Breast Oncology - FAQ

Breast cancer treatment depends on the tumor stage, biology, and overall patient health. Treatment options may include:

• Breast-conserving surgery (lumpectomy)
• Mastectomy (complete breast removal)
• Oncoplastic surgery for better cosmetic outcomes
• Chemotherapy
• Targeted therapy (for HER2-positive cancers)
• Immunotherapy (especially for triple-negative breast cancer)
• Hormone therapy (for hormone receptor–positive cancers)
• Advanced radiation therapy

A multidisciplinary team creates a personalized treatment plan for each patient to ensure optimal outcomes.

Yes. When detected early, breast cancer has a very high survival rate. Early-stage breast cancer can often be treated with breast-conserving surgery followed by radiation therapy and, if needed, systemic treatments such as hormone therapy or targeted therapy.

Early screening, accurate diagnosis, and coordinated multidisciplinary care significantly improve long-term outcomes and quality of life.