Chemo before lumpectomy cuts recurrence risk in triple-negative cancer
Breast-conserving surgery has a 90% success rate in women with triple-negative breast cancer who are treated first with chemotherapy, according to a study presented at the annual meeting of the American Surgical Association. Despite the success rate, 31% of the women who are eligible for breast-conserving surgery chose mastectomy instead. "We don't have an answer for why this is the case, but we hope that this work encourages more patients and clinicians to think about why this is happening and what we can do to address this," said study leader Mehra Golshan, director of breast surgical services at Dana-Farber/Brigham and Women's Cancer Center. HealthDay News (4/23)
About Me
- E. Bradley Garber MD FACS
- Tulsa, Oklahoma, United States
- I was born in New Orleans. I obtained my B.A. degree with Distinction and Phi Beta Kappa Honors from the University of Colorado. I obtained my M.D. degree from L.S.U. Medical Center. I completed a 5 year surgery residency specializing in Otolaryngology and Head and Neck Surgery in Denver Colorado. I served in the military and spent two years in Germany at Landstuhl Army Medical Center. From 1983-1985, I trained in Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery in Miami, Florida under world renowned plastic surgeon, Dr. Ralph Millard. I have been in solo practice for over 20 years performing cosmetic and reconstructive surgery. I have obtained Board Certification by two boards recognized by the American Board of Medical Specialities: The Amercian Board of Plastic Surgery and the American Board of Otolaryngology/Head & Neck Surgery. I have served as President of the Tulsa County Medical Society and Chief of Surgery at St. John Medical Center. It has been an honor and priviledge to provide surgical care to my patients. email: bradgarber@sbcglobal.net