Which type of doctor should i see for a mastectomy?

Referral request: These questions are best answered by the doctor who made the diagnosis or is providing care to a patient.

General Surgeons: Mastectomies are performed by general surgeons such as myself. This is most commonly done to treat breast cancer but it is an option to prevent breast cancer in high-risk women. Many women opt for simultaneous reconstruction; this is performed by a plastic surgeon.

A surgeon: Who specializes in breast diseases preferably. Go see your primary doctor for a referral.

A general surgeon: Most mastectomies are performed by general surgeons. However, as with most procedures, a move towards having this performed by a specialist is increasingly seen in the U.S.. Your family physician or primary care physician should be able to guide you to a reputable surgeon in your area.

Also see a..: Also see a board certified plastic surgeon . See one early and he/she can help discuss your post mastectomy reconstruction options, help design your incisions- your plastic surgeon will be with you for many years as reconstruction is staged.

Breast surgeon: Look for a reccommended general surgeon or breast surgeon. Plastic surgeons usually work with them to plan the reconstruction along with the mastectomy, typically during he same surgery.

General or breast: Surgeon usually perform mastectomies , a plastic surgeon would perform the reconstruction

Breast cancer: If you have been diagnosed with breast cancer you should be referred to a general should performs breast cancer surgery as part of their practice. Depending on that consultation you would be referred to a plastic surgeon for immediate reconstruction if you are having a mastectomy. All of these visits and surgeries are covered through private insurance by the 1998 women's health rights act!