At Tennessee Oncology, our breast surgery team provides compassionate, personalized care for patients facing breast cancer and other breast conditions. Working closely with medical oncology, radiation oncology, imaging, and support services, we deliver coordinated treatment plans tailored to each patient’s unique needs – close to home and focused on the best possible outcomes.
Breast Surgery at the Women's Health Center
Conditions We Treat
The breast surgery team at Tennessee Oncology provides evaluation and treatment for a wide range of breast conditions, including:
- Breast cancer
- Benign breast conditions
- Abnormal mammogram findings
- Breast lumps or masses
- High-risk breast conditions
- Ductal carcinoma in situ (DCIS)
- Lobular carcinoma in situ (LCIS)
- Hereditary breast cancer concerns
- Breast pain or nipple changes
- Lymph node evaluation related to breast cancer
Dr. Eduardo Dias and Dr. Laura Lawson at Nashville Breast Center and Dr. Amanda Morehouse at the Mt. Juliet Specialty Clinic work closely with imaging specialists, medical oncologists, and radiation oncologists to ensure coordinated, personalized care for every patient.
Meet Our Providers
Eduardo C. Dias, M.D.
Eduardo C. Dias, M.D. is a breast surgeon with Nashville Breast Center and specializes in breast cancer and breast disease care. He earned his medical degree from the Universidade Federal do Rio Grande do Sul in Brazil and completed advanced breast surgical oncology fellowships in both Brazil and at Vanderbilt University Medical Center. Dr. Dias is dedicated to providing compassionate, personalized care and remains actively involved in physician education and breast cancer research.
Laura Lawson, M.D.
Laura Lawson, M.D. is a board-certified breast surgeon with Nashville Breast Center and has more than two decades of experience in breast cancer care. She specializes in breast surgery and surgical oncology, with advanced training completed at Vanderbilt University School of Medicine and Vanderbilt University Medical Center. Dr. Lawson is known for her leadership in multidisciplinary breast cancer programs and her commitment to coordinated, patient-centered care across the full spectrum of breast health and treatment.
Amanda Morehouse, M.D.
Amanda Morehouse, M.D. is a board-certified breast surgeon at Tennessee Oncology, specializing in the surgical management of breast cancer and benign breast disease. She earned her medical degree at the University of Minnesota and completed her residency at Emory University Medical Center in Atlanta. She is dedicated to providing compassionate, patient-centered care and works closely with multidisciplinary teams to deliver comprehensive breast cancer treatment and support throughout the continuum of care.
Lynn 'Be' Alt, APN, FNP-C
Lynn ‘Be’ Alt, APN, FNP-C is a nurse practitioner specializing in breast surgery at Tennessee Oncology’s Nashville Breast Center. Alt earned her bachelor’s degree and a master’s degree at Auburn University, before going on to complete another master’s degree at Vanderbilt University. She is certified as a family nurse practitioner in Tennessee while also holding certifications as a dietician, nurse and fitness instructor.
Jessica Baker, PA-C
Jessica Baker, PA-C is a board-certified physician assistant specializing in breast surgery with Tennessee Oncology’s Nashville Breast Center. Baker attended Harding University for her bachelor’s degree, before moving on to earn a master’s degree from Lipscomb University in Nashville.
Kristin Buss, PA-C, MPAS
Kristin Buss, PA-C, MPAS is board-certified physician assistant specializing in breast surgery at Tennessee Oncology’s Nashville Breast Center. Buss attended Southern Illinois University at Carbondale for both her undergraduate and graduate degrees. She is a member of the National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants and is certified in Basic Life Support (BLS) and Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support.
Mesha Mathis, PA-C
Mesha Mathis, PA-C is a board-certified physician assistant specializing in breast surgery with Tennessee Oncology’s Nashville Breast Center. She earned her medical degree from the Physician Assistant Medical College of Georgia. A member of the American Academy of Physician Assistants, Mathis is certified by the National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants (NCCPA) in the state of Tennessee.
Amber Reams, AG-ACNP
Amber Reams, AG-ACNP is board-certified nurse practitioner specializing in breast surgery at Tennessee Oncology’s Women’s Health Center. She earned her undergraduate degree from Cumberland University before going on to earn a master’s degree from the University of Alabama in Huntsville. Reams is a member of both the American Society of Breast Surgeons and the American Association of Critical Care Nurses (AACN), while being certified in the state of Tennessee by the AACN.
