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breast science
breast science
Breast health center
Breast health doesn't fit into a single specialty.
A correct diagnosis begins with close communication between the breast surgeon who performs the examination and the radiologist who evaluates the mammogram and ultrasound.
Almost every woman has a breast complaint at some point in her life; most often hardness or pain. At our clinic we listen to your complaint, plan the necessary tests and carry out treatment together with the relevant specialties.
Specialties we work with
- Radiology
- Pathology
- Medical oncology
- Radiation oncology
- Plastic surgery
- Genetics
Breast cancer surgery
Breast-conserving surgery
Removing the tumor while preserving the shape of the breast.
In suitable patients only the tumor and the healthy tissue around it is removed instead of the whole breast. With oncoplastic techniques the shape of the breast is reshaped in the same operation; treatment is completed with radiotherapy.
- Preserving shape with oncoplastic techniques
- Assessing the armpit with sentinel lymph node biopsy
- Joint decision with oncology and radiology
Our doctor
From Switzerland to Milan, a career devoted to breast surgery.
She completed her primary and secondary education in Switzerland and her medical training in Freiburg and Cerrahpaşa. She earned her master's degree in breast science at the University of Milan.
She worked as a researcher and breast cancer surgeon at the European Institute of Oncology in Milan. She served as a specialist and associate professor at Ümraniye Training and Research Hospital and as a faculty member and term coordinator at Medipol University, then worked at Istanbul Oncology Hospital. She became a professor of general surgery in 2018 and has been seeing patients at her clinic in Ataköy since 2022.
- European Breast Surgery Qualification (2012)
- Oncoplastic breast surgery and intraoperative radiotherapy (TARGIT)
- Robotic surgery certificate
- English, German, French and Italian
AREAS OF EXPERTISE
From cancer to benign lumps, every breast problem.
Besides breast cancer surgery, we offer non-surgical options for benign diseases. Every treatment plan is set individually.
Breast cancer surgery
Breast-conserving surgery, mastectomy and axillary surgery. Oncoplastic techniques that aim to preserve the shape of the breast whenever possible.
Non-surgical fibroadenoma treatment
Benign lumps are treated in the clinic by freezing them with cryoablation.
Benign breast diseases
Cysts, nipple discharge, breast pain, papillomas and infections.
Granulomatous mastitis
An inflammatory breast disease of unclear cause that can recur. We confirm the diagnosis by biopsy and plan treatment individually according to the…
Featured treatment
Non-surgical fibroadenoma treatment
Freezing the lump, in the clinic.
Suitable lumps confirmed as benign by biopsy are frozen with a thin needle under ultrasound guidance. The body absorbs the frozen tissue over time; no hospital stay is needed.
- Local anesthesia, about 3 mm mark
- Back to daily life the same day
- Follow-up with ultrasound
Early diagnosis saves lives
Mark three dates in your calendar.
- Monthly
- Self-examination a few days after your period ends
- Yearly
- Doctor's examination; ultrasound according to your risk
- Age 40
- The age screening mammography starts; earlier if there is a family history
At our clinic
From diagnosis to treatment, under one roof.
Examination, imaging assessment and a large part of interventional procedures can be planned at our clinic at the first visit.
01
Detailed examination with ultrasound
We complete the physical examination with ultrasound and image the suspicious area in the same session.
Breast ultrasound 02AI-assisted mammography
Digital mammography images are evaluated a second time with the help of artificial intelligence.
Mammography 03Ultrasound-guided biopsy
The tissue sample needed for a definite diagnosis is taken with a needle under image guidance.
Biopsy 04Non-surgical tumor treatment
Cryoablation for suitable benign lumps; without surgery or hospital stay.
Cryoablation 05Staging and treatment plan
In a cancer diagnosis we determine the extent of the disease and plan treatment with the oncology team.
Staging 06Breast reconstruction
Reconstruction with your own tissue or an implant; not cosmetic, but part of the treatment.
ReconstructionDIAGNOSTIC METHODS
The right test, at the right time.
Not every test is needed by everyone. At the examination we decide together which one is done according to your age, complaint and risk.
Mammography and tomosynthesis
The basis of screening over age 40.
Breast ultrasound
First choice in young women and dense breast tissue.
Breast MRI
In high risk and when the diagnosis is unclear.
