Breast cancer team

Breast health coordinators

Who can you talk to if...

• You discover a breast lump
• Your physician finds something suspicious on your mammogram
• You are scheduled for a biopsy and are scared
• Breast cancer runs in your family?

For many women, the fear of developing breast cancer is very real. We understand the sensitive and significant nature of breast health. That's why we have breast health coordinators, registered nurses who specialize in breast health. Their role is as advocate, navigator, educator and partner at any stage in your breast care experience.

Whether you are having a routine mammogram or follow-up diagnostic test, once you request your personal breast health coordinator she will work to understand your needs and concerns. She will be there whenever and however you need her, explaining a diagnostic test, calling you with results, offering reassurance or just sitting with you while you wait. Her goal is for you to be as informed and comfortable as possible, every step of the way.

Specialty physicians

St. Luke's comprehensive approach to breast cancer involves a team that works together through every phase of diagnosis and treatment. Leading each team are world class oncologists with advanced training in breast cancer care. While each case is considered on an individual basis, the management of breast cancer typically involves a variety of physician specialists including medical oncologists, radiation oncologists, oncology surgeons, pathologists and plastic surgeons.

Aurora Breast Center within the Women's Center at Aurora BayCare Medical Center provides a full range of services including specialized patient clinics based on degree of health risk.

For doctors specializing in breast health, click here.

Cancer Counseling Center

The Cancer Counseling Center understands that the medical aspect is only part of the cancer, and that having a support system to help patients cope with the emotional aspect is invaluable. The Center offers counseling for patients and their families, assistance with fatigue, pain and other effects from the cancer or treatments, and other therapies such as massage or movement.

Breast cancer support team

Professionals who understand the concerns of breast cancer are an integral part of each care team. They include counselors, social workers, clinical oncology pharmacists, rehabilitation specialists and home care nurses.

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