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Welcome to THE NEXT BREAST THING, a podcast by the American Society of Breast Surgeons for the breast community. We're a group of devoted surgeons from different parts of the country, inviting you to journey with us into the science of the breast Through the heart and soul of our breast community. From advances in procedures and patient care to personal transformation, we're here to support you. so, if you're part of the breast community and can't seem to find the answers… this is the next breast thing.
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- 1 weeks ago39 min
Ep. 45 - ASBrS Breast Imaging 2025 Guidelines for the Management of Benign Breast Fibroepithelial Lesions
How well do you know the latest breast imaging guidelines? In this episode, the co-hosts break down the 2025 ASBrS Breast Imaging Guidelines for the management of benign breast fibroepithelial lesions and what they mean for everyday clinical practice. Link to the JAMA article: https://jamanetwork.com/journals/jamasurgery/article-abstract/2840206 MEET THE CO-HOSTS Michael Berry, MD is a breast surgical oncologist at the West Cancer Center in Germantown, TN. After practicing general surgery for 6 years, he completed a breast surgical oncology fellowship at UT Southwestern in Dallas in 2002. Upon leaving Texas, he moved to the Memphis, TN area where he was the first fellowship trained breast surgeon in the region; and this is where he remains today. Dr. Berry has long taught breast ultrasound diagnosis, intervention and ablation. However, his particular interest is in education, as he currently serves on the Breast Surgical Oncology Fellowship Training Committee, which oversees the fellowship programs in the U.S. and Canada. Dr. Berry is currently the president-elect of the American Society of Breast Surgeons and will begin his term as president in May of 2025. Susan K. Boolbol, MD, FACS is the system chief of breast surgical oncology and breast program at Nuvance Health. She is a board-certified, fellowship-trained breast surgeon and performs a variety of breast cancer surgeries including lumpectomies and mastectomies. She has a special interest in oncoplastic surgery and nipple-sparing mastectomy; she is also a Hidden Scar certified surgeon. Dr. Boolbol's personal mission is to diagnose and successfully treat breast cancer and breast conditions while caring for the whole patient – emotionally and physically – every step of the way. Dr. Boolbol is the immediate Past President of the American Society of Breast Surgeons. She joined Nuvance Health after serving as chief of breast surgery at Mount Sinai Beth Israel Medical Center. She completed her breast surgery fellowship at Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center after her residency in general surgery at New York Hospital-Cornell University Medical Center. Dr. Boolbol earned her medical degree from George Washington University School of Medicine. Carla Fisher, MD, MBA, FACS is the Division Chief of Breast Surgery at the Indiana University School of Medicine and the Shawn Hanson Professor of Surgery. Dr. Fisher is also the director of the IU Dept of of Surgery Breast Surgical Oncology fellowship. She earned her medical degree from the University of Pennsylvania School of Medicine in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania and completed her residency in general surgery at the Medical University of South Carolina and her fellowship as a surgical fellow in breast oncology at Washington University School of Medicine. Dr. Fisher is a certified by the American Board of Surgery and is a member of the American Society of Breast Surgeons, Society of Surgical Oncologists and the Association of Academic Surgeons. Susie Hagen, MD, FACS received her medical degree from the University of South Carolina. She completed her residency in General Surgery at the University of Iowa. In addition, Dr. Hagen earned her Master of Science in Public Health from the University of South Carolina and a Master in Medical Education from the University of Iowa. Her special interests are benign and malignant breast disease, complex wound, and robotic surgeries. She still takes call at a level II trauma center. Dr. Hagen obtained a certification in the Advanced Trauma Operat
- 3 weeks ago34 min
Ep. 44 - How to Navigate Palliative Care as Breast Surgeons
Have you or your patients ever struggled with the what, where, when, and why of palliative care? You're not alone. Join the co-hosts for an honest conversation about the sometimes-confusing role of palliative care in breast surgery and why it's about so much more than end-of-life care. It's a thoughtful and practical discussion that empowers surgeons to provide more compassionate, patient-centered care throughout the entire cancer journey. MEET THE CO-HOSTS Michael Berry, MD is a breast surgical oncologist at the West Cancer Center in Germantown, TN. After practicing general surgery for 6 years, he completed a breast surgical oncology fellowship at UT Southwestern in Dallas in 2002. Upon leaving Texas, he moved to the Memphis, TN area where he was the first fellowship trained breast surgeon in the region; and this is where he remains