Presbyterian Healthcare 
Breast Cancer
| One in eight women will suffer from breast cancer in her lifetime. |
If detected early, the five-year survival rate for breast cancer exceeds 95%. The National Cancer Institute and U.S. Department of Health and Human Services recommend that women in their forties and older have mammograms every one to two years. A complete early detection plan also includes regular clinical breast examinations by a trained medical professional. Monthly breast self-exams are suggested in addition.
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Do you have specific questions about breast cancer? Visit our Health Library for answers. |
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Presbyterian Cancer Center provides comprehensive breast services including the most advanced diagnostic imaging, the latest treatment options and a cancer wellness & rehabilitation program.
Breast health is a concern to all women, young and old. Awareness and prevention are the most important ways you can stay healthy.
Learn more about self breast exams, clinical exams and screening mammograms.
Breast Health Navigators
Our breast navigators are specialized in all areas of breast health and breast cancer. They will partner with you and your family to assist you with you breast problem every step of the way.
Our diagnostic services are for women with breast problems such as a lump, nipple discharge, prior history of breast cancer or follow-up from an abnormal screening mammogram. We also have acces to the latest diagnostics such as breast MRI.
Are you newly diagnosed or do you want a second opinion? At our Breast Cancer Clinic your case will be reviewed by our team of specialists who will recommend the best treatment plan for you.
Through continuing research into new treatment methods, women now have more treatment options and hope for survival than ever before. We provide the most common treatment options or new treatments such as MammoSite.
Presbyterian Cancer Center participates in national clinical trials offering patients access to leading-edge treatments for breast cancer before they are widely available.
Whether you are newly diagnosed or far along in the treatment process, cancer wellness and rehabilitation is an important part of the road to recovery. And our Lymphedema Clinic offers specialized services to reduce swelling afer cancer treatment.
Psychosocial support services such as support groups, a cancer library and a "lending boutique" are offered in the home-like setting of the Presbyterian Buddy Kemp Caring House -- regardless of where patients receive their cancer treatment. Other support services include pastoral care, nutrition counseling, pain management and home care services.
