About the BreastCare Center
Comprehensive Evaluation and Treatment of Breast Concerns
The BreastCare Center at Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center (BIDMC) offers a complete range of diagnostic evaluations, including mammography, ultrasound, breast MRI and minimally invasive biopsy techniques as well as consultation, assessment and management of breast concerns, including:
- Breast lumps and thickenings
- Abnormal mammograms
- Breast pain
- Nipple discharge
- Breast cancer
- Assessment of breast cancer genetics
Individuals with a family history of breast and/or ovarian cancer can be seen in our genetic risk evaluation program. A detailed family history and visit with our team of cancer risk specialists including a genetic counselor can help individuals learn about the risks and benefits of genetic testing. Individuals can also learn about risk reduction management options, and clinical studies currently underway at BIDMC.
Coordinated and Compassionate Cancer Care
BIDMC offers patients access to the most clinically innovative, comprehensive care for breast cancer available anywhere. Once
diagnosed with breast cancer, our patients have their care coordinated among a multidisciplinary staff of clinically accomplished specialists focused exclusively on breast cancer, including:
- Dedicated world class breast pathologists specializing in the accurate diagnosis of breast cancer and other breast diseases
- Radiologists dedicated to breast imaging
- Dedicated breast surgeons with special training in breast surgery, and plastic surgeons specializing in innovative reconstruction techniques such as muscle-sparing reconstructive procedures
- Radiation oncologists with research and clinical expertise in the most advanced breast radiation therapy techniques
- Medical oncologists who, as members of Dana-Farber/Harvard Cancer Center, offer individuals the most advanced therapies for the treatment of breast cancer as well as participation in a wide range of national clinical trials and research studies
- Oncology nurses and social workers exclusively dedicated to the care and support of individuals with breast cancer
- Nurse practitioners specializing in women’s health and breast care concerns
- Rehabilitation Therapists specializing in maintain range of motion and strength building after breast surgery
- Nutrition and stress management programs to improve overall health after cancer care
- Genetic counselors and medical oncologists specializing in cancer genetics and risk assessment
The BreastCare Center is uniquely focused on managing the physical, emotional and spiritual needs of breast cancer patients. In addition to providing day-to-day and longer term care and support, we offer access to BIDMC’s extensive network of cancer support resources, including Windows of Hope, a specialty shop offering products and services specifically for cancer patients; Patient-to-Patient, Heart-to-Heart, a cancer peer support program; and support groups dedicated to women diagnosed with breast cancer.