today. Dr. Berry has long taught breast ultrasound diagnosis, intervention and ablation. However, his particular interest is in education, as he currently serves on the Breast Surgical Oncology Fellowship Training Committee, which oversees the fellowship programs in the U.S. and Canada. Dr. Berry is currently the president-elect of the American Society of Breast Surgeons and will begin his term as president in May of 2025. Susan K. Boolbol, MD, FACS is the system chief of breast surgical oncology and breast program at Nuvance Health. She is a board-certified, fellowship-trained breast surgeon and performs a variety of breast cancer surgeries including lumpectomies and mastectomies. She has a special interest in oncoplastic surgery and nipple-sparing mastectomy; she is also a Hidden Scar certified surgeon. Dr. Boolbol's personal mission is to diagnose and successfully treat breast cancer and breast conditions while caring for the whole patient – emotionally and physically – every step of the way. Dr. Boolbol is the immediate Past President of the American Society of Breast Surgeons. She joined Nuvance Health after serving as chief of breast surgery at Mount Sinai Beth Israel Medical Center. She completed her breast surgery fellowship at Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center after her residency in general surgery at New York Hospital-Cornell University Medical Center. Dr. Boolbol earned her medical degree from George Washington University School of Medicine. Carla Fisher, MD, MBA, FACS is the Division Chief of Breast Surgery at the Indiana University School of Medicine and the Shawn Hanson Professor of Surgery. Dr. Fisher is also the director of the IU Dept of of Surgery Breast Surgical Oncology fellowship. She earned her medical degree from the University of Pennsylvania School of Medicine in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania and completed her residency in general surgery at the Medical University of South Carolina and her fellowship as a surgical fellow in breast oncology at Washington University School of Medicine. Dr. Fisher is a certified by the American Board of Surgery and is a member of the American Society of Breast Surgeons, Society of Surgical Oncologists and the Association of Academic Surgeons. Susie Hagen, MD, FACS received her medical degree from the University of South Carolina. She completed her residency in General Surgery at the University of Iowa. In addition, Dr. Hagen earned her Master of Science in Public Health from the University of South Carolina and a Master in Medical Education from the University of Iowa. Her special interests are benign and malignant breast disease, complex wound, and robotic surgeries. She still takes call at a level II trauma center. Dr. Hagen obtained a ce
- Jun 23, 202634 min
Ep. 43 - How to Get Comfortable Talking to Patients About Sexuality and Breast Cancer
Ever struggle handling patient questions about sexuality as it relates to breast cancer? You're not alone. Join the co-hosts as they open up about their own struggles regarding one of the most important, and often uncomfortable conversations in breast cancer care: sexuality. They share personal stories and explore practical strategies for discussing intimacy, body image, sexual health, and treatment-related changes with confidence, compassion, and sensitivity. It's an honest and empowering conversation designed to help surgeons better support patients through every aspect of survivorship. MEET THE CO-HOSTS Michael Berry, MD is a breast surgical oncologist at the West Cancer Center in Germantown, TN. After practicing general surgery for 6 years, he completed a breast surgical oncology fellowship at UT Southwestern in Dallas in 2002. Upon leaving Texas, he moved to the Memphis, TN area where he was the first fellowship trained breast surgeon in the region; and this is where he remains today. Dr. Berry has long taught breast ultrasound diagnosis, intervention and ablation. However, his particular interest is in education, as he currently serves on the Breast Surgical Oncology Fellowship Training Committee, which oversees the fellowship programs in the U.S. and Canada. Dr. Berry is currently the president-elect of the American Society of Breast Surgeons and will begin his term as president in May of 2025. Susan K. Boolbol, MD, FACS is the system chief of breast surgical oncology and breast program at Nuvance Health. She is a board-certified, fellowship-trained breast surgeon and performs a variety of breast cancer surgeries including lumpectomies and mastectomies. She has a special interest in oncoplastic surgery and nipple-sparing mastectomy; she is also a Hidden Scar certified surgeon. Dr. Boolbol's personal mission is to diagnose and successfully treat breast cancer and breast conditions while caring for the whole patient – emotionally and physically – every step of the way. Dr. Boolbol is the immediate Past President of the American Society of Breast Surgeons. She joined Nuvance Health after serving as chief of breast surgery at Mount Sinai Beth Israel Medical Center. She completed her breast surgery fellowship at Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center after her residency in general surgery