THE MENTORSHIP EXPERIENCE

BRING EXPERTISE TO YOUR OPERATING ROOM.

The Mentorship Program is designed for surgeons who want personalized guidance while caring for their own patients in their own clinical environment.

Our faculty works alongside you in the operating room, providing real-time feedback, technical instruction, and surgical decision-making support throughout every stage of care.

This is mentorship where it matters most—during real cases, with real patients.

THE MENTORSHIP EXPERIENCE

BRING EXPERTISE TO YOUR OPERATING ROOM.

The Mentorship Program is designed for surgeons who want personalized guidance while caring for their own patients in their own clinical environment.

Our faculty works alongside you in the operating room, providing real-time feedback, technical instruction, and surgical decision-making support throughout every stage of care.

This is mentorship where it matters most—during real cases, with real patients.

WHY THIS PROGRAM

PERSONALIZED GUIDANCE. IMMEDIATE IMPACT.

Unlike traditional educational programs, mentorship takes place within your own practice.

Work directly with experienced breast surgeons who provide individualized coaching, helping you refine techniques, improve confidence, and expand your surgical capabilities.

IN YOUR OWN HOSPITAL

Invite our faculty to your institution and receive direct mentorship in your operating room.

SIDE-BY-SIDE SURGICAL GUIDANCE

Perform procedures under expert supervision with real-time feedback and discussion.

CASE PLANNING & DECISION MAKING

Review patient selection, operative planning, surgical strategy, and postoperative management.

MULTIDISCIPLINARY COLLABORATION

Participate in discussions focused on breast cancer treatment planning and comprehensive patient care.

Surgical Exposure

TRAIN THROUGH REAL-WORLD EXPERIENCE.

Participants may gain exposure to:

Who Should Attend

DESIGNED FOR SURGEONS COMMITTED TO GROWTH.

Ideal for:

PROGRAM BENEFITS

MORE THAN OBSERVATION.

This program provides:

Direct mentorship during live surgical cases

Personalized instruction based on your goals

Exposure to advanced surgical techniques

Ongoing feedback and performance evaluation

Meaningful professional relationships with experienced faculty

Practical skills you can implement immediately

Breast Surgery Mentorship

Key Features

  • Mentored in Your Own Hospital: The attendee invites our expert team to their hospital, where we participate side by side in the operating room, guiding every surgical step. The attendee will be responsible for managing the full treatment of the patient under our direct mentorship.

  • Duration: Typically 1–2 days, with flexible scheduling; hybrid mentorship options may be available

  • Mentorship Structure: Personalized pairing with experienced breast surgeons from high-volume academic or private institutions

  • Hands-On Experience Includes:

    • Operating room observation and/or supervised assistance

    • Exposure to procedures such as breast-conserving surgery, skin- and nipple-sparing mastectomy, sentinel lymph node biopsy, and oncoplastic techniques

    • Participation in multidisciplinary tumor boards and collaborative care planning

    • Integration into outpatient clinical settings and diagnostic workflows

    • Professional development in communication, documentation, and familiarity with U.S. healthcare standards

Ideal Candidates

  • Board-certified or board-eligible general surgeons and surgical oncologists

  • Fellows in breast surgery or surgical oncology

  • Practicing surgeons transitioning into breast-focused care

  • International Medical Graduates (IMGs) seeking clinical exposure in the U.S. (subject to visa and licensing eligibility)

Program Benefits

  • Direct mentorship in real-world surgical settings

  • Exposure to diverse patient populations and a variety of procedures

  • Tailored learning experiences aligned with professional goals

  • Continuous feedback and guided case discussions

  • Opportunities to build lasting connections with expert breast cancer teams in the Southeastern U.S.

Certification
At the conclusion of the program, mentees will receive a Certificate of Mentorship in Breast Surgery and a detailed evaluation from their supervising mentor(s).

Course Founders & Lead Faculty

Meet Gustavo Zucca, MD, PhD, and Jean-Claude Schwartz, MD, PhD, internationally recognized breast surgeons and educators with extensive experience in oncoplastic and reconstructive breast surgery. Through the Ultimate Oncoplastic Breast Course, they share their expertise, surgical techniques, and patient-centered approach to breast reconstruction, combining oncologic safety, innovation, and aesthetic excellence.

Gustavo Zucca, MD, PhD

Onconcoplastic and reconstructive breast surgeon

Jean-Claude Schwartz, MD, PhD

Onconcoplastic and reconstructive breast surgeon

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TAKE YOUR PRACTICE TO THE NEXT LEVEL.

Gain practical experience. Refine your surgical judgment. Expand your oncoplastic skill set.