Biopsy
Tissue sample for a definite diagnosis.
Breast reconstruction
Breast reconstruction
Not cosmetic, but part of the treatment.
After mastectomy the breast can be rebuilt with your own tissue or an implant. Reconstruction is often planned in the same operation together with the plastic surgery team.
- Reconstruction with your own tissue (autologous)
- Implant reconstruction
- In the same session or later
Breast self-examination
Five minutes a month, five steps.
Knowing your own breasts is the easiest way to notice a change early.
- 01
Look in the mirror
Arms at your sides, then above your head: is there any change in shape, size or skin?
- 02
Place your hands on your hips
Tense your chest muscles; look for dimpling or bulging.
- 03
Check by hand, standing
With your fingertips, use circular movements to scan the whole breast and the armpit.
- 04
Repeat lying down
Lie on your back and do the same check on both sides.
- 05
Check the nipple
If there is discharge, retraction or a sore, make a note and book an appointment.
After the first appointment
From complaint to treatment, step by step.
Uncertainty is the hardest part of the process. We talk through what will happen at every stage in advance.
- 01
Examination and listening
We review your complaint, your family history of breast and ovarian cancer and your previous tests together.
- 02
Imaging
Ultrasound, mammography, tomosynthesis or MRI is planned according to your age and the finding.
- 03
Definite diagnosis
If necessary an ultrasound-guided biopsy is performed; the pathology result confirms the diagnosis.
- 04
Treatment plan
Surgery, a non-surgical method or follow-up. In a cancer diagnosis the decision is made jointly with oncology and radiology.
- 05
Follow-up
Your check-ups after treatment continue regularly at our clinic.
Certificates
International training, certified competence.
Breast surgery experience supported by training in Milan and Seoul. Member of the Turkish Surgical Association and the Breast Diseases Association.
2008
Master's in breast science
University of Milan, Italy.
2012
European breast surgery qualification
European-level breast surgery qualification certificate.
2014
Intraoperative radiotherapy
Single-session radiotherapy during surgery (TARGIT).
2018
Professor of general surgery
Medipol University; associate professorship 2012.
Inflammatory breast disease
Granulomatous mastitis
Close follow-up over a long process.
An inflammatory breast disease of unclear cause that can recur. The diagnosis is confirmed by biopsy; treatment is planned individually according to the course of the disease and monitored with regular check-ups.
- May begin with pain, redness and hardness
- Biopsy for a definite diagnosis
- Personalized treatment and patient follow-up
Visit
Our clinic in Ataköy.
Ataköy 7-8-9-10. Kısım Mah. E-5 Yan Yol Cd.No: 6/1 B Blok Kat: 2 D: 21
34158 Bakırköy / İstanbul
| Wednesday | 10.00–16.00 |
|---|---|
| Thursday | 10.00–16.00 |
| Saturday | 10.00–16.00 |
| Mon · Tue · Fri · Sun | Closed |
Hospitals where we operate
- Memorial Bahçelievler
- Acıbadem Atakent
MOST ASKED
Your question is probably here.
The topics our patients research most before coming for an examination. We have prepared short and clear information on each.
Symptoms of breast cancer
Lump, skin dimpling, nipple changes: which signs matter?
A palpable breast lump
Cyst or fibroadenoma? Most lumps are benign; how is the difference made?
Breast pain (mastodynia)
Pain related to the menstrual cycle is very common. When is an examination needed?
Granulomatous mastitis
An inflammatory breast disease of unclear cause that can recur. We confirm the diagnosis by biopsy and plan treatment individually according to the…
Nipple discharge
What do its color and one- or two-sided occurrence indicate?
Hereditary breast cancer
BRCA and family history: who is genetic testing recommended for?
Pregnancy and breast health
Changes noticed in the breast during pregnancy and breastfeeding.
Breast health in older age
Why should screening and follow-up not be neglected after menopause?
INFORMATION GUIDE
About breast health.
Breast cancer risk factors: which can be changed?
Age and family history cannot change; alcohol, weight and activity level are in your hands.
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Breast-conserving surgery or mastectomy?
Which operation is suitable is decided together, based on the tumor and your preference.
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Breast reconstruction: own tissue or implant?
Reconstruction with your own tissue or an implant; which is suitable is decided individually.
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