Carolina Breast Care Specialists

Oncologist, Carolina Breast Care Specialists, PA: Sean Canale, MD, FACS

Dr. Sean T. Canale, MD, FACS, is an experienced physician and general surgeon at Carolina Breast Care Specialists, PA, in Raleigh, North Carolina, specializing in oncoplastic breast surgery. Dr. Canale received his medical degree from Louisiana State University School of Medicine in New Orleans. He went on to complete an internship and residency training in general surgery at Ochsner Clinic Foundation in Jefferson, Louisiana. He also finished a residency program in general surgery at the Maine Medical Center in Portland. As the only private breast care specialist in the area, Dr. Canale brings a personalized approach to women and men in his care as opposed to a hospital-based practice. With advanced training in breast issues like cysts and breast cancer, Dr. Canale offers a wide range of services including mastectomy, breast biopsy, and lumpectomy. He also provides same-day and next-day appointments as well as second opinion consultations. Dr.

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  1. Excellent service from beginning to end. The doctor was very efficient, skilled and personable. The staff were very friendly. The whole process was smooth. Thank you!

  2. Great customer service! There was a misunderstanding when I called to make an appointment with reception. The practice manager called just to rectify the issue and staff treated me with such respect. Very impressed!

  3. Dr. CANALE is a very professional and thorough doctor, and for me being a male going to a breast care specialist he made it very easy along with his staff.

  4. Dr. Canale listened to me and let me ask plenty of questions. He also took the time to recognize and notice how I was feeling and gave advice and suggestion that would help ease my mind. Thank you!

  5. This is the best caring doctor that I’ve ever experienced. The staff is also very caring. Every staff member is so friendly and makes you feel so comfortable.

  6. I was charged a late fee for calling on the morning I was sick. I also work with appointments and would never charge anyone for calling me when they are sick,in face I thank them for not coming in the office and spreading it to everyone …

  7. I walked into Carolina Breast Care Specialist’s office scared to death over a lump I found. Everyone was incredibly friendly sincere. I ended up just having a cyst and they took care of it on the spot. I couldn’t believe how fast it was.

  8. I have been a patient with Dr. Canale for 5 years now and have always felt that he and his staff were very professional and courtesy. I highly recommend this practice.

  9. Dr Canale and his team are kind and patient oriented. Dr. Canale continues to grow his practice and provide all necessary radiology in the office at your visit.

  10. My experience was absolutely positive. The staff were pleasant, and welcoming on this my first visit. The doctor and nurse put me at ease with their knowledge and personal concern.

  11. I was concerned about a problem and got into see Dr. C. in 2days.
    As usual, I was comfortable that the exam was thorough and ultra sound and mamo. were done immediately in his office, no running around. …

  12. Dr. Canale is excellent. He is a wonderful doctor whom I trust absolutely to care for me. His staff is very friendly and supportive. I highly recommend Carolina Breast Care Specialists.

  13. I have never met the man ,had an appt and cancelled because of the weather today tropical storm winds and rain. I told them I was petrified to drive and they told me I owe them $50 cancellations fee ! …

  14. Friendly staff, appointment was on time. Although the text from Invision Diagnostics told me to come ten minutes early at 8:30, when the office didn’t open until 9:00 and they were still closed when I got there. They did open up early for my 8:40 appointment though.

  15. Dr. Canale is awesome in everything he does. A great example of a doctor who knows how to treat his patients and make them feel at ease. Thank you for being that one!!

  16. Dr. Canale is the utmost professional. His compassion and knowledge are evidenced in the level of care he delivers. If you need a breast surgeon, I recommend him with all of my heart.

  17. Dr. Canale’s staff is friendly yet professional. He himself is the same as well as very well informed about cutting edge technology in the field of breast examination and breast cancer….I feel I am in good hands with him as my doctor.

  18. They were able to get me in quickly as a new patient and give the answers I needed in a timely manner. Compassionate and friendly staff. They are an excellent team! Would highly recommend to others!!

