Specially trained breast
surgeons providing clinical and radiographic correlation and consultation for
your individual treatment plan.
Proficiency in traditional
surgical techniques as well as progressive, minimally invasive procedures
(minimal tissue removed and no stitches) whenever appropriate for the problem.
Fine needle biopsy, ultrasound
guided core biopsy and stereotactic guided core biopsy ( Mammotome biopsy).
Sentinel lymphatic node
mapping.
Coordination of care with a
multidisciplinary approach.
Services
already available in our office include:
In office minimally invasive "band-aid"
breast biopsy.
Surgical catheter placement
for new 5 day SAVI radiation treatment vs. 6 weeks of daily treatment.
Participation in molecular
profiling genomics of breast cancer (Oncotype DX)
tissue analysis for individualized recurrence risk which assists with specific "tailor
made" oncology treatment plans.
Expanded Patient Support Services at Physicians Medical
Plaza
St. Vincent Breast MRI with
CAD Stream
Outpatient Rehabilitation
Services
Womens Health Boutique &
Resource Center
Hematology Oncology Services
St. Vincent Mammography
Services
St. Vincent Genetic Counseling
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The SAVI®
applicator is an evolution in radiation therapy for early-stage breast cancer.
Delivering treatment from inside the breast, SAVI uses multiple catheters to
direct radiation where it is needed most. This unique design allows for
unparalleled dose sculpting ability that minimizes exposure to healthy tissue
and reduces complications, making the benefits of breast brachytherapy available
to more women.
The Oncotype DX test
is a diagnostic test that can help women with some types of breast cancer learn
more about the biological activity of their specific tumor. Along with other
pieces of information, the results from the Oncotype DX test can help women and
their doctors make decisions about whether or not to include chemotherapy in
their treatment plan. It can also help indicate how likely it is that a woman's
cancer may return in the future.
