Angela Buonagura, MD

BREAST SURGEON ST. TAMMANY HEALTH SYSTEM

When speaking to Dr. Angela Buonagura, it’s easy to see why her patients love her. She makes you feel totally at ease, like you can ask her anything—and isn’t that what we want from any doctor? Dr. Buonagura has been in practice for 20 years, 10 in St. Tammany. As one of the area’s only dedicated breast surgeons, she focuses her practice exclusively on breast cancer surgery as part of the high-risk breast disease clinic at St. Tammany Health System Women’s Pavilion in Covington.

Dr. Buonagura always knew she wanted to be a doctor. From the age of four, she had big dreams of helping others. It is safe to say that she has done a great job fulfilling all of her hopes and dreams. Along with breast-fellowshiptrained radiologists and the region’s most respected reconstructive surgeons specialized in breast care, Dr. Buonagura rounds out the team for the Women’s Pavilion. Women can come here for mammograms, biopsies, imaging and more—everything in one place. It is one of only a handful of centers of excellence in Louisiana, with national accreditation from American College of Surgeons National Accreditation Program for Breast Centers and the American College of Radiology.

Breast cancer can be incredibly emotional and difficult for patients. Dr. Buonagura knows this and is there every step of the way, helping to discern and implement the best plan of action. She says, “It’s all about the personal touch we have for each patient. We never want our patients to feel like they are just a number or statistic.”

Away from work, Dr. Buonagura enjoys spending time with her husband, who is also in the medical field, and her daughter, the light of their life. They enjoy typical Louisiana activities like biking, boating, horseback riding, playing tennis and celebrating Louisiana’s unique culture.

The STHS Women’s Pavilion is located behind Movie Tavern at 301 N. Hwy. 190, Suite C-2, Covington. 985-773-1500, StTammany.Health/BreastCare.