World-Class Breast Cancer Surgery and Patient-Friendly, Patient-Customized Care System
The Breast Care Center at Seoul National University Cancer Hospital has been striving to become one of the best centers in the world since its opening in 2004. As a result, our center not only leads the field of breast cancer treatment in Korea but also provides high-quality care comparable to that of the world’s leading medical institutions. Performing over 2,200 breast cancer surgeries and 1,000 reconstructive surgeries annually, we pursue our dual goals of “treatment of breast cancer” and “aesthetic satisfaction” through multidisciplinary care. Our oncoplastic surgery techniques developed in collaboration with various departments and specialist, ensure comprehensive and personalized care for each patient. Moreover, we are pioneering personalized medical care, where treatment strategies are tailored to each patient’s genetic and genomic characteristics through personalized analyses.
Center Providing Integrated Medical Care, Counseling, and Education
- Integrated medical care with a convenient system through collaboration between eight departments
- Various education programs
A variety of treatments including surgery (curative and reconstructive), systemic therapy (chemotherapy, targeted therapy, immune therapy, and endocrine therapy), radiation therapy, and rehabilitation are all essential for the management of breast cancer. The biggest advantage of the Breast Care Center at Seoul National University Cancer Hospital is that patients can receive medical care from a variety of excellent departments including Surgery, Medical Oncology, Radiology, Radiation Oncology, Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery, Rehabilitation Medicine, Psychiatry, and Family Medicine. Our center provides the integrated medical care that patients with breast cancer require, including rehabilitation after the initial treatment, long-term comprehensive care during surveillance, and mental support. Education programs on breast cancer are held for patients 2 times a week, including additional education sessions on management and exercise after breast cancer surgery. Our specialized counseling are responsible for providing consultation throughout the entire treatment and surgery journey, ensuring comprehensive support for every patient.
World-Class Research-Centered Hospital and Standardized Advanced Treatment
In addition to providing exceptional medical care, our center is dedicated to research, academic conferences, and collaborations with outstanding hospitals worldwide. We lead innovative clinical trials and translational studies that have a global impact on patients and breast cancer care providers. By participating in various research initiatives and global clinical studies, we try to offer the best and up-to-date treatment options for both early-stage and advanced-stage breast cancers. As a center of global excellence, we strive to set the standard of care and provide state-of-the-art personalized treatment for our patients.