Hoag hospital in Newport Beach, California, has become the first in the world to be named a Center of Excellence in Oncoplastic Breast Surgery. This recognition was given by the Surgical Review Corporation, which honors top programs in medical care and patient safety. Hoag is known for its leadership in oncoplastic breast surgery, an advanced method that blends cancer surgery with plastic surgery to treat breast cancer.
Oncoplastic breast surgery allows doctors to remove cancer tumors and reshape the breast in one operation. This means many women have better cosmetic results and might avoid needing more surgeries in the future. Hoag has been developing its oncoplastic surgery program for nearly twenty years, making it a key part of its breast cancer care.
Doctors at Hoag, including Dr. Nirav Savalia and Dr. Sadia Khan, say the new Center of Excellence title highlights the hospital’s commitment to patient care and innovation. Dr. Savalia explained that the recognition may also encourage other hospitals to offer more options for women facing breast cancer. Dr. Khan noted that the approach helps women feel more in control during a difficult time and offers both effective cancer treatment and focus on quality of life.
In 2024, Hoag began a special training program for surgeons who want to learn oncoplastic breast surgery, showing its role as a leader in education and advancement in this field. Women who have had oncoplastic surgery at Hoag have reported high satisfaction with their results, including recovery and appearance.
Hoag operates as a nonprofit healthcare system and is considered one of the top hospitals in Orange County. It offers a range of specialized care and has received recognition for quality from major reporting agencies. Leaders at Hoag hope their recent honor will inspire even more progress in breast cancer treatments worldwide.