  19. Very efficient and thorough with appointments and was even able to schedule surgery for the next day! Would highly recommend. His staff is also amazing with questions and forms that needed to be filled out for work. Thanks again Dr. Canale and staff for the excellent care!

  20. I arrived and filled out my paperwork and called back immediately. Didn’t have to wait long before the doctor came in. The entire staff was courteous and professional. They spoke and treated me like family. …

  21. Great doctor, the kindest, that I have ever had. I am from the west coast and I will never forget the doctor who frightened me with un ansnwered questions .
    Dr C has always answered my questions and made me feel comfortable over the …

  22. Was seen within 1 day after referral appointment was requested. Staff very friendly and compassionate. Dr. Canale very professional and discussed possibilities of illness answering any questions we had related to possible diagnosis. Made …

  23. Dr Canale and his staff are extremely rude to those who didn’t learn English as their first language. He’s short with patients and lacks empathy. He told my family member to “come back with a translator,” extremely rudely, despite her …

  24. Dr. Canale is just a wonderful doctor with great bedside manner. He truly cares about his patients and it shows. His staff is also very kind. I trust Dr. Canale and would definitely recommend him.

  25. Dr. Canale and his staff, Linda and Sarah, are outstanding. Dr. Canale listened and asked questions and thoroughly explained what he believed was going on and gave me 3 different options to choose from. I put all my confidence in Dr. Canale and am blessed to have found him for my breast issues.

  26. Dr Canale no thank you. I have never had a doctor with so little compassion or regard for their patients. There are doctors who get into medicine for the right reasons such as caring about & helping people and then there are the Dr. Canales. I will never return nor refer anyone to his practice.

  27. Once I got back in a room the appointment was fine. Unfortunately my visit required a pre-authorization since the last one expired. This was not done in advance. I had to wait in the waiting room for over half an hour while the office staff …

  28. Dr. Canale’s assistant is the sweetest most kind nursr/assistant I have met in a lomg time. While having test work done. She explained everything to me as she was doing it. She was kind, gentle and so informative. Dr. Canale is also …

  29. My wife cancelled an appointment 4 DAYS (96 hours) beforehand. CBCS requires only 48 hours prior notice. Since then, we have been getting phone calls and bills for a $50 charge we do not owe. I have called their office several times, and …

  30. Very pleased with my visit with Dr. Canale. He was referred by a friend and I was so glad I chose working with him. He was personal but professional and took time to give me feedback. I would highly recommend him. His office staff were wonderful as well.

  31. Dr. Canale is an excellent surgeon with the highest degree of integrity and compassion for his patients. He listens intently to any concerns and always makes himself available to his patients. Bravo!

  32. Dr. Canale is an amazing diagnostician and surgeon. I feel blessed to have him as my doctor. His expertise is obvious from the first appointment. In addition, his staff is responsive and professional. I would definitely recommend Carolina Breast Care Specialists.

  33. There is a huge turn over rate in staff. Everytime that I go, there is someone new and can’t seem to get appointments done correctly. Pam (office staff) is extremely rude to patients. Each time that I go there or have a phone conversation, …

  34. I love coming to this office, the front desk Is always friendly and inviting. The nurse is so sweet and I love talking to her. Dr. Canale is the best also, he is very professional and easy to take to. Thanks for all you guys do.

  35. I find everyone very kind and helpful. When you are going through any cancer treatment or surviving it can be very scary if you are facing problems it is comforting to know that Dr. CANALE and his staff care and try to put your mind at ease …

  36. I have been coming to Carolina Breast Care Specialists since 2011. Dr. Sean Canale has always been caring and supportive during my cancer treatment and recovery. I continue to be grateful for the fine level of care that Dr. Canale provides.

