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Breast Surgery Services with Virginia Cancer Specialists
Virginia Cancer Specialists breast surgery services provide a full service spectrum that includes breast cancer surgery, breast surgery for benign breast conditions, screening, diagnosis, radiation oncology, medical oncology, genetic testing and counseling, palliative care and more.
“From benign breast problems to breast cancer it’s my passion to keep informed of the latest treatments and technologies that benefit my patients. I love working with an experienced and dedicated team of physicians who work to personalize and tailor each treatment plan to best meet the needs of the patient as an individual – and the family as a whole.“ Stephanie Akbari, MD, FACS
“It was important for me to join a practice that is dedicated to providing patient-centered team care while also offering the very latest advanced treatments. Virginia Cancer Specialists has an excellent and well-deserved reputation as a world-class cancer center that believes in putting patients first. I look forward to collaborating with this group of compassionate, highly-skilled physicians as we help patients achieve the best possible outcomes.“ Elizabeth Feldman, MD, FACS
“I believe in a covenant relationship with each patient and family. This is my calling, not just my job. We encounter the person with breast cancer at a most vulnerable time. Our goal is to truly care for them and guide them through the development of a personalized treatment plan that addresses all of the patient’s concerns and helps them move forward.” Hernan Vargas, MD, FACS
Our Breast Surgery Services Include:
- Breast Surgery (for benign conditions) and Breast Cancer Surgical Oncology
- Breast Radiation Oncology
- Breast Medical Oncology
- Minimally Invasive Breast Biopsies
- Ultrasound guided breast biopsy
- FNA-Fine Needle Aspiration
- Cyst aspiration
- Breast ultrasound
- Lymphedema L-Dex measurement test
- Skin punch biopsy
- Genetic testing
- Molecular profiling testing
Virginia Cancer Specialists offers a 360 degree approach to cutting-edge and integrated care for patients with breast problems, from benign breast disease to breast cancer, as well as those who have a high risk for developing breast disease.
Our surgeons work closely with our dedicated breast cancer medical oncologists and radiation oncologists – located right in our community.
Dr. Akbari is a pioneer in breast cancer surgery, continually integrating new technology into treatments she offers to her patients.
Dr. Feldman brings extensive experience in multidisciplinary team care, cutting-edge research protocols and nationally recognized surgical procedures to the practice.
Dr. Vargas believes in a covenant relationship with each patient and family. His goal is to provide the highest quality patient-centered care within a multidisciplinary group of like-minded individuals that results in a personalized treatment plan for each patient the team is privileged to serve.
Appointments:
To schedule an appointment with Dr. Stephanie Akbari, in the Fairfax Office, please call (703) 208-3120
To schedule an appointment with Dr. Elizabeth Feldman, in the Reston Office, please call (703) 208-9395
To schedule an appointment with Dr. Hernan Vargas, in the Fair Oaks Office, please call (703) 208-9350
