Question 1

what is a breast surgeon?

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BreastCancer Surgeon: Breast surgeons are usually general surgeons who specialize in the screening, diagnosis, treatment, and prevention of breast cancer.  Stated another way, we are the doctors who primary care physicians or gynecologists send their patients to who have breast lumps, abnormal mammograms, breast pain, etc.  While there are post-residency fellowships available, there is no formal board certification.

Question 2

is there extra training to be a breast surgeon?

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Well......: All breast surgeons are trained general surgeons who have completed additional training in breast diseases. Many general surgeons perform good breast surgery and keep up with the new breast surgery techniques.  They are usually active members of the american society of breast surgeons. Many breast surgeons  do a 1-2 year fellowship training in breast surgery, but this is not a requirement.

Question 3

what are the requirements to be a breast surgeon?

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Surgery Residency: Breast cancer surgery is typically performed by general surgeons following completion of a 5-yr residency.  Fellowships are currently available in breast surgery follwing these 5 yrs.  Aesthetic breast surgery is performed by plastic surgeons who have completed fellowships in this specialty.

Question 4

what is the definition or description of: breast surgeon?

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Surgeon: A breast surgeon is a general surgeon who specializes in breast surgery and breast disease.  They may have completed a 1-2 year fellowship training program or have many years experience.  They keep current on the latest techniques and procedures.  They often are affiliated with a breast center of excellence or cancer center.

Question 5

looking to find a good breast surgeon for a lift. can anyone help?

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Plasticsurgery.org: Make sure you seek out a reputable plastic surgeon, who is board certified.  Don't just go to a "cosmetic" surgeon, ask for their credentials.  Ask how many cases they have done related to your surgery.  Ask to see pictures and go to more than one doctor for a consultation.  Make sure you are comfortable with the md and don't just go for the cheap deal.  Good luck.

Question 6

how does my breast surgeon know about breasts--experience or training?

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Highly trained: All of the surgeons are highly trained , after md at least 5 years of intense training, will have to take specialty boards and pass (  board certification ) in addition some of the breast surgeons will under go another 2 years in breast surgery alone. That is 10years of  intense training  after high school , and will have best knowledge and skills to render the best care.

Question 7

where can i find a good breast surgeon in the dallas fort worth texas?

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Board Certification : I would make sure your surgeon is board certified in plastic surgery, has an extensive experience with breast surgery, and check for the recommendation of your doctors and friends.  Then meet with that surgeon and others and make sure you are comfortable with them.

Question 8

breast surgeon befor biopsy?

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It varies by region: Breast biopsies are usually performed via non-surgical needle biopsy, either under ultrasound  or xray (stereotactic) guidance.  The decision to biopsy is often based on the recommendation of a radiologist following a mammogram+/-ultrasound.  Some primary care doctors feel comfortable referring people directly to breast centers for the biopsy; others prefer a surgeon's input first.

Question 9

do i have to see breast surgeon before getting biopsy?

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Depends.: Depends on local custom and how the physician practices are set up. In many areas you can have certain types of biopsies by the radiologists or primary doctors without seeing a breast surgeon. For example, gyns here can do fine needle aspirations, and radiologists can do stereotactic or ultrasound guided biopsies with an order from the gyn. Excisional biopsy is usually done in our area by surgeon.

Question 10

is dr ted eisenberg of philadelphia, pa a good breast surgeon?

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Not the right place: If you want to find the right  breast surgeon, for your family member's care, you have to make some personal enquireies about any surgeon  like the following. 1) some one you know treated by that surgeon, is the best reference. 2) your family physician whom you trust, will advise you. 3) qualifications like board certified , had teaching experence etc 4) finally should consult , and decide

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