  37. DO NOT GO HERE. I was self pay, and they told me I had to pay 150 up front for the office visit, which I did in cash. Now there is no record of this and they are charging me an additional 290 office visit and 165 for an ultrasound they gave …

  38. Friendly and efficient staff. Dr. Canale answered all my questions, was sincere and thoughtful, took the time to show me where the issues were. He reassured me and addressed my concerns. I left the office feeling far more upbeat and …

  39. I have been going to Carolina breast Care Specialists for almost 15 years. I have a strong family history of breast cancer, and rest well knowing that Dr Canale is ensuring we are being proactive and regularly monitoring my health. Dr …

  40. This is such an efficient and caring practice!
    All of the staff are so pleasant and accommodating.
    Dr. Canale is an excellent surgeon with a thorough and excellent manner. He …

  41. I was welcomed and treated with respect and with professionalism and courteous. The nurse was professional and knowledgeable. Dr Canale was great! He was empathetic professional as usual! His caring comes through in all he says and does. I’m so greatful and thankful to have him as my physician.

  42. Dr. Canale is a very capable and confident breast specialist who can follow you from diagnosis, through biopsies, through all imaging procedures on to surgical intervention and oncological referral. His staff is very compassionate and helpful and everyone works well as a team.

  43. Dr. Canale is always on time and professional. I know I am getting good care when I see him. Nicole is the kindest, most sincere care giver. I always feel well cared for!

  44. Dr. Ganale was amazing and did. Fantastic job of explaining everything he was seeing during the visit. The staff are friendly and my wait time was short,
    I was so thankful they were able to get me into the office quickly and I got results that same day.

  45. Dr. Canale is a great doctor, very caring and great at what he does. His bedside manner is amazing too. The staff in his office is kind, patient and helps you every step of the way.

  46. I love this office. They are so compassionate from the time you walk in until time you leave. I would recommend Dr Canale to anyone. He and his staff has taken great care of me each and every time I’ve been.

  47. Although this practice is on the Rex Hospital campus it is a small, private practice. I won’t get mammograms anywhere else now, since Dr. Canale diagnosed my cancer early.

  48. Dr. Canale is great at what he does and I will continue to visit him if his services are needed. But, my usual mammogram is with another organization and this was different but worth the visit. All turned out well and I will return to my usual place for my next annual check up.

  49. Dr. Canale is by far the most professional medical provider I know with the warmest bedside manners and compassion in the profession of healthcare. He is the best breast expert with leading skillsets and knowledge. He listens, provides …

  50. The staff and Dr here are always friendly and helpful. They are prompt, they keep to appointment times closer than any other office I’ve ever been to. And I have always gotten detailed emails from Dr Canale about my results from tests and visits in general. I’m very pleased with the quality of care I receive from this office

  51. Dr. Canale is such a blessing to me! I’ve been seeing him since being diagnosed with TNBC in 2015 & never left his office feeling like I’m not important! He takes his time & addresses all concerns! I also love & respect the fact that he …

  52. My first visit I received excellent care, proper evaluation and diagnostic testing. Dr. Canale’s staff is extremely friendly, compassionate and helpful. They helped me with directions in getting there. I finally found a good doctor who …

  53. When I arrived the I was meet with a friendly greeting. When I met with Dr Canale he did an exam and then met me in his office to discuss treatment plans. He was very informative and answered my questions with no hesitiation. Entire staff was nice an professional.

  54. The entire staff is wonderful! I was put at ease and felt comfortable from the moment I walked in the door. The communication during the procedure was excellent. Definitely a 5 star rating from me.

  55. I received excellent care at Dr. Canale’s office. I was able to fill out my medical information from my home and the precautions they used in office helped me feel comfortable during COVID. I was seen within minutes of arriving and was …

  56. I have been going to Carolina breast care specialists for a long time. I would drive hours to come to this Dr. And his staff! They are all so amazing, very professional. Thanks for all you do!

