Breast cancer care at Ascension Saint Agnes
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Breast radiology
We offer mammogram screening and diagnostic tests, including 3D mammograms, breast ultrasound, breast MRI, and image guided needle biopsy. Learn more
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High-risk breast cancer monitoring program
At Ascension Saint Agnes Breast Center, we offer a comprehensive approach to identifying and monitoring an individual’s risk for developing breast cancer.
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Breast surgery
Breast surgeons specialize in breast-conserving lumpectomy using precise incisions. We also specialize in skin sparing and nipple sparing mastectomy with immediate breast reconstruction.
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Medical oncology
Medical oncologists provide specialized cancer care, including chemotherapy, hormone therapy and targeted immunotherapy to help stop cancer spread and shrink tumors.
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Radiation oncology
Advanced radiation therapy is used to target and destroy cancer cells while avoiding the surrounding healthy tissue. Find a radiation oncologist
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Clinical trials
If you want to learn more about other possible cancer care options, talk to your doctor. You may want to ask whether cancer clinical trials are the right option for you.
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Genetic counseling and testing
If you are high-risk or have a family history of breast cancer, we deliver cancer genetic screening, testing and counseling to help you and your doctor better understand your risk for developing cancer.
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Oncology rehabilitation with lymphedema therapy
Specially trained physical therapists deliver therapy to help manage lymphedema symptoms, such as swelling and pain.
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Scalp cooling program
The Ascension Saint Agnes Hospital Cancer Institute offers a scalp cooling system to help eligible patients minimize hair loss during certain chemotherapies.
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Support programs and resources
Your cancer care team provides support from nurse navigators, social workers and financial counselors, in addition to nutrition education and counseling to breast cancer support groups, yoga and spiritual care. And, at Ascension Saint Agnes sites of care, our healing gardens and chapels are always open to patients and your loved ones. Call 667-234-2918
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What is your cancer center known for?
Your doctor and care team get to know you well, and you’ll receive care for the whole person – from physical health and well-being to mental and emotional health to support for your family and caregivers. At Ascension Saint Agnes Hospital, we provide innovative medication treatments, the latest surgical technologies and techniques, high-tech radiation facilities and support services. Our breast surgeons are part of a national team of cancer specialists sharing the latest in cancer care knowledge and research.
At Ascension Saint Agnes, we provide many advanced treatments, including:
- Breast-conserving surgery
- Breast reconstruction and reshaping
- Hidden Scar™ breast surgery
- Hormone therapy
- Immunotherapy and advanced targeted drug therapy
- Minimally invasive breast biopsy with RFID , fine needle, or wire localization
- Radiation oncology treatments (including brachytherapy, external beam, stereotactic radiosurgery and stereotactic radiation therapy)
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Does breast screening help detect cancer early?
Getting regular breast health screenings and health check-ups may help find breast cancer early, when it’s most treatable. We recommend women get a mammogram each year, starting at age 40, or earlier if you have a family history of breast cancer. When you choose women’s health and breast specialists at Ascension Saint Agnes Hospital Cancer Institute and Breast Center in Baltimore, Maryland for your care, you are connected to all the care you need – from routine screenings to advanced care.
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What tests are used to diagnose breast cancer?
Your care team focuses on identifying if the tumor is non-invasive or invasive and to understand where the tumor began and whether or not it has spread. Diagnostic blood testing, breast imaging (3D mammogram, breast MRI, breast ultrasound) and a biopsy of breast cells help your doctor diagnose your condition and stage even the most rare cancers. And we use advanced genetic and molecular studies to recognize breast cancer subtypes and hormone receptors (HER-2, PR, ER) to create a care plan for your type of cancer.
