Breast Surgery
CaroMont Surgical Breast Specialists provide a broad spectrum of breast
health services through CaroMont Regional Medical Center. We are committed
to offering the most advanced treatment techniques to our patients. When
faced with any type of breast abnormalities or concerns, you want a breast
surgeon who you not only trust but also a Breast Surgeon who is experienced
in the latest treatments in all areas of the breast. Our Breast Surgeons
are general surgeons at CaroMont Surgical Associates who have received
specific fellowship training in Breast Care, including treatment of diseases
of the breast. Our team of experts work closely with your Primary Care
Provider and/or Gynecologist, Radiologist, Plastic Surgeon, Medical Oncology,
Radiation Oncology as well as Breast navigators in providing compassionate
and excellent care. We are accredited by The National Accreditation Program
for Breast Centers (NAPBC).
We’ll take time to listen to you and talk about what you can expect
from surgery. We’ll also present possible options for reconstruction.
Then we’ll work with you to develop a treatment plan that meets
your personal goals. We bring expertise and innovation, and offer cutting
edge breast technology and care. Whether you are striving to maintain
your breast health, or regain it after being diagnosed with cancer, our
multidisciplinary team puts you first.
Meet our Breast Specialists: Linh Nguyen O'Connor, M.D., F.A.C.S. and
Bryan Payne, D.O.
Genetic testing and counseling (BRCA)
A blood test to identify those at high risk for hereditary breast cancer.
Genetic counseling is done at CaroMont Regional Medical Center.
Oncotypes
A blood test for tumor profiling that is helpful to determine the use
of chemotherapy with hormone therapy in order to treat some estrogen receptor-positive
(ER Positive) breast cancers.