Breast cancer treatment is a difficult and emotional journey for any woman. One of the most important decisions a woman facing breast cancer will make is choosing the right breast surgeon. The surgeon you choose will play a crucial role in your treatment and recovery, so it is essential to take the time to find the best fit for you.
When it comes to choosing a breast surgeon, there are several factors to consider. Here are some tips to help you find the right breast surgeon for you:
1. Research and Credentials: Start by researching potential breast surgeons in your area. Look for surgeons who are board-certified and have extensive experience in breast cancer treatment. Check their credentials, education, and training to ensure they have the necessary expertise to provide you with the best care.
2. Experience and Specialization: It is important to choose a breast surgeon who specializes in breast cancer treatment. Look for a surgeon who has a proven track record of successful surgeries and a high level of experience in treating breast cancer patients. A surgeon who specializes in breast cancer treatment will have the knowledge and skills to provide you with the best possible care.
3. Consultation: Schedule a consultation with potential breast surgeons to discuss your treatment options and ask any questions you may have. During the consultation, pay attention to how the surgeon communicates with you and whether you feel comfortable and confident in their abilities. It is important to choose a surgeon who listens to your concerns and takes the time to explain your treatment plan in a way that you can understand.
4. Patient Reviews: Reading patient reviews and testimonials can provide valuable insight into the quality of care provided by a breast surgeon. Look for reviews from other breast cancer patients who have been treated by the surgeon you are considering. Positive reviews can help you feel more confident in your decision, while negative reviews may be a red flag.
5. Hospital Affiliation: Consider the hospital where the breast surgeon practices. Choose a surgeon who is affiliated with a reputable hospital that has a strong track record of providing high-quality care for breast cancer patients. A hospital with state-of-the-art facilities and a multidisciplinary team of experts can provide you with comprehensive care throughout your treatment.
Choosing the right breast surgeon is a crucial step in your breast cancer treatment journey. By taking the time to research potential surgeons, consider their experience and specialization, and consult with them before making a decision, you can find a surgeon who will provide you with the best possible care and support throughout your treatment and recovery.
For more information visit:
www.the-breastsurgeon.com
https://www.the-breastsurgeon.com/
020 81948609
The Rapid Diagnostics Centre,The London Clinic, 142-146 Harley Street, London, W1G 7LD
About Mr Yazan Masannat
Yazan Masannat is an award-winning Consultant Oncoplastic Breast Surgeon specialising in Breast Cancer Surgery. His practice based is at the following in Central London and Essex
London Harley Street, Marylebone, and Canary Wharf
· London Breast Clinic, 108 Harley Street Clinic, W1G 7ET
· The Rapid Diagnostics Centre, The London Clinic, 142-146 Harley Street, W1G 7LD
. LYCA Health, 1 Westferry Circus, Canary Wharf, London, E14 4HA
Essex
· Springfield Hospital, Ramsey Healthcare, Chelmsford, Essex, CM1 7GU
· Broomfield Hospital in Chelmsford, Essex, CM1 7ET
He has many areas of specialist interest in Breast Cancer Surgery including Breast Reconstruction, Oncoplastic Breast Surgery using the different techniques like therapeutic mammoplasty and Chest Wall Perforator Flaps when indicated to conserve the Breast and Revision Surgery after breast cancer treatment.
Yazan has more than 80 peer reviewed publications and has been awarded numerous research grants. He is a Visiting Associate Professor at Anglia Ruskin University/Essex, an Honorary Senior Clinical Lecturer at the University of Aberdeen/Scotland and an E-Tutor with the University of East Anglia/England. He is the Meetings Secretary and an elected member of the Board of Trustees of the Association of Breast Surgery, in addition to being an examiner at the European Board of Surgical Oncology and the European Board of Breast Surgery exams (UEMS).
He is also the creator of www.iBreastBook.com which is a free online resource with contributions from many of the leading Breast and Plastic surgeons across the world. The iBreastBook Webinar series, which he started during the covid pandemic with the support of colleagues has been a huge international success. As a result, Yazan is regularly invited worldwide as an international expert to lecture and teach on the different Oncoplastic Breast Surgical Techniques.
Mr. Masannat has expertise in the following areas:
One stop breast clinic to assess the patients with breast related problems, including, breast pain, breast mass, breast lump, armpit mass, axillary lymph nodes, nipple changes, nipple eczema, nipple discharge, breast infection, breast abscess, mastitis and of course breast cancer.
Breast Cancer Surgery and benign breast surgery (Lumpectomy, Mastectomy, breast conserving surgery, Benign Breast Lump Excision, duct excision)
Oncoplastic Breast Surgery (Mammoplasty, Chest Wall Perforator Flaps, breast remodelling afteter breast cancer excision)
Axillary Surgery (Sentinel Node Biopsy, Targeted dissection, and axillary clearance)
Breast Reconstruction (implant reconstruction with or without the use of a mesh ADM, DIEP flap with the plastic surgery colleagues)
Symmetrisation Surgery after breast cancer
Benign Breast Conditions
Please find more information about the work of and get in touch with Mr Masannat here
