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Amy Eastman, M.D., FACS

Amy Eastman, M.D., FACS Photo

Provider Type: Physician

Specialties:
Board Certifications:
  • General Surgery

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Education

  • Fellowship in Breast Surgical Oncology
    The University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center, Dallas, TX
  • Residency in General Surgery
    The University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center, Dallas, TX
  • Medical Doctorate
    Louisiana State University, New Orleans, LA

Accolades & Memberships

  • American College of Surgeons, Fellow
  • American Society of Breast Surgeons
  • Texas Medical Association
  • Dallas County Medical Society
  • Parkland Surgical Society

Surgery Locations

  • Baylor Scott & White - Lake Pointe
  • Rockwall Surgery Center
  • Texas Health Presbyterian Hospital Rockwall

Why a patient should choose treatment at your practice?

Patients who choose to be treated at Texas Oncology Rockwall/Mesquite have access to comprehensive breast cancer care as the Surgeon, Medical Oncologist, and Radiation Oncologist are all within the same office.

What is your personal philosophy around patient care?

Knowledge is power. As a physician, it is my job to effectively communicate with patients so that they understand their disease process and their treatment options. With that knowledge, they can hopefully make a decision regarding their care that they are comfortable with.

Office & Outpatient

  • Abscess Drainage
  • Breast Sonography and Ultrasound
  • Cyst Aspiration
  • Mediport Removal
  • Needle Biopsy of Breast Lesions - US Guided
  • Partial Breast Radiation Catheter Insertion (SAVI, Contura, Mammosite)
  • Skin Biopsies

Surgical Procedures

  • Axillary Lymph Node Dissection
  • Excisional Breast Biopsy
  • Hidden Scar Lumpectomy & Mastectomy
  • Hidden Scar Surgery
  • Lumpectomy - Partial Mastectomy - Quadrantectomy
  • Mastectomy
  • Mediport Placement
  • Nipple Duct Excision
  • Nipple Sparing Mastectomy
  • Sentinel Lymph Node Biopsy
  • Wire Localization Excisional Biopsy

Why did you become a doctor?

I became a breast surgeon because I have an interest in women’s health, and because it was important for me to be in a surgical field that allowed me to have a long-term relationship with my patients.

Other Information

When not caring for patients, Dr. Eastman enjoys traveling, reading, good food, and relaxing with family and friends.