Dr Kakkis is one of the most dedicated and skilled breast cancer surgeons operating in the United States. Her love of the fine arts informs her work as a surgeon. Her patients are well assured that Dr Kakkis approaches her work diligently to assure the best cancer outcome and with the utmost concern for the aesthetic results. She has developed her own specialized techniques to restore the contour of the partially resected breast. Her unique approach to caring for her patients as individuals goes beyond the surgery itself and incorporates all aspects of their well being.

When a woman chooses to remove the tumor with a rim of normal tissue rather then remove the whole breast, that is referred to as breast conservation surgery.

There are special techniques utilized to preserve the contour of the breast after removal of the cancerous tissue. The smaller the tumor, the more breast tissue can be preserved. The goal is to remove the cancerous tissue safely while still preserving the beauty of the breast.

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