Breast Cancer Breakthroughs Explained: Surgery, Recovery & New Treatments

Breast cancer care has changed dramatically over the last few decades, and in this eye-opening conversation, host Gina Grad sits down with breast surgical oncologist Dr. Alexandra Lopez-Aguiar to explain the latest advances in breast cancer treatment, screening, surgery, reconstruction, and recovery.

Learn the difference between lumpectomy and mastectomy, how radiation and chemotherapy work, what lymphedema is, why early detection matters, how breast cancer can affect men, and the innovative procedures helping patients achieve better outcomes with fewer complications.

Dr. Lopez-Aguiar also discusses robotic surgery, breast reconstruction options, multidisciplinary cancer care, survival rates, and the future of breast cancer treatment.

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