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Breast surgery

Specializing in both benign and malignant breast diseases, our Breast Surgery team will meet your needs from evaluation through diagnosis and treatment.

Breast surgical services

  • Preventive and diagnostic care
  • Breast cancer surgery
  • Reconstructive surgery

Our staff is committed to offering superior quality care with compassion and empathy. As part of a highly specialized, multidisciplinary team, we provide personalized, evidence-based care to ensure the best outcomes for all patients. We also work closely with the Breast Care Center to diagnose and treat patients who are high risk or have benign breast issues.

Kayla Barnard, MD

Fellowship-trained breast surgeon Dr. Kayla Barnard is highly skilled and experienced in the management of malignant and benign breast diseases. She has a special interest in oncoplastic surgery, which allows removal of cancer using techniques that often help to preserve the natural shape of the breast. Dr. Barnard also works closely with local plastic surgeons to provide reconstruction options.

Breast conditions

  • Cancer
  • Benign tumors
  • Mastitis with abscess
  • Fibroadenoma
  • Nipple discharge
  • Radial scar
  • Phyllodes tumor
  • Abnormal biopsy
  • High risk lesions

Procedures

  • Excisional biopsy
  • Lumpectomy/partial mastectomy
  • Nipple sparing mastectomy
  • Skin sparing mastectomy
  • Sentinel node biopsy
  • Axillary lymph node dissection
  • Axillary reverse mapping
  • Incision and drainage

Genetic testing

Individuals who have a personal and/or family history of breast cancer may consider genetic testing to better understand their risk for cancer or cancer treatment and medical management.

Learn more about genetic counseling

Breast Care Center

We take care of you whether you need a routine mammogram or more. The earlier breast cancer is detected, the better the outcome. That's why the Breast Care Center at Liberty Hospital provides comprehensive and compassionate breast care close to home.

Learn more about the Breast Care Center

Schedule an appointment at the Breast Surgery clinic at Liberty Hospital: 816.415.7990