MON-FRI 8:30AM - 5:00PM
602-439-1111
REQUEST APPOINTMENT

What is a Sentinel Lymph Node Biopsy?

A sentinel lymph node is the first node or nodes in the armpit that receive the lymphatic drainage from the breast. If cancer exists in the breast, it might escape to the armpit lymph nodes via these breast lymphatics. Therefore, whenever women have an operation for invasive breast cancer, surgeons routinely check the armpit to see if cancer has spread to the lymph nodes. This is called a sentinel lymph node biopsy.

What Our Patients Say



  • There are really no words I could say to express my gratitude to Dr. Borjeson. This doctor literally saved my life the very first day I met her by doing a biopsy right in her office. If it wasn't for her quick thinking I wouldn't be here today.

    Linda W.

  • Dr. Caren Borjeson is a true professional. She treats her staff like her own family. Together they make a great team. [Her staff is] extremely knowledgeable about wound treatment after surgery and treat you well.

    Payam R.

  • I had my surgery 4 weeks ago and everything has been great. She identified the problem educated me and had surgery 2 weeks later. It all went great. It's been over a year and I've been back in the gym with zero complications. Highly recommended.

    Michael K.

  • I've seen Dr. Borjeson starting nearly 10 years ago for routine colonoscopies. During these procedures, Dr. Borjeson identified atypical tissue twice and removed it, saving me from what otherwise would have been colon cancer.

    Dewey D.

  • I have seen Dr. Borjeson for all general surgeries and procedures for more than 23 years and I have all the respect in the world for her. She always takes her time with me and her bedside manner is amazing. I would highly recommend her to anyone.

    Gail H.

  • By far the BEST general surgeon in Phoenix!!!!

    Karyn B.

  • Knowledgeable, professional, great listener, and informative.

    Lynne K.

Read Full Testimonials