at New York Hospital-Cornell University Medical Center. Dr. Boolbol earned her medical degree from George Washington University School of Medicine. Carla Fisher, MD, MBA, FACS is the Division Chief of Breast Surgery at the Indiana University School of Medicine and the Shawn Hanson Professor of Surgery. Dr. Fisher is also the director of the IU Dept of of Surgery Breast Surgical Oncology fellowship. She earned her medical degree from the University of Pennsylvania School of Medicine in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania and completed her residency in general surgery at the Medical University of South Carolina and her fellowship as a surgical fellow in breast oncology at Washington University School of Medicine. Dr. Fisher is a certified by the American Board of Surgery and is a member of the American Society of Breast Surgeons, Society of Surgical Oncologists and the Association of Academic Surgeons. Susie Hagen, MD, FACS received her medical degree from the University of South Carolina. She completed her residency in General Surgery at the University of Iowa. In addition, Dr. Hagen earned her Master of Science in Public Health from the University of South Carolina and a Master in Medical Education from the University of Iowa. Her special interests are benign and malignant breast dise
- Jun 9, 202637 min
Ep. 42 - The Great HRT Debate with Dr. Kristin Rojas
Wondering if you're giving patients the right advice regarding HRT in 2026? In this episode, the co-hosts welcome Dr. Kristin Rojas for a thoughtful conversation about the risks, benefits, misconceptions, and evolving evidence surrounding HRT. Link to Kristin's Breast Surgeons Live Webinar referenced during the episode: https://www.breastsurgeons.org/education/webinars/overview?video_id=53 SPECIAL GUEST Kristin Rojas, MD, FACS, FACOG is a fellowship-trained breast cancer surgeon, board-certified gynecologist, and Associate Professor at the UT MD Anderson Cancer Center of Houston, Texas. She earned her medical degree from UT Southwestern Medical School, completed her residency at Brown University, and further specialized in breast surgical oncology through a fellowship at Maimonides Medical Center in Brooklyn, New York. She is a NCI-funded cancer researcher studying the gut microbiome and novel therapeutics for genitourinary syndrome in female cancer survivors. MEET THE CO-HOSTS Michael Berry, MD is a breast surgical oncologist at the West Cancer Center in Germantown, TN. After practicing general surgery for 6 years, he completed a breast surgical oncology fellowship at UT Southwestern in Dallas in 2002. Upon leaving Texas, he moved to the Memphis, TN area where he was the first fellowship trained breast surgeon in the region; and this is where he remains today. Dr. Berry has long taught breast ultrasound diagnosis, intervention and ablation. However, his particular interest is in education, as he currently serves on the Breast Surgical Oncology Fellowship Training Committee, which oversees the fellowship programs in the U.S. and Canada. Dr. Berry is currently the president-elect of the American Society of Breast Surgeons and will begin his term as president in May of 2025. Susan K. Boolbol, MD, FACS is the system chief of breast surgical oncology and breast program at Nuvance Health. She is a board-certified, fellowship-trained breast surgeon and performs a variety of breast cancer surgeries including lumpectomies and mastectomies. She has a special interest in oncoplastic surgery and nipple-sparing mastectomy; she is also a Hidden Scar certified surgeon. Dr. Boolbol's personal mission is to diagnose and successfully treat breast cancer and breast conditions while caring for the whole patient – emotionally and physically – every step of the way. Dr. Boolbol is the immediate Past President of the American Society of Breast Surgeons. She joined Nuvance Health after serving as chief of breast surgery at Mount Sinai Beth Israel Medical Center. She completed her breast surgery fellowship at Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center after her residency in general surgery at New York Hospital-Cornell University Medical Center. Dr. Boolbol earned her medical degree from George Washington University School of Medicine. Carla Fisher, MD, MBA, FACS is the Division Chief of Breast Surgery at the Indiana University School of Medicine and the Shawn Hanson Professor of Surgery. Dr. Fisher is also the director of the IU Dept of of Surgery Breast Surgical Oncology fellowship. She earned her medical degree from the University of Pennsylvania School of Medicine in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania and completed her residency in general surgery at the Medical University of South Carolina and her fellowship as a surgical fellow in breast oncology at Washington University School of Medicine. Dr. Fisher is a certified by the American Board of Surgery and is a member of the American Society of Breast Surgeons, Society of Surgical Oncologists and the Association of Academic Surgeons. <p
- Jun 2, 202627 min
Ep. 41 - LIVE from ASBrS 2026 (Part 4) - Best of Poster Sessions (Part 2 of 2)
