Breast Surgery Home Centre of Excellence Institute of Oncosciences Surgical Oncology Breast Surgery Overview Our breast surgery team provides holistic breast cancer care integrating oncoplastic and reconstructive surgery to maintain body image and confidence. Our Services Awareness Notes For Patients Comprehensive breast cancer screening and diagnosticsBreast-conserving surgeries and mastectomiesAdvanced reconstructive techniques, including implant and flap-based options. Specialised servicesGenetic counselling and risk reduction: This includes BRCA screening, a genetic test to detect mutations in the BRCA1 and BRCA2 genes, which are associated with the increased risk of developing breast or ovarian cancers, and further education and awareness sessions with our experts.Consultations with the multidisciplinary tumour board for personalised treatment Skin- and nipple-sparing mastectomy: Surgical procedures to remove the breast tissue, while preserving the breast skin (skin-sparing mastectomy) or nipple-areola region (nipple-sparing mastectomy); these ensure optimal cancer control while preserving natural aesthetics. Advanced surgical techniquesSkin- and nipple-sparing mastectomy: Surgical procedures to remove the breast tissue, while preserving the breast skin (skin-sparing mastectomy) or nipple-areola region (nipple-sparing mastectomy); these ensure optimal cancer control while preserving natural aesthetics.Sentinel lymph node biopsy (SLNB): The biopsy of the first lymph node(s) into which a primary tumour is expected to spread to; this helps reduce unnecessary lymph node removal, minimising arm swelling.Oncoplastic surgery: A combination of breast cancer removal and breast reconstruction techniques to achieve optimal aesthetics. Microsurgical reconstructionDeep inferior epigastric artery perforator (DIEP) and transverse rectus abdominis myo-cutaneous (TRAM) flaps: Breast reconstruction surgeries in which a flap of the skin, blood vessels, and fat (DIEP) or skin, fat, and muscle (TRAM) from the lower abdomen are transferred to the breast site for a more natural-looking breast reconstruction.Implant-based reconstruction: Breast reconstruction surgery involving the insertion of implants into the breast region to support physical and emotional recovery. Regular breast self-examinations aid in early detection.Modern breast cancer treatments allow for excellent cosmetic outcomes.Post-surgery rehabilitation includes physical therapy to prevent lymphoedema, which is the build-up of lymphatic fluid in the arms and legs, causing swelling. Partners In Care Vijay V. Haribhakti Group Chairman of Oncosciences; Consultant Surgical Oncologist and Microvascular and Reconstructive Surgeon Surgical Oncology Sub-speciality: Surgical Oncology- Head & Neck, Breast and General Qualification Experience M.B.B.S., M.S. (General Surgery) 40+ years View Profile Ashutosh Kothari Director - Breast Oncology Surgical Oncology Sub-speciality: Breast Cancer and Onco-aesthetics Qualification Experience M.B.B.S., M.S. (General Surgery), D.N.B. (General Surgery), MNAMS 30+ years View Profile Nikhilesh Borkar Additional Director Surgical Oncology Qualification Experience M.B.B.S., M.S. (General Surgery), D.N.B. (General Surgery), M.Ch. (Surgical Oncology), D.N.B. (Surgical Oncology), MNAMS (Surgical Oncology), MRCS (En... 12+ years View Profile Reshma J. Palep Consultant Surgical Oncology Qualification Experience M.B.B.S., M.S. (General Surgery), D.N.B., MRCS (Edinburgh) 25+ years View Profile