Brief Overview
The Holistic Breast Centre at Sir H. N. Reliance Foundation Hospital and Research Centre, Mumbai, is a globally recognised centre of clinical excellence offering state-of-the-art diagnostic, therapeutic, supportive and palliative care services for benign and malignant breast conditions. We are committed to delivering personalised, compassionate, and evidence-based care that redefines standards in breast health and wellness.
Mission Statement
To empower women through compassionate, multidisciplinary, and evidence-driven breast care that restores health, confidence, and quality of life.
About Us
At the Holistic Breast Centre, we offer comprehensive, end-to-end breast care—from screening and diagnosis to advanced treatments, partial and whole breast reconstruction, rehabilitation, onco-nutrition and survivorship. Our integrated, patient-centric care model ensures seamless collaboration among specialists, including surgeons, oncologists, radiologists, pathologists, genetic counsellors, physiotherapists, nutritionists, psychologists, and breast care nurses—all under one roof.
Key Highlights:
- Led by Dr. Ashutosh Kothari, an internationally renowned onco-aesthetic and reconstructive breast surgeon with over 30 years of experience at leading institutions like the Tata Memorial Hospital (Mumbai) and Guy’s & St. Thomas’ NHS Trust (London).
- One of India’s first dedicated units integrating oncoplastic breast conservation, advanced reconstruction techniques, precision oncology, and survivorship programs.
- World-class technology, including 3D digital mammography, contrast enhanced spectral mammography,AI-assisted diagnostics, breast MRI, stereotactic image guided biopsies, and RapidArc™ . Renowned national and international tertiary referral centre for complex breast conditions.
- Leaders in evidence based surgical de-escalation strategies promoting faster recovery and improved quality of life.
- Award-winning patient support programs offering psychosocial counselling, nutritional care, physiotherapy, genetic screening, and tailored wellness plans.
Our Services
Diagnostic Tests and Procedures:
- Digital Diagnostic and Screening Mammography (including mobile units). 3-D AI assisted Diagnostic and Screening Mammography (including mobile units)
- High-resolution Breast Ultrasonography with Biopsy and Marker Insertions for breast and axilla
- MRI for Breast Imaging
- Stereotactic and Ultrasound-guided Wire Localisation for non-palpable lesions
- Core Biopsy, Vacuum Biopsies, FNAC, and Frozen Section Analysis
- Genetic Testing and Counselling for hereditary breast and ovarian cancer
- Whole genome sequencing of tumour tissue
- Limb volume assessment and monitoring
- MRI lymphangiography for assessment of post-operative arm lymphoedema
Treatments and Therapies:
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Surgical Treatments:
- Breast Conservation Surgery using principles of advanced oncoplastic surgery
- Simple and Modified radical mastectomies
- Conservative Mastectomies (Skin-sparing, Nipple-sparing, Skin reducing,. Goldilocks technique)
- Free nipple grafts
- Nipple sharing
- Sentinel Node Biopsy with Dual Tracer Technique
- Targeted axillary dissection
- Axillary clearance preserving vital nerves and blood vessels.
- Advanced Oncoplastic Techniques (Benelli, V- plasty, J-plasty, Round Block, Grissoti, Therapeutic Mammoplasties)
- Whole breast Autologous Reconstruction using the patient’s own tissue (DIEP, PAP, LD flaps)
- Advanced whole breast reconstruction using silicone breast Implants (Prepectoral/Subpectoral/ Dual Plane)
- Nipple Reconstruction and Areola Tattooing
- Lipomodelling and fat grafting
- Breast Augmentations
- Correction of post conservation surgery aesthetic defects of the breast
- Breast Reductions
- Delayed post mastectomy whole breast reconstruction using both patients own tissue or silicone implants
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Radiation Therapy:
- RapidArc™ Technology
- 5-day treatment protocols
- 3-Week Radiation Protocols
- Partial and Whole Breast Irradiation
- Axillary Radiotherapy
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Medical Oncology:
- Chemotherapy
- Targeted Therapies
- Immunotherapy
- Hormonal Therapy and Bone Strengthening agents
- Port Insertions for Chemotherapy Delivery
Patient Education and Support Programs:
- Breast Health Awareness and Screening Camps
- Lifestyle and Risk Reduction Counselling
- Individualized Survivorship Programs including physical rehabilitation, mental health support, and wellness coaching.
Conditions We Treat
Benign Breast Conditions:
- Fibroadenoma: Non-cancerous breast lumps, typically occurring in younger women.
- Breast Cysts: Fluid-filled sacs within the breast tissue.
- Intraductal Papilloma: Small, wart like growths within the breast ducts
- Breast Pain (Mastalgia): Discomfort or tenderness due to hormonal changes or benign conditions.
- Nipple Discharge and Ulceration: Evaluated to rule out infections or malignancy.
- Breast Abscess: Infection leading to collection of pus requiring drainage.
- Galactocele: Milk-filled cysts occurring during or after lactation.
- Granulomatous Mastitis chronic infective abscesses in the breast
- Phyllodes Tumours locally aggressive tumours ranging from non-cancerous to cancerous
- Hamartoma benign breast lump, mimics fibroadenomas on ultrasound and are harmless
- Accessory axillary breast tissue
- Gynaecomastia: Benign enlargement of male breast tissue.
- Aesthetic Surgeries: Breast augmentation and breast lift (mastopexy) surgeries for cosmetic concerns.
Indeterminate Lesions, Breast Cancer and High-risk Conditions:
- Atypical lesions in the breast that may be associated with cancerous or pre-cancerous breast tumours
- Invasive Ductal and Lobular Carcinomas: The most common types of breast cancer requiring multidisciplinary treatment.
- Breast Sacromas aggressive soft tissue cancers in the breast
- Ductal Carcinoma in Situ (DCIS): Early-stage, non-invasive breast cancer.
- Phyllodes Tumours: Rare breast tumours requiring surgical excision.
- Genetic Predisposition (BRCA1/BRCA2, PALB2, CHEK2, ATM): Managed through counselling, screening, and risk-reduction strategies.
- Post-mastectomy and Breast Reconstruction Needs: Comprehensive reconstructive options tailored to patient preference and clinical suitability.
For further information or to book an appointment, please contact us at : 1800 890 1111.
