FELLOWSHIP IN BREAST SURGICAL ONCOLOGY
Explore the World of Fellowship in Breast Surgical Oncology with our practical-based Postgraduate Diploma program. Designed for medical professionals seeking to excel in diagnostics and surgical expertise, this program offers clincal training and expert guidance in the latest advancements in breast cancer treatment and surgery. Gain specialized skills, work alongside leading oncologists, and make a difference in the fight against breast cancer. Enroll today and take your medical career to the next level!
Batch starts on
Jan to Dec/ May to June
Course Duration
12 Months
Multimodal Program
Hybrid Mode & Clinical Attachment
Flexible payment
financing options available
Fellowship in Breast Surgical Oncology
The Breast Surgical Oncology Fellowship at MGA Medical Global Academy is for surgeons seeking to expand beyond basic operative surgical skills to become a specialist in evidence-based cancer care. The focus is on developing clinical leadership, where you are not only operating but also providing leadership in treatment. The program covers the spectrum of breast cancer cases, including early-stage, complex and advanced cancer. The fellowship doesn’t just teach surgery; it focuses on how surgery relates to chemotherapy, radiotherapy, reconstruction and patient outcomes.
How the Training Actually Works
The training is both theoretical and clinical. This ensures you can translate theory to practice when treating patients.
This includes:
Diagnosis, staging and work-up of breast cancer
Standard surgical techniques: lumpectomy, mastectomy, sentinel lymph node biopsy (SLNB) and axillary lymph node dissection (ALND)
Oncoplastic surgery and breast reconstruction techniques
Interpretation of imaging (MRI, ultrasound, PET-CT) to guide surgery
Tumor board and case presentations
Use of systemic therapy (chemotherapy, hormonal, targeted therapy) in conjunction with surgery
At the end of the training, you should be able to independently develop and implement breast cancer treatment strategies, rather than just participate in procedures.
How This Fellowship Transforms Your Practice
A systematic approach to breast surgical oncology transforms your role from a surgical practitioner to a holistic clinician.
This is evident in:
Better surgical decision-making for optimal cosmetic and oncological results
Assurance in the treatment of advanced breast cancers
More active role in multidisciplinary teams
Improved patient care with multimodal therapies
Capacity to integrate oncologic, reconstructive and cosmetic surgery
This ultimately leads to higher career value and recognition.
Where This Fellowship Positions You
Upon completion of the program, you’re a committed specialist in breast cancer care, with career opportunities in several different areas:
Career pathways include:
Specialist positions in cancer hospitals and cancer clinics
Creation or running of breast care units
Working in multidisciplinary tumor boards
Education, training and research
Expertise in oncoplastic and reconstructive breast surgery
In practical terms you transition from working with protocols to creating and leading care plans for patients.
What you'll learn
Introduction to Breast Surgical Oncology
Diagnostic Techniques
Surgical Techniques and Procedures
Multidisciplinary Management
Advanced Treatment Options
Oncological Emergencies and Complications (Month 7)
Key Features
- Attending /Non-Attending Classes
- Clinical Training in Nearest Hospital/Clinics.
