Breast diseases are common among women, with breast cancer ranking first in the incidence of various tumors among women in urban areas of China, posing a serious threat to women's health and life. The Breast Specialty Group at Peking Union Medical College Hospital was proposed in the 1980s by Professor Zeng Xianjiu, one of the founders of surgery in China, and established with his support and assistance, with Professor Huang Hanyuan as the group leader. Under Professor Huang's leadership, the Breast Specialty Group has continuously developed, creating significant social and economic benefits. To better serve patients and advance the discipline, the Breast Specialty Group was expanded into the Department of Breast Surgery in February 2006, with Professor Sun Qiang as the director.
The Department of Breast Surgery currently has 45 inpatient beds, treating over 50,000 patients annually, performing more than 3,600 surgeries, including over 1,600 breast cancer surgeries. The services offered include: diagnosis and surgical treatment of breast cancer; comprehensive treatments such as radiotherapy, chemotherapy, endocrine therapy, and biological therapy post-breast cancer surgery; diagnosis and treatment of various benign breast diseases; breast reconstruction; and public education and screening for breast cancer. Through long-term medical practice, the department has developed unique personalized treatment protocols, such as the effective use of self-formulated traditional Chinese medicine for treating breast hyperplasia; aesthetic outcomes from small or concealed incisions for benign tumors; rapid recovery and fewer complications after breast cancer surgery; concealed incisions for breast-conserving surgery, with some patients undergoing procedures through the areola; and pioneering clinical biopsies of non-palpable breast lesions using X-ray and ultrasound localization, significantly enhancing the diagnosis and treatment of breast diseases. The department has researched and established clinical pathways for breast disease treatment at Peking Union Medical College Hospital, achieving good results, with the single disease charge for breast cancer surgeries being the lowest in the city for several consecutive years. Currently, the center is equipped with digital mammography machines capable of stereotactic localization and advanced color ultrasound devices for locating and performing surgical biopsies on various non-palpable breast lesions. The Department of Breast Surgery also undertakes several national key research projects, having completed major projects such as the
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among others related to breast cancer genetics. The department possesses strong technical capabilities and maintains a high level in medical care, education, and research, ranking among the top in the country.
The Department of Breast Surgery also places great emphasis on public welfare activities related to breast cancer awareness and education. On October 29, 2009, the 'Peking Union Pink Garden' public welfare organization was established, aimed at helping patients with breast diseases understand their conditions through psychological counseling, boosting their confidence to face their illnesses with a positive and optimistic attitude; simultaneously, it emphasizes the prevention of breast diseases, widely promoting the concept of 'Cherish Your Breasts, Care for Your Health' in society. The 'Peking Union Pink Garden' regularly holds activities that have received unanimous praise from patients, encouraging more patients to join the ranks of volunteers.
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One of the earliest units in China to perform breast-conserving surgery for breast cancer, recognized as a national authority in the diagnosis and treatment of breast diseases. With core experts like Professor Sun Qiang, the department is renowned nationwide for early screening of breast cancer, minimally invasive techniques, sentinel lymph node biopsy for axillary preservation, breast-conserving surgery, and immediate autologous/prosthetic breast reconstruction post-surgery.
Integrating precise tumor eradication, aesthetic reconstruction, and individualized neoadjuvant/adjuvant targeted immunotherapy guided by molecular typing, balancing survival and quality of life.
Breast-conserving surgery (BCS) with intraoperative margin rapid pathological frozen assessment, achieving a nationwide leading success rate
Sentinel lymph node biopsy (SLNB), sparing many early-stage patients from axillary lymph node dissection and upper limb edema
Immediate latissimus dorsi or transverse rectus abdominis myocutaneous (TRAM/DIEP) flap autologous reconstruction or silicone prosthesis implantation post-breast cancer resection
Ultrafine fiber ductoscopy for direct early detection and precise excision of intraductal microtumors
Ultrasound-guided minimally invasive vacuum-assisted excision (Mammotome) for benign breast lesions
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Preeminent leader in Chinese breast oncologic surgery. Pioneer in introducing breast-conserving surgery, sentinel lymph node biopsy, and oncoplastic reconstruction to China.
