From Halstead to Modern Surgery: The Journey of Axillary Management in Breast Cancer

PRESENTER: Tyler Harvell, MD

General Surgery Resident, PGY-5

Northeast Georgia Medical Center

Learning Objectives

• Outline the evolution of axillary surgery in breast cancer management. 
• Define the current indications for axillary surgery in patients with breast cancer. 
• Evaluate the options, surgical techniques and agents employed in axillary surgery.
• Discuss the morbidity and financial implications associated with axillary surgical procedures. 
• Explore new evidence into the selective use of axillary surgery in breast cancer patients.

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Intended Audience: Physicians, Clinical Staff

Physician credits awarded. Breakfast will be served.