Yes, a general surgeon can perform breast surgery. However, for specialized care, a gynecologist (surgeon), breast surgeon or plastic surgeon may be a better choice for breast surgery.

A general surgeon provide operative treatment for diseases affecting all major organ systems like the digestive system, cardiovascular system, gastrointestinal system, reproductive system, urinary system and musculoskeletal system.

A surgeon is a term that could refer to a general surgeon or a specialist such as a neurosurgeon, orthopedic surgeon and cardiac surgeon.