Breast Cancer Program

At Temple, we’re helping breast cancer patients fight back to beat cancer. Our Breast Cancer Program offers advanced, comprehensive treatment from a team of breast cancer specialists dedicated to you and your needs, every step of the way.

Breast cancer is the most common type of cancer (other than nonmelanoma skin cancer) to be newly diagnosed among women. It is estimated that 1 in 8 women and some men will develop breast cancer. The good news is there are more than 3 million breast cancer survivors in the United States.

At Temple, we use the latest technology and advanced treatments to diagnose cancer at its earliest stage. After diagnosis, our team of specialists will work together to individualize your treatment to offer the best chance of beating the cancer and minimizing the risk of recurrence.

We treat all types of breast cancers, the most common of which include:

• Ductal carcinoma in situ

• High-risk conditions (BRCA 1 or 2, family history, dense breasts)

• Inflammatory breast cancer

• Invasive ductal carcinoma

• Invasive lobular carcinoma

• Lobular carcinoma in situ

No one’s ever prepared for a breast cancer diagnosis. We understand that it affects people who love and depend on you, too. Your needs are our focus, whatever stage of life you’re in.

That’s why you can count on treatment that’s individualized, with access to state-of-the-art imaging, minimally invasive surgeries, innovative nonsurgical treatments and access to cutting-edge clinical trials. You have personalized, comprehensive care, close to home.

Treatment options include:

• Chemotherapy

• Immunotherapy

• Radiation therapy

• Surgery, including lumpectomy, mastectomy and breast reconstruction

• Hormone therapy

• Targeted therapy

Compassionate Care from Trusted Specialists

When you choose Temple’s Breast Cancer Program, you're choosing the expertise and resources of two of the Delaware Valley’s most respected healthcare providers, Temple Health and Fox Chase Cancer Center. Fox Chase Cancer Center is one of only 51 U.S. hospitals designated as a Comprehensive Cancer Center by the National Cancer Institute and Temple University Hospital is one of the region's top academic medical centers.

Our breast cancer team includes some of the region's top breast cancer specialists focused on different areas of detection, treatment and support. They work together, developing a personalized treatment plan based on your cancer and your needs.

At Temple's Breast Cancer Program, every aspect of your care is a team effort. From detection through life after cancer, your team of breast cancer specialists is at your side.

Find a doctor near you, request an appointment, or call 800-TEMPLE-MED (800-836-7536).