- Free Study Material with recorded lectures
- Best Faculties (Super Specialists) of India
5. Library Access & Question & Answer Session
6. NAAC A+ University
7. 1 Year of Mentorship
8. Updated Curriculum
Course Curriculum
- Fundamentals of breast cancer biology and genetics
- Principles of breast surgery
- Principles of oncological surgery and cancer staging
- Evaluation and work-up of the patient
- Radiology in breast cancer work-up
- Surgery for early-stage breast cancer
- Lumpectomy and mastectomy techniques
- Sentinel lymph node biopsy (SLNB)
- Axillary lymph node dissection (ALND)
- Oncoplastic surgery: aesthetic and reshaping surgery
- Breast reconstruction after mastectomy
- Keyhole breast surgery
- Robotic surgery for breast cancer
- Working with oncologists, radiologists, pathologists and reconstructive surgeons
- Importance of chemotherapy, radiotherapy and hormonal treatment
- Treatment of high-risk breast cancer patients
- Tumor board and case presentations
- Psychosocial issues in breast cancer care
- Recent advances in breast cancer genomics and precision medicine
- New developments in neoadjuvant and adjuvant treatments
- Targeted therapies in surgical oncology
- Immunotherapy and personalised medicine in breast cancer
- Performing and publishing breast cancer research
- Translational breast surgical research
- Treatment of complications (infection, hematoma, lymphedema)
- Postoperative pain control in breast surgery
- Physiotherapy after surgery
- Surveillance and follow-up for recurrence
- Psychosocial support and counselling
- Complex breast reconstruction (autologous and implants)
- Breast reconstruction for complications and aesthetics
- Locally advanced breast cancer
- Surgical management of recurrence and metastatic breast cancer
- Psychology of breast reconstruction
- Aesthetics and breast cancer surgery
- Advanced breast imaging technologies (MRI, PET-CT, ultrasound)
- Use of molecular imaging in surgery
- Liquid biopsy and genetic testing for diagnosis and therapy
- Impact of breast density on screening
- Artificial intelligence and digital pathology for breast cancer
- Global inequalities in breast cancer treatment
- Ethical issues in breast cancer surgery and care
- Cultural aspects of breast cancer care
- Addressing the psychological effects of breast cancer in different cultures
- Education and advocacy for breast cancer awareness
- Strategies to address disparities in breast cancer care
- In-depth discussion of oncoplastic breast conservation
- Cosmetic results with breast-conserving surgery
- Correcting post-surgical breast asymmetry
- Achieving cosmetic outcomes without compromising oncological outcomes
- Improving patient outcomes and satisfaction after surgery
- Using intraoperative imaging during oncoplastic surgery
- Understanding the pathophysiology and diagnosis of lymphedema
- The role of lymphatic mapping in surgery
- Surgical options for axillary lymph nodes and lymphedema prevention
- Conservative management and rehabilitation for lymphedema
- Treatment with lymphatic microsurgery and vascularized lymph node transfer
- Multidisciplinary approaches to lymphedema care
- Hereditary breast cancers (BRCA1, BRCA2, other mutations)
- Incorporating genetic counseling and testing in surgery
- Approaches for high-risk patients with genetic mutations
- Prophylactic surgeries and risk reduction strategies
- Family history of breast cancer and genetic syndromes other than BRCA
- Genetic testing for breast cancer: ethical considerations
- Surgery in the treatment of triple-negative breast cancer (TNBC)
- How to treat Her2-positive breast cancer
- Combining systemic treatment (chemotherapy, targeted therapies, immunotherapy) with surgery
- Pre- and post-surgery treatment for aggressive cancer types
- Surgical strategies guided by genetic and molecular predictors
- Collaborative care of aggressive cancers by multidisciplinary teams
- Palliative care for advanced breast cancer
- Role of surgery in palliative care: when, why and how
- Managing pain, symptoms and improving quality of life in metastatic breast cancer
- Addressing end of life: prognosis and treatment options
- Psychosocial support for patients and families
- Ethical issues in end-of-life care for breast cancer
- Use of MRI and functional imaging in breast cancer surgeries
- 3D imaging for tumour delineation and margin evaluation
- Use of contrast-enhanced ultrasound and elastography
- Tomosynthesis and surgery
- Imaging for guidance during breast cancer surgery
- New imaging in detecting occult or multifocal disease
- Breast cancer’s psychological effects on the patient
- Body image and coping strategies in surgical options
- Support groups, therapy and psychological support
- Managing emotions and enhancing well-being
- Continued psychological care for survivors
- Personalising patient education and communication
- Developing quality assurance programs for breast surgery
- Measuring outcomes: determining the success rate and complications of surgery
- Collecting data, auditing and measuring outcomes in breast surgery
- Reducing complications and error in surgery
- Best practices in breast cancer surgery
- Use of patient-reported outcomes (PROs) in practice
- Overcoming barriers to breast cancer diagnosis and treatment in resource-poor environments
- Surgical management in low-resource settings
- Breast cancer awareness and public health programs
- Approaches to address global breast cancer inequalities
- Partnerships with global organisations to combat breast cancer
- Creating a sustainable model for breast cancer care globally
- The use of new technologies in breast cancer surgery (robotic, artificial intelligence, etc.)
- Innovations in minimally invasive breast surgery (endoscopic, laparoscopic surgery)
- How personalized medicine is guiding surgery
- The role of immunotherapy in breast cancer and its impact on surgery
- The potential of nanotechnology in breast cancer care
- What the future holds for breast cancer screening, detection and surgery
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