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Breast Cancer Surgery eBook

What you need to know about breast cancer surgery

While not every woman with breast cancer chooses to have surgery, it is the most frequent form of treatment and includes options that go well beyond a mastectomy. In fact, many procedures today are less invasive.

If you or a loved one is considering surgery, our free Breast Cancer Surgery eBook is a comprehensive guide to understanding the available options and procedures for breast surgery.

Get the Free eBook

This free eBook features:

  • Details on surgical options from lumpectomy to skin-sparing mastectomy and more, plus helpful terms to know
  • Q&A with Lillie Shockney, a two-time breast cancer survivor who has worked tirelessly to improve care for patients around the world
  • The latest information on breast reconstruction and other cosmetic options
  • Support for healing from surgery and going home

Here’s a sneak peek of what’s inside the free Breast Cancer Surgery eBook:


What our community is saying:

“This eBook was very helpful. I’m 2 weeks out of surgery and healing. Great resource. Would recommend to others.” – Kim

“I found the eBook very enlightening! Well organized, and written with a measure of compassion. I fully intend to recommend it to my breast care team.” – Carol

“Your website and this eBook have been extremely helpful. My mother received her diagnosis 4 weeks ago. Her approach is more head in the sand, but I have a NEED TO KNOW approach to everything. Browsing the website and the eBook made me knowledgeable enough to understand what was said at her first oncology appointment and allowed me to ask intelligent questions. I’m also able to share information with her as she is ready to accept it. I am grateful.” – Sheilia


Where can we send your free eBook?


As a reminder, all medical and surgical procedures should be discussed with a medical professional.

Related reading:

  • Breast Cancer Glossary
  • 5 Ingredient Healthy Meals Cookbook
  • 3 Steps to Early Detection Guide
  • Healthy Living & Personal Risk Guide
  • Male Breast Cancer: What Men Need to Know eBook
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