In this final "Live from ASBrS 2026" episode, the co-hosts return to the poster session floor to explore cutting-edge research shaping the future of breast surgery. Topics include the growing role of GLP-1 receptor agonists, evolving trends in dual de-escalation, the impact of omitting sentinel lymph node biopsy in gene mutation carriers, and the increasingly competitive process of breast surgical oncology fellowship selection and ranking. It's a fast-paced, behind-the-scenes look at the emerging ideas and clinical questions driving the specialty forward. MEET THE CO-HOSTS Michael Berry, MD is a breast surgical oncologist at the West Cancer Center in Germantown, TN. After practicing general surgery for 6 years, he completed a breast surgical oncology fellowship at UT Southwestern in Dallas in 2002. Upon leaving Texas, he moved to the Memphis, TN area where he was the first fellowship trained breast surgeon in the region; and this is where he remains today. Dr. Berry has long taught breast ultrasound diagnosis, intervention and ablation. However, his particular interest is in education, as he currently serves on the Breast Surgical Oncology Fellowship Training Committee, which oversees the fellowship programs in the U.S. and Canada. Dr. Berry is currently the president-elect of the American Society of Breast Surgeons and will begin his term as president in May of 2025. Susan K. Boolbol, MD, FACS is the system chief of breast surgical oncology and breast program at Nuvance Health. She is a board-certified, fellowship-trained breast surgeon and performs a variety of breast cancer surgeries including lumpectomies and mastectomies. She has a special interest in oncoplastic surgery and nipple-sparing mastectomy; she is also a Hidden Scar certified surgeon. Dr. Boolbol's personal mission is to diagnose and successfully treat breast cancer and breast conditions while caring for the whole patient – emotionally and physically – every step of the way. Dr. Boolbol is the immediate Past President of the American Society of Breast Surgeons. She joined Nuvance Health after serving as chief of breast surgery at Mount Sinai Beth Israel Medical Center. She completed her breast surgery fellowship at Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center after her residency in general surgery at New York Hospital-Cornell University Medical Center. Dr. Boolbol earned her medical degree from George Washington University School of Medicine. Carla Fisher, MD, MBA, FACS is the Division Chief of Breast Surgery at the Indiana University School of Medicine and the Shawn Hanson Professor of Surgery. Dr. Fisher is also the director of the IU Dept of of Surgery Breast Surgical Oncology fellowship. She earned her medical degree from the University of Pennsylvania School of Medicine in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania and completed her residency in general surgery at the Medical University of South Carolina and her fellowship as a surgical fellow in breast oncology at Washington University School of Medicine. Dr. Fisher is a certified by the American Board of Surgery and is a member of the American Society of Breast Surgeons, Society of Surgical Oncologists and the Association of Academic Surgeons. Susie Hagen, MD, FACS received her medical degree from the University of South Carolina. She completed her residency in General Surgery at the University of Iowa. In addition, Dr. Hagen earned her Master of Science in Public Health from the University of South Carolina and a Master in Medical Education from the University of Iowa. Her special interests are benign and malignant breast disease, complex wound, and ro
- May 26, 202631 min
Ep. 40 - Best of ASBrS 2026 (Part 3) - Best Poster Sessions (Part 1)
In this special "Live from ASBrS 2026" episode, the co-hosts hit the poster session floor for part one of a two-part episode series to explore some of the meeting's most talked-about research through quick conversations with the presenters behind the work. Topics include an international trial comparing MRI-guided localization to traditional wire localization for non-palpable breast cancer, translating DCISionRT data from PREDICT to real-world practice, the impact of pectoral nerve blocks on opioid stewardship and postoperative costs, long-term outcomes from 3,000 nipple-sparing mastectomies, and patient satisfaction with robotic nipple-sparing mastectomy using BREAST-Q outcomes data. It's a fast-paced, behind-the-scenes look at the emerging ideas and evolving technologies shaping the future of breast surgery. MEET THE CO-HOSTS Michael Berry, MD is a breast surgical oncologist at the West Cancer Center in Germantown, TN. After practicing general surgery for 6 years, he completed a breast surgical oncology fellowship at UT Southwestern in Dallas in 2002. Upon leaving Texas, he moved to the Memphis, TN area where he was the first fellowship trained breast surgeon in the region; and this is where he remains today. Dr. Berry has long taught breast ultrasound diagnosis, intervention and ablation. However, his particular interest is in education, as he currently serves on the Breast Surgical Oncology Fellowship Training Committee, which oversees the fellowship programs in the U.S. and Canada. Dr. Berry is currently the president-elect of the American Society of