Breast Care Starts Here
Breast surgery may be recommended to diagnose or treat breast cancer, manage abnormal findings, reduce cancer risk or address other breast conditions. At Kaleida Health, we understand that facing breast surgery can feel overwhelming—and you don’t have to go through it alone.
Our experienced breast surgeons provide comprehensive breast care across Western New York, including Buffalo General Medical Center and Millard Fillmore Suburban Hospital. Your care team takes time to explain your options, answer your questions and create a personalized surgical plan that reflects your medical needs and personal preferences.
Whenever possible, we use the least invasive approach to help reduce recovery time while delivering excellent outcomes. From diagnosis through recovery and reconstruction, your care is thoughtfully coordinated.
When Should I See a Breast Surgeon?
You may be referred to or consider seeing a breast surgeon if you experience or are diagnosed with:
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A breast lump or mass
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An abnormal mammogram, ultrasound, or MRI
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A breast biopsy showing cancer, atypical cells or high-risk findings
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Changes in breast size, shape, skin or nipple appearance
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A personal or strong family history of breast cancer
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The need for surgical treatment, risk-reduction or reconstruction
Early evaluation allows for more treatment options and helps guide the best possible care plan.
Why Choose Kaleida Health for Breast Surgery?
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Fellowship-trained and board-certified breast surgeons
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Expertise in breast-conserving surgery and advanced cancer care
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Close collaboration with medical oncology, radiation oncology, imaging, pathology and plastic surgery
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Personalized surgical planning that reflects your diagnosis, goals and lifestyle
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Access to the full Kaleida Health network for advanced diagnostics and support services
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Compassionate follow-up care and survivorship support
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As a teaching affiliate of the University at Buffalo Jacobs School of Medicine and Biomedical Sciences, our surgeons follow the latest evidence-based breast surgery guidelines.
The Care We Provide
Kaleida Health offers a full range of surgical options for breast cancer and other breast conditions, including:
• Lumpectomy (breast-conserving surgery): Removal of the tumor while preserving as much healthy breast tissue as possible
• Mastectomy: Partial or complete removal of breast tissue, including skin-sparing and nipple-sparing options when appropriate
• Bilateral mastectomy: Removal of both breasts for treatment or risk-reduction
• Re-excision surgery: Additional surgery when margins need to be cleared
Your surgeon will explain each option and help you choose the approach that’s right for you.
Lymph node procedures help determine whether breast cancer has spread and guide treatment decisions:
• Sentinel lymph node biopsy
• Axillary lymph node dissection (when necessary)
These procedures are carefully planned to provide accurate staging while minimizing side effects.
For patients choosing mastectomy or needing shape restoration after lumpectomy, reconstruction may be an option—either immediately or at a later time.
• Implant-based breast reconstruction
• Tissue-based (autologous) reconstruction
• Oncoplastic surgery to preserve or restore breast appearance after lumpectomy
• Revision and symmetry procedures
Our breast and plastic surgeons work closely together to coordinate care and support both physical healing and emotional well-being.
• Surgical breast biopsy or excisional biopsy
• Removal of benign breast tumors or cysts
• Surgery for high-risk breast lesions
• Risk-reducing mastectomy for patients with genetic risk
• Management of breast infections or chronic breast pain
• Clear guidance on activity, wound care and healing
• Pain management tailored to your needs
• Follow-up appointments to monitor recovery
• Coordination with oncology, radiation therapy and support services when needed
• Long-term survivorship and wellness support
Where You Can Receive Care
Breast surgery services are available at Kaleida Health facilities across the region, including:
Buffalo General Medical Center
Comprehensive breast surgery care in Buffalo, NY.
Millard Fillmore Suburban Hospital
Comprehensive breast surgery care in Williamsville, NY.
You do not have to face breast surgery alone
From diagnosis through recovery and reconstruction, our breast surgeons coordinate every step of your care. Connect with our team to discuss your options and build a plan that reflects your needs and goals.