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Are you facing a breast cancer diagnosis? If surgery is in your oncology treatment plan, trust Michelle Bryan, MD, PhD, to be there for you with expert and specialized surgery options. Practicing at Avera Medical Group Comprehensive Breast Care in Sioux Falls, SD, Dr. Bryan works hand-in-hand with your oncology team to ensure the best protocol steps for your individual diagnosis, cancer stage and tumor location.

Expert Surgery Treatments for Breast Cancer

Fellowship-trained, Dr. Bryan works together with world-class breast cancer experts at Avera Medical Group Oncology & Hematology in Sioux Falls, part of the Avera Cancer Institute. With her extensive experience, you can count on Dr. Bryan to recommend the most appropriate, effective breast cancer surgery options for you, while considering the best possible cosmetic results.

Her specialized training in surgical procedures includes:

  • Electron-based intraoperative radiation therapy (IORT) – Includes radiation during surgery which may eliminate the need for additional radiation or shorten the course of radiation
  • Oncoplasty – Combines techniques for removing cancer along with plastic surgery methods to improve the appearance of breasts
  • Lumpectomy – Conserves the breasts while providing the same recurrence prevention as mastectomy
  • Nipple-sparing mastectomy – Preserves the nipple and skin of the breast for future reconstruction
  • Hidden Scar™ – Removes the tumor and a slight amount of surrounding tissue through a small incision

Comprehensive Care for Breast Cancer

Benefit from multidisciplinary approach at Avera, in which a team of breast cancer experts meet weekly to discuss the best treatment options for your specific type of breast cancer. Dr. Bryan also recognizes the benefits of treating the side effects of cancer surgery through integrative medicine, so that you can experience a better quality of life.

“Find joy and gratitude in every moment, as this affects your overall health and life,” she adds as advice to patients facing cancer treatments. She is currently involved in quality performance measures research surrounding the delivery and efficiency of breast cancer surgery, and she participates in ongoing clinical trials at Avera.

Active Lifestyle

In her free time, Dr. Bryan enjoys being outdoors with her husband and son, planting and canning garden produce, raising animals and fostering a strong spiritual environment for her family.

Experience

Education

Wake Forest University School of Medicine, Winston-Salem, NC, Medical School

Residency

Wake Forest Baptist Health, Winston-Salem, NC, General Surgery

Fellowship

Wake Forest Baptist Health, Winston-Salem, NC, Surgical Education

Cleveland Clinic at Akron General, Akron, OH, Breast Surgery Oncology

Professional Memberships

  • American College of Surgeons
  • American Society of Breast Surgeons

Honors, Awards, etc.

  • PhD - Department of Infectious Diseases and Microbiology, Graduate School of Public Health
  • Academic Entrepreneurship - Joseph M. Katz Graduate School of Business

Certifications

Eligible - American Board of Surgery

Reviews

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October 21, 2025
Excellent always Excellent
October 18, 2025
Dr Bryan was very helpful and put me at ease when explaining things.
October 16, 2025
Dr Bryan was amazing. So kind and was open to questions, not in a rush at all.
October 16, 2025
The staff in the doctors there are wonderful answers questions takes more time than you even think they should take to help you in anyway they can.
October 09, 2025
Everything was very good
September 30, 2025
Excellent care from Dr Bryan!
September 21, 2025
I really like Dr Bryan. She cares about the overall wellbeing of her patients.
September 13, 2025
Very caring and compassionate
September 12, 2025
Dr Bryan is a special person. Her caring is outstanding and her comfort was wonderful we loved her
August 27, 2025
Most caring and professional care team!!
August 02, 2025
Dr. Bryan is the BEST! I love how she cares so much for her patients!
July 28, 2025
My office visit was all very positive.
July 27, 2025
This was my last follow up appointment with Dr Bryan. I was given a party in the waiting room by the Dr and staff. It was very exciting!
July 14, 2025
Love Dr Bryan! She is so compassionate and caring!
July 06, 2025
Dr Bryan went above and beyond explaining treating and listening to my concerns!
June 29, 2025
Wonderful doctor
June 19, 2025
Dr. Bryan and her team were very thorough, clear, and gave ample time to ask questions.
June 15, 2025
Such a wonderful doctor I can't be more pleased with the care I have gotten
June 05, 2025
Top notch!
May 29, 2025
Dr Bryan is simply amazing!! She has a way of making you feel at ease. She explains everything so you fully understand what is happening. Anyone who has her as a doctor is BLESSED!!
May 22, 2025
Dr Brian was very helpful and considerate of my feelings. I am so pleased that she will be my surgeon. I feel confident that she really cares for the patient
May 16, 2025
Dr Bryan does a wonderful job making me feel heard, seen, understood, and answering any questions. She is thoughtful in her answers and presents information in a nonjudgmental way.
May 15, 2025
Dr. Bryant is always a 5
May 12, 2025
Dr. Bryan is the reason I continue my treatments at Avera. She is excellent at what she's doing and provides me superb care.
May 10, 2025
DR. BRYAN IS THE BEST
May 01, 2025
Explained everything
April 28, 2025
I have brought 3 other women to Dr Bryan. She is amazing. So down to earth and considerate
April 27, 2025
The doctor took her time to explain things. She stopped & asked for any questions several times. I never felt rushed. Excellent Dr.
April 25, 2025
I'd highly recommend Dr Bryan. Shed knowledgeable, kind, and compassionate. I very much enjoy my visits with her.
April 24, 2025
Dr Bryan is very easy to talk to and makes things easy to understand. I think she is very competent and I trust her.
April 20, 2025
I would highly recommend Avera Breast Center to any and all !
April 19, 2025
Dr was very clear about talking n explaining things to me. She answered my questions. I have already referred some to go see her
April 12, 2025
I really like Dr. Bryan
April 03, 2025
The choices were explained with detail, but very understandable
April 03, 2025
Dr. Bryan is the best! She really cares and explains things so well.
March 29, 2025
Wonderful doctor
March 06, 2025
Everyone was wonderful. The doctor was exceptional. She went above and beyond to make sure I understood everything. Very caring. In a scale of 1- 10 I give her a 50. Avera is Great!!!!!
March 06, 2025
Dr. Bryan is so amazing at explaining, listening, and caring!
February 28, 2025
Very straight forward with explanations. Kind
February 16, 2025
She is the BEST, KINDEST AND CARING PERSON that I have had the privilege to meet
February 15, 2025
When I left Dr. Michelle Bryan's examining room I felt that I had been carefully listened to and examined during my visit. Her description of my health problems was excellent, I understand what must be done, and I am beginning to have trust in the decisions that are being made.
February 13, 2025
Dr. Bryan was awesome very down to earth talked on my husband and I levelSo we could understand
February 11, 2025
Dr. Bryan is the best! My time with her was all about me and my health.
February 06, 2025
Excellent
February 02, 2025
Dr. Bryan is a very caring, kind, intelligent provider. She takes the time to listen to my concerns, educate me so I can make an informed decision, and truly cares about her patients. Avera is lucky to have her.
February 02, 2025
Dr Bryan is excellent at explaining terminology and plans in a level that I could understand. Could tell she is a compassionate person. She's brilliant in all aspects.
January 28, 2025
Under the circumstances, I felt that I made an excellent choice going to Avera Cancer Center in Sioux Falls! I would highly recommend ACC to anyone dealing with cancer!
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