Breast Surgical Services

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The Breast Surgical Service at Rutgers Cancer Institute provides the highest level of evidence-based, timely, and compassionate surgical care for breast problems, both benign and malignant.  Our priority is to serve the community with professionalism and respect, valuing shared decision-making, respect for multicultural differences, family involvement, and patient autonomy.  We encourage our patients to be active participants in their individualized care, stressing the importance of understanding their best options and outcomes.

In our Center of Excellence via the National Cancer Institute, the American College of Surgeons’ Commission on Cancer, and the National Accreditation Program for Breast Centers, we strive for high quality outcomes in cancer care via a multidisciplinary team approach.  

Why Choose Us for Your Breast Cancer Care?

Precision, Preservation and Patient-Centered Care

We value breast preservation whenever possible, and our rate of successful breast conservation surgery (lumpectomy) exceeds national averages, often incorporating oncoplastic approaches for a better cosmetic outcome.  Furthermore, we work closely with a team of plastics and reconstructive surgeons to provide the full gamut of reconstructive possibilities, including nipple-sparing mastectomy, DIEP flap reconstruction, contralateral symmetry procedures, and lymphovenous bypass for lymphedema management. We also counsel patients with benign breast problems, including pain, infection, and lactation issues.  

Fellowship-Trained Cancer Experts

While the majority of breast cancers are DCIS and invasive breast cancer, our fellowship-trained breast surgeons are also highly knowledgeable in the management of less common types of breast cancer, such as lobular, triple negative, Her-2 positive, paget’s, and phyllodes. We engage in clinical research to better understand prevention and treatment options, including the work of our top-notch genetics team, which helps to identify patients at highest risk, when risk reducing medication and surgery may be lifesaving. 

Expansion of Education and Health Resources

Our team offers access to numerous cancer-related resources, such as social work and navigation, and novel technologies and clinical trials in medical oncology, radiation oncology, and surgery, including utilization of precision medicine for the most tailored approach. Furthermore, we have a strong commitment to training future leaders in our field, with over 15 years of experience with Breast Fellowship education, understanding that with breast-specific expertise, better outcomes are achieved.  


Meet Our Team

Our world renowned surgical oncologists at the Rutgers Cancer Institute of New Jersey are committed to providing the most comprehensive, highest-quality, compassionate, and exceptional personalized care tailored to your specific type and stage of breast cancer.

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