  57. This was a fantastic visit! I was able to fill out the questionnaire on my phone before the visit, so there was very little wait time in the waiting room (maybe 3 mins). My appointment was 11 am, and I was back in my car at 11:40 am. …

  58. Dr Sean connellus have did a wonderful job with me I have been going through breast cancer almost a year on September 9th he was my surgeon did a good job and see again doing a good job and checking on me

  59. Always such a pleasure. The staff is so well trained and the fact that I can have my mammogram right there on site is fantastic! Dr. Canale is the Best! Always makes me feel comfortable and explains everything. I would highly recommend …

  60. Very pleasant visit! Dr. Canale was great, explained everything in detail and his nurse Nicole was wonderful to talk with, they both made me feel so at ease. Pam in the front office was helpful with scheduling my appointment quickly and very efficient with helping obtain records.

  61. Love this Doctor and his staff. They always make you feel comfortable and love that we now can receive mammograms on site. I have been seeing Doctor Canale for over ten years and been through several surgeries with him. He is the tops…. Thanks to his skills I am still here to enjoy my friends and family to its fullest.

  62. Dr Canale and the entire office staff work diligently to care for the whole person. They know every patient, answer the phone without pressing multiple buttons, and research and take care of insurance problems. Dr Canale is a thorough, perceptive doctor. He listens to patients and always is responsive.

  63. I was in urgent need of care and luckily was able to get a same-day appointment to be seen. I’ve had a great experience at this practice so far. The staff are all very friendly, and Dr. Canale has taken excellent care of me as a patient… …

  64. Dr. Canale & his staff were able to get me in quickly for a diagnostic ultra sound. They calmed my nerves, answered all of my questions & assured me everything was going to be okay. Dr. Canale is kind & knowledgable. Highly recommend his practice.

  65. Today, I recognized a personnel aiming to be on the same page. Everyone I encountered approached me with a uniformed level of professionalism and dedication to providing superb health care and customer service. I’ve been seeing Dr. Canale …

  66. My 9 year old grandson broke his arm and the bone was sticking out of his arm and had to have surgery the next day. My daughter has two children younger than he is. She needed me to be with the kids, plus I wanted to be at the hospital with …

  67. Dr. Canale is great! He truly cares about his patients and is very informative. You know you are in good hands when speak with him and his staff. The journey feel easier with his help.

  68. What a relief to finally find a doctor that actually takes the time to really talk to you. I received excellent care here all the way around. I love the gals out front. They are wonderful! So friendly and helpful. I felt like I’d known them for years! This is my kind of doctor’s office!

  69. Dr Canale has completely lost my trust. In the last few years, he bought his own equipment and patients no longer have the benefit of the more competent radiation centers to have your mammogram done. He requires frequent ultrasounds and …

  70. Dr. Canale was very knowledgeable, professional, and put me at ease as he addressed my health concerns. He listened to me and patiently explained his findings. I feel that he gave me excellent care and advice. Also, his staff was very …

  71. Absolutely the BEST at taking great care of you!!!
    Dr.Canale is thorough, the best diagnosis and procedures breast cancer surgeon I know. I trust him with my life 🌺❤️ …

  72. Dr. Canale and his staff are very professional and caring. I always feel like part of the family during my appointments. Atmosphere is very relaxing and calm. I have been a patient for several years and have always feel like I get the best and top notch attention. Thank you for being the best!

  73. Dr. Canale and his staff are awesome! I had an unexpected procedure today and the nurse was so patient with me as I squeezed her hand throughout the procedure. The front desk staff was so welcoming.

  74. Dr. Canale was my surgeon ten years ago when I began this journey.
    My yearly visit is always the last of what I call my marathon of provider visits and tests. It is always a great ending point. The office staff is kind, …

  75. Dr. Canale served as my breast surgeon during my double mastectomy on 2009. I requested a flat closure, as I did not want reconstructive surgery, and Dr. Canale honored my wishes. (Many surgeons would have tried to convince a patient to do …

  76. I personally did not have a good experience with Dr. Canale and will not be returning. His office is very disorganized. Miscommunications left me confused and frustrated. There were problems with scheduling, rescheduling without letting me …

  77. Dr Canale is very personable and easy to talk to. Always ready to answer your concerns and provides all options to you. He is sensitive to his patients and that is so critical when you’re going through stressful situations. His calm manner makes your experience so much easier. Am so glad I came here. Highly recommend!!