Breast Surgeons and will begin his term as president in May of 2025. Susan K. Boolbol, MD, FACS is the system chief of breast surgical oncology and breast program at Nuvance Health. She is a board-certified, fellowship-trained breast surgeon and performs a variety of breast cancer surgeries including lumpectomies and mastectomies. She has a special interest in oncoplastic surgery and nipple-sparing mastectomy; she is also a Hidden Scar certified surgeon. Dr. Boolbol's personal mission is to diagnose and successfully treat breast cancer and breast conditions while caring for the whole patient – emotionally and physically – every step of the way. Dr. Boolbol is the immediate Past President of the American Society of Breast Surgeons. She joined Nuvance Health after serving as chief of breast surgery at Mount Sinai Beth Israel Medical Center. She completed her breast surgery fellowship at Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center after her residency in general surgery at New York Hospital-Cornell University Medical Center. Dr. Boolbol earned her medical degree from George Washington University School of Medicine. Carla Fisher, MD, MBA, FACS is the Division Chief of Breast Surgery at the Indiana University School of Medicine and the Shawn Hanson Professor of Surgery. Dr. Fisher is also the director of the IU Dept of of Surgery Breast Surgical Oncology fellowship. She earned her medical degree from the University of Pennsylvania School of Medicine in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania and completed her residency in general surgery at the Medical University of South Carolina and her fellowship as a surgical fellow in breast oncology at Washington University School of Medicine. Dr. Fisher is a certified by the American Board of Surgery and is a member of the American Society of Breast Surgeons, Society of Surgical Oncologists and the Association of Academic Surgeons. Susie Hagen, MD, FACS received her medical degree from the University of South Carolina. She completed her residency in General Surgery at the University of Iowa.
- May 19, 202637 min
Ep. 39 - Best of ASBrS 2026 (Part 2): Helen Pass's Best Papers (Part 2 of 2)
In part two of this special "Live from ASBrS 2026" series, the co-hosts continue their on-the-ground coverage of the meeting's most compelling research and presentations with special guest Dr. Helen Pass. They unpack additional standout papers, emerging clinical insights, and the conversations shaping the future of breast surgery. It's a timely, practical look at the ideas and evidence driving the field forward. SPECIAL GUEST Helen Pass, MD Growing up in a medical family, Helen Pass knew early on that she would follow in her father's footsteps by pursuing a career in surgery. During her medical training, a passion for caring for cancer patients emerged, driven by the opportunity to guide people through some of the most difficult moments of their lives. As a breast cancer surgeon, she is dedicated to providing personalized, evidence-based care that reflects each patient's unique goals and priorities while working within a multidisciplinary team that includes plastic surgeons, medical oncologists, radiation oncologists, breast imaging specialists, geneticists, nurse navigators, nutritionists, and social workers. Helen's practice includes advanced oncoplastic techniques such as nipple-sparing and skin-sparing mastectomies, aesthetic flat closures, oncoplastic lumpectomies, hidden scar surgery, sentinel lymph node biopsies, breast biopsies, and breast duct explorations, as well as treatment for pregnant women, men with breast cancer, and patients facing cancer recurrence. She is deeply involved in cancer research, innovative clinical trials, and passionate about educating both patients and physicians on the latest surgical options and evidence-based treatment strategies. Demonstrating longstanding leadership in the breast community and surgical specialty, Helen has served as president and chairman of the board of the American Society of Breast Surgeons, governor of the American College of Surgeons, a member of the Executive Committee of the Commission on Cancer, and a founding member of the Board of Directors of the National Accreditation Program for Breast Centers (NAPBC). Her long-running session, "Helen Pass's Best Papers", is always a major highlight of every ASBrS Annual Meeting. MEET THE CO-HOSTS Michael Berry, MD is a breast surgical oncologist at the West Cancer Center in Germantown, TN. After practicing general surgery for 6 years, he completed a breast surgical oncology fellowship at UT Southwestern in Dallas in 2002. Upon leaving Texas, he moved to the Memphis, TN area where he was the first fellowship trained breast surgeon in the region; and this is where he remains today. Dr. Berry has long taught breast ultrasound diagnosis, intervention and ablation. However, his particular interest is in education, as he currently serves on the Breast Surgical Oncology Fellowship Training Committee, which oversees the fellowship programs in the U.S. and Canada. Dr. Berry is currently the president-elect of the American Society of Breast Surgeons and will begin his term as president in May of 2025. Susan