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Breast Cancer Surgery Specialist in Los Angeles
A fellowship-trained surgical oncologist, Dr. Jason Cohen guides patients through every breast cancer surgical option — from breast-conserving lumpectomy to mastectomy — with compassion and coordinated care at Cedars-Sinai in Los Angeles.
Breast Cancer Surgery in Los Angeles
A breast cancer diagnosis is overwhelming, and the right surgeon should bring both technical excellence and genuine compassion. As a fellowship-trained surgical oncologist, Dr. Jason Cohen guides patients through every surgical option with clear explanations, unhurried consultations, and coordinated care at Cedars-Sinai Medical Towers.
Surgical Options for Breast Cancer
Lumpectomy (Breast Conservation)
Removal of the tumor with a margin of healthy tissue while preserving the breast, often followed by radiation.
Mastectomy
Removal of the breast when it is the best option, with coordination for reconstruction when desired.
Sentinel Lymph Node Biopsy
A targeted way to check whether cancer has spread to the lymph nodes while sparing unnecessary node removal.
Care built around you
- Fellowship-trained surgical oncologist
- Breast-conserving options whenever possible
- Coordination with medical & radiation oncology and plastic surgery
- Compassionate, unhurried consultations
- Cedars-Sinai Medical Towers, Los Angeles
Your Options
Comprehensive, Compassionate Breast Care
Breast Conservation
Lumpectomy that removes the cancer while preserving as much of the breast as safely possible.
Sentinel Node Biopsy
Precise lymph node assessment that avoids unnecessary surgery and side effects.
Coordinated Reconstruction
Seamless coordination with plastic surgery and oncology for a complete plan.
Questions & Answers
Breast Cancer Surgery FAQs
A lumpectomy removes the tumor and a margin of tissue while preserving the breast; a mastectomy removes the whole breast. Dr. Cohen will explain which is safest and best for your situation.
It is a technique to identify and test the first lymph node(s) a breast cancer would drain to, so the team can check for spread while removing as few nodes as possible.
That depends on your specific cancer. Dr. Cohen coordinates closely with medical and radiation oncology so your full treatment plan is decided together.
Yes. When reconstruction is desired, Dr. Cohen coordinates timing with plastic surgery so your options are preserved.
Most breast lumps are benign, but any new lump deserves prompt evaluation. Dr. Cohen can assess it quickly and arrange any needed imaging or biopsy.
Cedars-Sinai Medical Towers · Los Angeles
Meet a Breast Cancer Surgeon
If you have a new diagnosis or a concerning finding, meet Dr. Cohen in Los Angeles for a thorough, compassionate consultation.