John A.P. Rimmer M.D. is a highly sought after general surgeon in Jupiter, Florida known not only for the wide range of state of the art surgical procedures he is so highly qualified for including his breast health technologies, but for his compassionate communication skills.

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Dr. Rimmer carefully selected his experienced staff, ensuring that everyone on his team has a strong desire to help their patients heal. Dr. Rimmer is not your average general surgeon in Jupiter, Florida, his expectation for excellence highlights every facet of his patient's care, from the moment they learn that they need to have surgery, to discussing their options, to the day they return home following surgery.

Dr. Rimmer is a general surgeon in Jupiter Florida that also specializes in breast health including but not limited to the following:

Breast Biopsy

There are several methods for performing breast biopsy procedures today and choosing the appropriate technique depends on a number of factors which include the appearance, size, characteristics of and location of the abnormality.

Lumpectomy
A lumpectomy is a surgical procedure that removes a presumed malignant lump or tumor as well as a small section of the surrounding tissue from the breast. Next the tissue is tested to establish whether or not it has cancerous cells. It is not uncommon to remove a specified amount of lymph nodes as well to test them for cancerous cells as well.

Mastectomy

Mastectomy is the surgical removal of one or both of the breasts, completely or partially, and is usually carried out to treat breast cancer or to avoid getting breast cancer if there's a family history of it occurring. If you're considering a mastectomy or want to find out more about your options Dr. Rimmer is a general surgeon in Jupiter Florida with years of experience and expertise when it comes to treating or avoiding breast cancer.

Besides their comprehensive breast health services, Dr. Rimmer's practice also provides treatment options for malignant and benign skin lesions, hernias, gallbladders and more, providing exceptional quality medical care and focused on helping their patients meet their health and wellness goals. Call (561) 748-1242 today to find out more about our services and why Dr. Rimmer is known as a general surgeon in Jupiter, Florida that combines compassion, education and expert care to perfection, helping to make his patients feel at ease and in the best possible hands.