General Surgery

Prof. Dr. Ertuğrul Gazioğlu

1. Oncoplastic Surgery:
   - Combining oncologic and plastic surgery techniques for better aesthetic and functional outcomes post-surgery.

2. Breast-Conserving Surgery (Lumpectomy):
   - Techniques to remove cancer while preserving as much of the breast as possible.

3. Mastectomy:
   - Various techniques of mastectomy including total, partial, skin-sparing, and nipple-sparing procedures.

4. Sentinel Lymph Node Biopsy:
   - Identifying and removing sentinel lymph nodes to check for cancer spread.

5. Axillary Lymph Node Dissection:
   - Removing lymph nodes from the armpit area to check for cancer spread.

6. Neoadjuvant and Adjuvant Therapy Integration:
   - Collaborating with oncologists to plan preoperative (neoadjuvant) and postoperative (adjuvant) therapies.

7. Reconstructive Surgery:
   - Techniques for breast reconstruction post-mastectomy, including implant-based and autologous tissue reconstruction.

8. Minimally Invasive Surgical Techniques:
   - Utilizing minimally invasive methods like laparoscopic and robotic surgeries for breast cancer treatment.

9. Genetic Counseling and Testing:
   - Counseling patients about genetic predispositions and coordinating genetic testing for breast cancer risk.

10. Risk-Reducing Surgery:
    - Performing surgeries to reduce the risk of breast cancer in high-risk patients, such as prophylactic mastectomy.

11. Multidisciplinary Team Collaboration:
    - Working with a team of radiologists, oncologists, pathologists, and plastic surgeons for comprehensive care.

12. Clinical Trials and Research:
    - Involvement in clinical trials and research to develop and test new treatments and surgical techniques.

13. Patient Education and Support:
    - Providing education about breast cancer treatment options and supporting patients through their surgical journey.

14. Advanced Imaging Techniques:
    - Utilizing advanced imaging for precise surgical planning and intraoperative guidance.

15. Outcomes and Quality of Life Research:
    - Studying the outcomes of breast surgeries and their impact on patients' quality of life.