  78. I called the day before to let them know that I had a close exposure to covid and was told that it would be a $50 fee to change my appointment. I went to my appontment wearing a mask.

  79. This was my first visit to Dr. Canale. The entire team made me feel very comfortable. I was really surprised when Dr. Canale explained my ultrasound and every part of what we were seeing. In my experience most doctors don’t take the time to …

  80. I am in very good hands with Dr. Canale! I’ve been under his care for 7 yrs now & he genuinely cares about all of his patients! He is very patient & won’t rush you off as he takes the time to address all issues & I truly appreciate the fact he’s my breast care specialist! Thanks to him & all of his staff!!!

  81. Dr Canale is a wonderful doctor really caring and good bedside matters.office is clean and staff is really friendly and work hard to make sure there is no wait time to see the dr.thxx Dr Canale and staff..

  82. I have always received great care from Doctor Canale and his team. I find Dr Canale clear, concise, patient with my endless questions and he has a comforting manner in his diagnosis and recommendations. I would highly recommend Dr Canale and his team.

  83. I always have a positive experience at Carolina Breast Care. The assistants are pleasant and helpful. Dr.Cannali explains his procedures and answers all my questions. I enjoy coming here.

  84. I had my first visit with Dr. Canale. I was very pleased! Dr. Canale took his time, and listened, inquired, explained and by no means did I feel rushed at all. He waited to see if i had anything more on my mind. Dr. Canale didn’t …

  85. Dr. Canale and his staff are the best! They are very professional and patient oriented. He also has great bedside manner. You feel like a person not just a code or volume for the insurance companies.

  86. Dr. Canale has seem me through 2 bouts of breast cancer over the last 12 years and I could not ask for a better cancer specialist. He’s a great surgeon, cares for his patients and has an all in one operation (mammogram and scan machine and …

  87. Last week was my first visit after a referral for a breast infection. From the front desk personnel to the support staff, all were friendly, kind, and helped me to relax and stay calm. Examination was conducted in a professional manner. …

  88. I was very pleased. Dr. Canalee’s first words were, this is treatable which put my mind at ease. He then discussed all the possibilities and I did not feel he was in a hurry.

  89. Appointment was on time. Friendly staff. Technician was very friendly and did an excellent job with mammogram. Dr. Canale is very professional and friendly. Been going to him for 10 years😁😁 …

  90. I was diagnosed with Stage 3 breast cancer in 2007 and Dr. Canale performed my bilateral mastectomies. I believe that from the start, he was the most critical person on my medical team. Simply put, he was the one who initiated my cure and …

  91. I love the office Staff ! Everyone is so inviting, kind and very respectful of my needs an feelings! They are also very personable ! I also feel like they are very compassionate! I would absolutely recommend Dr. Canale and his staff to everyone! Thank you so much !🙏🏻✝️💖 …

  92. I was referred to Carolina Breast Care after a suspicious mammogram. I was very scared and both the receptionist and nurse was so sweet and explained everything. Dr Canale was very nice, very informative, easy to relate to and very easy . I …

  93. I have to agree with all other positive reviewers. I just had my second visit with Dr. Canale and each time I’ve gone in, the entire team from the front desk to Dr. Canale himself are kind, empathetic and compassionate. I was terrified to …

  94. Dr Canale is very professional and courteous. His staff is very helpful and kind. I have been a patient since 2015 and have always felt welcome and heard. I highly recommend him and his practice.

  95. I saw Dr. Canale as a second opinion after getting my breast cancer diagnosis. He was very thorough with going over my results with me and my family as well as explaining my options for treatments. There were several things that we …

  96. Dr. Canale was the first doctor to take my concerns seriously and put into motion the steps that would potentially save my life. He found that the lump in my breast was stage three breast cancer and immediately got the ball rolling to help …

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