At Ascension Seton in Central Texas, we provide many surgical treatment options for tumors, breast cancer and other non-cancerous conditions, including breast-conserving surgery, mastectomies and breast reconstruction. It’s important to fully understand your options before deciding on the best treatment plan for you. We want to make sure you have all the information you need, so we take the time to talk through your options and answer your questions – big and small.
A multispecialty team dedicated to your care
Our multispecialty care team includes breast surgeons, oncologists, radiologists, nurse navigators, genetic counselors, physical and occupational therapists, social workers, financial advocates, and more. We work together to deliver advanced, comprehensive cancer care.
Breast cancer is treated with three different treatments: medical therapy, surgery and radiation.
Medical therapy may include chemotherapy, biotherapy and endocrine therapy.
Surgery may include a lumpectomy (surgery to remove a lump and surrounding tissue) or mastectomy (surgery to remove one or both breasts). Reconstruction may be done in addition to these surgical procedures.
Radiation therapy is used to reduce the likelihood of cancer from returning in the future. It can also treat small areas where cancer is present.
Every treatment plan is customized to meet your emotional and physical needs. Some women require all three treatments: For example, chemotherapy and biotherapy may be the first part of treatment, followed by surgery to remove the cancer, and then radiation to reduce the likelihood of cancer recurring in the future. Some women do not need chemotherapy. Instead, their cancer is managed with surgery as the first step in their treatment, followed by radiation.
Personalized surgery options
Your breast surgeon and care team will work together to recommend treatment options. We explain the different types of surgery and help you decide which treatment is right for you.