Ep. 4: Revolutionizing Breast Cancer Surgery – A Conversation with Dr. Melvin Silverstein

In this special episode of Save Your Breast, Dr. Nirav Savalia is joined by his mentor and legendary breast surgeon, Dr. Melvin Silverstein. Known for pioneering lumpectomy and introducing oncoplastic surgery to the U.S., Dr. Silverstein reflects on the evolution of breast cancer treatment, the rise of breast-conserving techniques, and the urgent need for patient education in today’s medical landscape.

💡 Topics Covered:

✅ Evolution of the Lumpectomy (4:29)

✅ When Saving the Breast Became the New Goal (6:30)

✅ Mastectomy vs. Lumpectomy Cure Rate (10:01)

✅ Oncoplasty Emerges (11:42)

✅ Extreme Oncoplasty Emerges (17:00)

✅ Teaching Other Surgeons This Technique (20:59)

✅ Is Mastectomy the Safest Option? (25:01)

✅ Why Breast Cancer Occurrences Seem to Be Rising (30:39)

✅ Pros and Cons of Other Cancer Treatment Strategies (35:34)

✅ What It Takes to Be an Oncoplastic Surgeon (31:42)

✅ Dr. Silverstein and Dr. Savalia’s First Oncoplastic Case Together (38:08)

From historical resistance to breast-saving procedures to the modern-day innovations changing lives, this episode is a must-listen for any woman navigating a breast cancer diagnosis—and for the providers guiding them through it.

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