Surgery - Breast Physician

The Breast Surgeon provides comprehensive surgical care for patients with benign and malignant breast conditions. This role includes evaluation, diagnosis, surgical treatment, and long-term management of breast disease, working collaboratively within a multidisciplinary care team to deliver high-quality, patient-centered care.

• Evaluate patients with breast abnormalities, including benign and malignant conditions

• Perform diagnostic procedures such as image-guided biopsies and surgical biopsies, as applicable

• Plan and perform breast surgeries, including lumpectomy, mastectomy, and oncoplastic techniques

• Collaborate with medical oncology, radiation oncology, radiology, pathology, and plastic surgery

• Participate in multidisciplinary tumor boards and care planning conferences

• Provide preoperative counseling and postoperative follow-up care

• Manage surgical complications and postoperative recovery

• Utilize evidence-based practices and adhere to clinical guidelines

• Maintain accurate and timely clinical documentation

• Participate in quality improvement, patient safety, and outcomes initiatives

• Educate patients and families regarding diagnosis, treatment options, and prognosis

• Comply with regulatory, accreditation, and professional standards

• Doctor of Medicine (MD) or Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (DO) from an accredited medical school

• Completion of an accredited general surgery residency

• Fellowship training in breast surgery or surgical oncology preferred

• Board-eligible or board-certified in General Surgery

• Ability to obtain and maintain unrestricted state medical licensure

• DEA registration or eligibility

• Expertise in breast disease diagnosis and surgical management

• Strong clinical judgment and technical surgical skills

• Excellent communication and patient counseling abilities

• Ability to work collaboratively in a multidisciplinary environment

• Commitment to quality, safety, and patient-centered care

• Hospital operating rooms, outpatient clinics, and ambulatory surgery centers

• May include scheduled call coverage depending on practice needs

• Ability to stand for extended periods during surgical procedures

• Manual dexterity for operative techniques

• Visual and auditory acuity sufficient for clinical and surgical care