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Expert in oncoplastic breast-conserving surgery, immediate implant/flap reconstruction, vacuum-assisted biopsy, and precision systemic breast oncology.
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Dr. Zhou Yidong is a Chief Physician and Professor in Breast Surgery, specializing in the diagnosis and treatment of benign and malignant breast diseases.
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Dr. Mao Feng is a Chief Physician and Professor in Breast Surgery, specializing in the diagnosis and treatment of breast diseases, including comprehensive management of breast cancer.
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Dr. Guan Jinghong is an Attending Physician in Breast Surgery, specializing in surgical and comprehensive treatment of benign and malignant breast diseases.
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Dr. Lin Yan is a Chief Physician and Professor specializing in the diagnosis and treatment of benign and malignant breast diseases, with expertise in aesthetic surgery and breast-conserving surgery for breast cancer.
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Dr. Wang Xuejing is an Attending Physician specializing in breast surgery, particularly in the surgical treatment of breast cancer and cosmetic procedures.
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Dr. Zhang Yanna is an Associate Chief Physician and Associate Professor specializing in the surgical treatment of benign and malignant breast tumors, with a focus on breast-conserving techniques.
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Dr. Zhang Xiaohui is an Associate Chief Physician and Associate Professor specializing in minimally invasive surgical techniques for breast tumors and breast-conserving surgery for breast cancer.
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Dr. Zhong Ying is an Associate Chief Physician specializing in early diagnosis and surgical treatment of breast cancer, with experience in sentinel lymph node surgery.
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Dr. Pan Bo is an Associate Chief Physician and Associate Professor in the Department of Breast Surgery, specializing in surgical treatment of breast cancer, including various types of breast-conserving surgeries.
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Dr. Xu Yali is an attending physician and professor of research in breast surgery, specializing in breast cancer education and screening strategies.
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Dr. Peng Li is an Associate Chief Physician and Associate Professor in the Department of Breast Surgery, specializing in the diagnosis and treatment of breast diseases.
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Dr. Huang Xin is an Associate Chief Physician and Associate Professor in the Department of Breast Surgery, specializing in personalized treatment plans for breast cancer.
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Dr. Wang Changjun is an Associate Chief Physician and Associate Professor in Breast Surgery, specializing in the diagnosis and surgical treatment of breast cancer.
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Dr. Li Yan is an associate chief physician and associate professor in breast surgery, focusing on surgical treatment of malignant diseases and comprehensive treatment of breast cancer.
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Dr. Xu Ying is an associate chief physician in breast surgery, specializing in the diagnosis and treatment of breast diseases.
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Dr. Cao Xi is an Attending Physician in the Department of Breast Surgery, focusing on the diagnosis and treatment of benign and malignant breast diseases.
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Dr. Shen Xi is a Resident Physician in the Department of Breast Surgery, specializing in the diagnosis and comprehensive treatment of benign and malignant breast conditions.
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Dr. Wang Xuefei is an Associate Chief Physician in the Department of Breast Surgery, specializing in surgical treatment and genetic counseling for breast diseases.
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Dr. Yao Ru is an attending physician in breast surgery, with a focus on common breast conditions. He has extensive clinical experience and has been involved in various surgical roles at Peking Union Medical College Hospital.
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Dr. Zhou Xingtong is an attending physician in breast surgery, specializing in the treatment of benign breast conditions and malignant tumors.
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Dr. Xu Chi is an attending physician in breast surgery, specializing in the diagnosis and treatment of benign and malignant breast diseases. He holds a medical doctorate from Peking Union Medical College.
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Dr. Wang Zihao is an attending physician in breast surgery, focusing on benign breast conditions and the diagnosis and treatment of malignant diseases. He has published extensively and has received multiple awards for his research.
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Dr. Gao Lu is an attending physician in breast surgery, focusing on benign breast conditions and malignant tumors. He has received numerous awards for his academic achievements and research contributions.
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Dr. Chen Chang is an attending physician in breast surgery, specializing in the comprehensive treatment of breast cancer and lobulated breast tumors. He has published extensively and is involved in several national projects.
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Song Yu is a Resident Physician in the Breast Surgery Department, specializing in the Personalized Comprehensive Management of Benign and Malignant Breast Tumors. She has participated in international conferences and has received recognition for her clinical work.
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