For well over a century, surgery has been the first line of attack against breast cancer, but things have changed a lot in recent years. Today, the goal is precise, targeted surgery that aims to preserve as much of the healthy breast and surrounding area as possible. Even mastectomy (breast removal) is a more refined, less drastic option than it was a generation ago.

The surgeons at The Breast Center at GFM Surgical Associates, Dr. Leonard Galler, Dr. Gary Feinberg, Dr. Carter McCormack and Dr. James Herrington, are Board Certified general surgeons with exceptional expertise in breast diseases. Together, they represent 60-years of cumulative experience, making GFM Surgical Associates the premier Breast Surgical Group in South Jersey.

The diagnosing and treatment of breast cancer, as well as other breast diseases, both for women and men, is available at their modern facility, located at 718 Shore Road, Somers Point, New Jersey. GFM Surgical utilizes both Shore Memorial Hospital and Jersey Shore Ambulatory Surgery Center when needed. In-office diagnostic testing and modern, same-day office biopsy techniques are state of the art. The newest surgical breast sparing techniques are utilized, and most importantly, GFM Surgeons are capable, compassionate and available. They are our community's premier breast surgeons dedicated to providing breast care to all members of the community.

The physicians at GFM Surgical Associates state, "If a diagnosis of breast cancer is established by biopsy, our patient will be guided with compassion and expertise through a proper plan, providing the best outcome possible. We recognize the impact that breast cancer has on patients and their families and we help to provide the needed support with a team of professionals.

"As breast surgeons, our responsibility is to remove the malignancy with breast sparing techniques, if possible, and provide the highest chance for cure and long-term survival. We discuss with each patient all the surgical options available and the risks. We stage each patient's disease and evaluate the nodal status when indicated. Our physicians routinely perform sentinel node biopsies. Breast cancer treatment is always a team effort and our group works closely with oncologists, pathologists, radiotherapists and plastic surgeons of the patient's choosing.

"GFM Surgeons provide the needed surgical care for our patients close to home, where they can have the support of family and friends and are cared for in outstanding medical facilities."

GFM Surgical Associates are available for consultations, second opinions and review of abnormal mammographys. Call 927-8550 for your consultation.