Breast Cancer Program

Our approach to breast cancer care

Throughout diagnosis and treatment, our multidisciplinary team uses the most advanced, least invasive approaches whenever appropriate to preserve breast tissue and support quality of life.

Leading-edge diagnostics for breast cancer

Our radiologists, surgeons, and pathologists specialize in breast cancer. We provide digital mammography, breast MRI, contrast, and minimally invasive biopsies that remove the smallest amount of breast tissue possible. This allows your team to plan the most effective treatment for you.

Expertise in breast cancer surgery

Our surgeons perform a high volume of procedures every year. We offer the most advanced surgical techniques, like nipple-sparing mastectomy, which effectively treats breast cancer while preserving as much of your natural appearance as possible.

In addition to lumpectomy and mastectomy, we also offer reconstruction surgery from renowned specialists. Your surgery is completely customized to provide the most effective treatment and the best aesthetic results.

Advanced medical therapies

Cancer treatment has come a long way. We use genomic analysis of each tumor to help guide personalized treatment plans tailored to your specific type of cancer. Medical treatments can include targeted therapy, hormone therapy, and advanced forms of chemotherapy. We also offer innovative treatment combinations that can provide renewed hope for people with drug-resistant tumors.

Pioneering radiation treatments

Our radiation oncology program was one of the first in the country and has been a leader in the field for more than 40 years. We treat thousands of people each year with advanced therapies like partial breast irradiation, which can reduce radiation treatment time from months to one week. We were one of the first hospital-based proton therapy centers in the country — a new breakthrough form of radiation therapy.

Specialized care for specific breast cancer needs

Some patients benefit from more focused, condition-specific care. We offer specialized services for people with:

• Triple-negative breast cancer
• Breast cancer–related lymphedema
• Breast cancer involving the chest wall

For younger patients, care also includes support for age-specific needs, such as fertility, long-term health, and survivorship.

Innovative cancer clinical trials

Through our ongoing clinical trials, we develop new cancer treatments, as well as new ways to make current treatments more effective. Some of our research is focused on:

• Improving early detection for breast cancer
• Understanding the molecular features of different types of breast cancer
• Identifying how cancers respond to hormone therapy
• Offering new therapies for breast cancer subtypes, including triple-negative breast cancer
• Determining who has a high risk of cancer recurrence and may need more aggressive treatment
• Protecting the heart while receiving radiation for cancer

Developing surgical tools to assess whether cancer has been fully removed during surgery, helping reduce the need for a second operation

Fertility preservation and support

We provide comprehensive fertility counseling and preservation options at the time of diagnosis, helping patients plan for the future while beginning breast cancer treatment.

Comprehensive, supportive care

Healing involves more than medicine. Our supportive care services focus on your comfort, well-being, and quality of life during treatment and long after. From acupuncture and lymphedema care to specialized wellness programs, we offer a range of therapies to help manage side effects, support recovery, and promote long-term health. Our team continues to support you beyond treatment, helping you navigate life after cancer.