Breast cancer care
Transforming the breast cancer journey with world-class care and innovation
Breast cancer requires lifelong, individualized care from a team of specialists. At Penn Medicine’s comprehensive cancer centers, our nationally recognized experts—including doctors, surgeons, and oncology nurse navigators—collaborate to provide seamless care, designed around you.
We prioritize early diagnosis and personalized treatment plans based on the latest research. You’ll have access to leading-edge surgery and innovative technologies like Proton Therapy. Whether your case is simple or complex, our team works to maximize the effectiveness of your care close to home.
From your first evaluation through active treatment and long-term survivorship support, we guide you through every step. Choosing Penn Medicine means you’ll have a team of breast cancer specialists working together toward one goal–providing expert, patient-centered care.
Rapid access to virtual appointment
Newly diagnosed breast cancer patients can receive an initial consultation appointment with a breast cancer nurse within 24-48 hours, providing faster access to supportive, coordinated care during a critical time. This service is available only at select locations.
Navigate your breast cancer care
Find exactly what you need to manage your breast health, from initial screenings and understanding your breast cancer type to specialized diagnosis and the latest treatment innovations. Our multidisciplinary team ensures you have access to comprehensive resources at every stage of your journey.
Basser Center for BRCA
People with BRCA1 or BRCA2 gene mutations face a higher risk of developing breast cancer. The Basser Center for BRCA is dedicated to the research, treatment, and prevention of BRCA-related cancers.
2-PREVENT Breast Cancer Translational Center of Excellence
The 2-PREVENT Breast Cancer Translational Center of Excellence is focused on monitoring, detecting, and treating minimal residual disease to prevent metastatic breast cancer. The program brings together specialists from diverse fields to find a solution for recurrent breast cancer.
As a leader in research for recurrent breast cancer, our in-depth laboratory and clinical research allow us to address all your breast cancer needs. We also strive to increase access to breast cancer clinical trials at Penn Medicine and to support patients and providers in the community. Our specialized center is located in the Perelman Center for Advanced Medicine in Philadelphia.
Paxman scalp cooling system
If you’re undergoing chemotherapy treatment for breast cancer, ask your care team about the Paxman Scalp Cooling System. This clinically proven device can reduce chemotherapy-induced hair loss for breast, ovarian, fallopian tube, and primary peritoneal cancer patients. Penn Medicine offers the FDA-approved cooling technology to our cancer patients in the Philadelphia area.
RESTORE Center for Advanced Breast Reconstruction
As part of Penn Plastic Surgery, the RESTORE Center for Advanced Breast Reconstruction brings together a team of surgical experts dedicated to advancing the field of breast reconstruction to offer holistic and compassionate care that includes personalized consultations and treatment plans, patient education to help make informed decisions, and the most advanced natural and implant reconstruction options.
As one of the busiest breast reconstruction programs in the nation, performing among the highest number of breast reconstruction procedures, our patients are seen by some of the most experienced plastic surgeons in the region. Our commitment to innovation, research, and individualized care helps our patients achieve the best possible outcomes.
Cancer care at Penn Medicine
Rated “exceptional” by The National Cancer Institute
Penn Medicine’s Abramson Cancer Center is a world leader in cancer research, patient care, and education. Our status as a national leader in cancer care is reflected in our continuous designation as a Comprehensive Cancer Center by the National Cancer Institute (NCI) since 1973, one of 7 such centers in the United States. The ACC is also a member of the National Comprehensive Cancer Network, one of a select few cancer centers in the U.S., that are working to promote equitable access to high-quality, advanced cancer care.
Our doctors
Our providers work with you to plan and deliver exceptional treatment and personalized care.
Locations
Our hospitals, multispecialty medical centers, pharmacies, labs and more offer outstanding, personalized care for patients all across the region.
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Patient puts national spotlight on cancer clinical trials
As Kate Korson recently shared on Good Morning America, both she and her mother participated in clinical trials at Abramson Cancer Center.
Finding triple-negative breast cancer at 33, she chose ‘Team Penn’
Shocked to learn she had stage III breast cancer, Kate Korson knew just where to go. She flew home to Penn Medicine, where a clinical trial saved her life.
Jamil Rivers leads women of color to better breast cancer care
Jamil Rivers is a full-time working mom, living with metastatic breast cancer, and leading an initiative to help other women of color navigate cancer care.
The art of cancer recovery
A breast cancer survivor shares how art and a compassionate care team helped her through the challenges of cancer treatment.
Faith, fate, and families
At the Basser Center for BRCA at Penn, a unique philanthropic investment is making rapid progress toward preventing and treating heritable cancer.
A cancer dietitian, a survivor herself, keeps patients moving
Breast cancer treatments can upend a fitness routine. Cancer dietitian Dorris Piccinin, a survivor herself, is inspiring patients to keep at it.
No place like home
Home health care is evolving from convenience to a crucial edge for the future of medicine.
Trials aim to make cancer relapse a thing of the past
“The thought is always in the back of your head: Is it lurking? Will it come back?” Clinical trials are testing methods to stop cancer from recurring.
A woman's unique path to a lung cancer diagnosis
During pre-operative testing for breast cancer surgery, a patient was also diagnosed with lung cancer.
A breast cancer survivor at 28, she’s now a voice of hope
After her twin tested BRCA2-positive, Brooklyn Olumba got tested, leading to her own cancer diagnosis. Now she’s educating other young women of color.
Patient puts national spotlight on cancer clinical trials
As Kate Korson recently shared on Good Morning America, both she and her mother participated in clinical trials at Abramson Cancer Center.
Finding triple-negative breast cancer at 33, she chose ‘Team Penn’
Shocked to learn she had stage III breast cancer, Kate Korson knew just where to go. She flew home to Penn Medicine, where a clinical trial saved her life.
Jamil Rivers leads women of color to better breast cancer care
Jamil Rivers is a full-time working mom, living with metastatic breast cancer, and leading an initiative to help other women of color navigate cancer care.
The art of cancer recovery
A breast cancer survivor shares how art and a compassionate care team helped her through the challenges of cancer treatment.
Faith, fate, and families
At the Basser Center for BRCA at Penn, a unique philanthropic investment is making rapid progress toward preventing and treating heritable cancer.
A cancer dietitian, a survivor herself, keeps patients moving
Breast cancer treatments can upend a fitness routine. Cancer dietitian Dorris Piccinin, a survivor herself, is inspiring patients to keep at it.
No place like home
Home health care is evolving from convenience to a crucial edge for the future of medicine.
Trials aim to make cancer relapse a thing of the past
“The thought is always in the back of your head: Is it lurking? Will it come back?” Clinical trials are testing methods to stop cancer from recurring.
A woman's unique path to a lung cancer diagnosis
During pre-operative testing for breast cancer surgery, a patient was also diagnosed with lung cancer.
A breast cancer survivor at 28, she’s now a voice of hope
After her twin tested BRCA2-positive, Brooklyn Olumba got tested, leading to her own cancer diagnosis. Now she’s educating other young women of color.