Dr. Uma Krishnaswamy

About Doctor

Dr. Uma Krishnaswamy stands as a distinguished Breast and Oncoplastic Surgeon in Chennai, bringing over four decades of medical expertise to her specialized field. As the first Breast and Oncoplastic Surgeon in Chennai dedicated exclusively to Breast Cancer and Benign Breast Disease Surgery, she offers patient-centered treatment plans tailored to individual functional needs. Dr. Krishnaswamy's Preoperative Services encompass outpatient evaluation of Breast Cancer and Benign Breast Diseases, personalized assessments of Breast Cancer patients, diagnosis, and management. Additionally, she provides screening services, including Breast Cancer risk assessment and genetic screening, along with the evaluation of Benign breast diseases such as benign lumps, breast pain, nipple discharges, nipple retraction, and teaching Breast Self-Examination. In the realm of Operative Services, Dr. Krishnaswamy covers the full spectrum of complex Breast Cancer Surgery, including Breast Conservation, Oncoplastic Breast Surgery Level 1 and 2, Mastectomies with immediate or delayed Reconstruction, Sentinel lymph node biopsy, Axillary node dissection by open or minimal access technique with Ultrasonic dissection, and Robotic enhancement as indicated for individual patients. Notably, she pioneered axillary surgery for Breast Cancer using Robotic Assisted Minimal Access Technique in May 2012, marking a significant milestone in the medical field. Dr. Krishnaswamy's surgical expertise extends to treating all Benign breast diseases with a focus on Cosmesis and Day care surgery. She emphasizes the prevention of lymphoedema from axillary surgery through intraoperative techniques. Ensuring comprehensive care, 100% of her Breast Cancer patients are discussed in Multidisciplinary Team Meetings before and after Surgery for Adjuvant Treatment. Compliant with international guidelines for Breast Cancer Management, Dr. Krishnaswamy provides exceptional services such as Chemotherapy, Radiation therapy, Endocrine and Biological treatment, clinical follow-up services, and support services, including prosthetics, lymphoedema care, patient and family support group meetings, and individual/group counseling sessions. Dr. Uma Krishnaswamy's extensive training in both the UK and India, coupled with her academic prowess, distinguishes her as an exemplary doctor and member of esteemed medical organizations globally. Her commitment to raising the standard of care and expressing genuine concern for her patients underscores her excellence in the field of Breast and Oncoplastic Surgery. 

If you're in need of a  Breast and Oncoplastic Surgeon in your area, Dr. Uma Krishnaswamy could be an excellent choice for personalized and top-notch medical attention.