A very professional approach by Prof. Ilić. The procedure plan was clear and the recovery uneventful. Also big praise to the staff for the organization.
Specialist in Surgery
Subspecialist in Thoracic Surgery
Prof. prim. dr. sc. Nenad Ilić is a specialist in surgery and a subspecialist in thoracic surgery in Split, with a special focus on breast diseases. In his everyday work he combines many years of surgical experience with precise breast ultrasound diagnostics – which enables faster decision-making and a clearer treatment plan.
He is particularly recognised for his professional and calm approach: he explains the findings to patients in an understandable way, without rushing, and proposes the next step (monitoring, additional work-up or a procedure) in line with medical guidelines and individual risk.
His goal is for every patient to leave with a clear answer: what the finding means, what the next step is and what a realistic plan of treatment and recovery is.
With 44 years of professional experience, Prof. Ilić covers complete care for patients with breast complaints - from the first examination, through risk assessment and a work-up plan, to surgical treatment and follow-up after the procedure.
Head, Department of Thoracic Surgery, University School of Medicine in Split, former director of KBC Split, Croatia. He actively participates in the education of health students at the University Department of Health Studies.
Scientific field: minimally invasive thoracic surgery, sentinel node in oncological surgery, oncoplastic breast surgery.
Principal investigator on 3 sci. projects, mentor to 20 MDs, published 54 (20 in CC) articles and 59 other papers.
Active member of ESTS, EACTS, STS, IASLC, ESSO, ISMICS. Member of AMZH since 2016.
The doctor successfully plans and performs breast procedures with an emphasis on safety, precision and a functional-aesthetic outcome where possible. With every procedure he provides a clear plan for recovery and follow-up.
The doctor performs the breast ultrasound examination carefully and thoroughly, especially in the case of lumps, pain or other observed changes. During the examination he clearly interprets the findings for the patient, with a recommendation for further steps.
Dr Ilić provides subspecialist consultations and surgical management of thoracic conditions as indicated. He guides patients while coordinating the preoperative work-up and planning a safe procedure.