K. Boolbol, MD, FACS is the system chief of breast surgical oncology and breast program at Nuvance Health. She is a board-certified, fellowship-trained breast surgeon and performs a variety of breast cancer surgeries including lumpectomies and mastectomies. She has a special interest in oncoplastic surgery and nipple-sparing mastectomy; she is also a Hidden Scar certified surgeon. Dr. Boolbol's personal mission is to diagnose and successfully treat breast cancer and breast conditions while caring for the whole patient – emotionally and physically – every step of the way. Dr. Boolbol is the immediate Past President of the American Society of Breast Surgeons. She joined Nuvance Health after serving as chief of breast surgery at Mount Sinai Beth Israel Medical Center. She completed her breast surgery fellowship at Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center after her residency in general surgery at New York Hospital-Cornell University Medical Center. Dr. Boolbol earned her medical degree from George Washington Universi
- May 12, 202643 min
Ep. 38 - LIVE from ASBrS 2026 (Part 1): Helen Pass's Best Papers (Part 1 of 2)
In this special "Live from ASBrS 2026" episode, the co-hosts welcome Dr. Helen Pass for our part one conversation about the most impactful papers presented at the meeting. They break down the latest research, key findings, emerging trends, and what these insights mean for breast surgeons in everyday practice. SPECIAL GUEST Helen Pass, MD Growing up in a medical family, Helen Pass knew early on that she would follow in her father's footsteps by pursuing a career in surgery. During her medical training, a passion for caring for cancer patients emerged, driven by the opportunity to guide people through some of the most difficult moments of their lives. As a breast cancer surgeon, she is dedicated to providing personalized, evidence-based care that reflects each patient's unique goals and priorities while working within a multidisciplinary team that includes plastic surgeons, medical oncologists, radiation oncologists, breast imaging specialists, geneticists, nurse navigators, nutritionists, and social workers. Helen's practice includes advanced oncoplastic techniques such as nipple-sparing and skin-sparing mastectomies, aesthetic flat closures, oncoplastic lumpectomies, hidden scar surgery, sentinel lymph node biopsies, breast biopsies, and breast duct explorations, as well as treatment for pregnant women, men with breast cancer, and patients facing cancer recurrence. She is deeply involved in cancer research, innovative clinical trials, and passionate about educating both patients and physicians on the latest surgical options and evidence-based treatment strategies. Demonstrating longstanding leadership in the breast community and surgical specialty, Helen has served as president and chairman of the board of the American Society of Breast Surgeons, governor of the American College of Surgeons, a member of the Executive Committee of the Commission on Cancer, and a founding member of the Board of Directors of the National Accreditation Program for Breast Centers (NAPBC). Her long-running session, "Helen Pass's Best Papers", is always a major highlight of every ASBrS Annual Meeting. MEET THE CO-HOSTS Michael Berry, MD is a breast surgical oncologist at the West Cancer Center in Germantown, TN. After practicing general surgery for 6 years, he completed a breast surgical oncology fellowship at UT Southwestern in Dallas in 2002. Upon leaving Texas, he moved to the Memphis, TN area where he was the first fellowship trained breast surgeon in the region; and this is where he remains today. Dr. Berry has long taught breast ultrasound diagnosis, intervention and ablation. However, his particular interest is in education, as he currently serves on the Breast Surgical Oncology Fellowship Training Committee, which oversees the fellowship programs in the U.S. and Canada. Dr. Berry is currently the president-elect of the American Society of Breast Surgeons and will begin his term as president in May of 2025. Susan K. Boolbol, MD, FACS is the system chief of breast surgical oncology and breast program at Nuvance Health. She is a board-certified, fellowship-trained breast surgeon and performs a variety of breast cancer surgeries including lumpectomies and mastectomies. She has a special interest in oncoplastic surgery and nipple-sparing mastectomy; she is also a Hidden Scar certified surgeon. Dr. Boolbol's personal mission is to diagnose and successfully treat breast cancer and breast conditions while caring for the whole patient – emotionally and physically – every step of the way. Dr. Boolbol is the immediate Past President of the American Society of Breast Surgeons. She joined Nuvance Health after serving as chief of breast surgery at Mount Sinai Beth Israel Medical Center. She completed her breast surgery fellowship at Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center after her residency in general surgery at New York Hospital-Cornell University Medical Center. Dr. Boolbol earned her medical degree from George Washington University School of Medicine. <img src= "https://assets.libsyn.com/show/
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