Breast Cancer

Access to patient care is available at multiple Glenn Family Breast Center, Winship Cancer Institute locations including:

• The Emory Clinic (Clifton campus)
• Emory University Hospital
• Emory University Hospital Midtown
• Emory Saint Joseph's Hospital
• Emory Johns Creek Hospital
• Emory Decatur Hospital
• The Emory Clinic at Buford

Our patients benefit from the most up to date treatment options and take an active part in their treatment plan with access to the entire treatment team. Benefits of our team approach include:

• 3-D mammography services at all Emory breast imaging locations.
• Breast tissue tumor bank and extensive scientific research.
• Weekly review of patient cases by the full team of experts to discuss treatment plans and assess clinical trial eligibility.
• Coordinated scheduling for appointments among various specialties.
• Access to our high risk assessment clinic, and genetic counseling and testing.
• Individualized approach for patients, including nurse navigation, nutrition, mental health and spiritual counseling to assist you throughout the treatment process.
• Access to support groups and education classes for you and your caregivers.
• Availability of new treatment options within our clinical trials program including new immunotherapy approaches.
• Outpatient supportive oncology and palliative care clinic to optimize quality of life, particularly for metastatic disease.

About the Glenn Family Breast Center

Our mission is to become the leading breast cancer center in research and clinical care. We offer a comprehensive approach to breast health and breast cancer treatment, combining the latest technology and research in a compassionate and caring environment. In 2013, the Glenn Family Breast Center was established based on $14 million in gifts from the Wilbur and Hilda Glenn Family Foundation.

Request an Appointment

The Glenn Family Breast Center at Winship Cancer Institute of Emory University offers different paths to care based on where you are in your diagnosis. If you or a loved one have been recently diagnosed with breast cancer or you are seeking a second opinion, please contact (404) 778-PINK (778-7465) to make an appointment with a breast cancer specialist.

To request an appointment for a mammogram, call (404) 778-PINK (778-7465) to speak with a scheduling coordinator.

We understand that this is a very stressful time. We welcome your questions and requests for help. Here is more information to help familiarize you with Winship and give you an idea of what to expect on your first visit.

Our center offers an array of diagnostic testing including:

• Diagnostic mammography, or tomosynthesis, using state-of-the art 3-D technology. This technology is most beneficial for those with dense breast tissue. Learn more about mammography services.
• Ultrasound breast imaging
• Magnetic resonance imaging (MRI). Learn more about MRI.
• Biopsy

Your doctor should determine which diagnostic method or methods would be best for you.

To request an appointment for a mammogram, call (404) 778-PINK (778-7465) to speak with a scheduling coordinator.

Our team takes the time to get to know you as a patient and explain your diagnosis and treatment options. The goal of treating breast cancer is to eliminate the cancer from the body as completely as possible and prevent it from returning. This is usually done with a combination of surgery, radiation therapy and/or chemotherapy and hormone therapy.

• Targeted therapy: using drugs to target specific genetic changes in cells that cause breast cancer.
• Surgery: Breast conserving surgery (also known as partial mastectomy, lumpectomy, wide excision, or excisional biopsy) along with radiation therapy is the standard of care in the treatment of most women with stage I or II breast cancer. Mastectomy is surgery to remove the entire breast along with other nearby tissue. Learn about surgery for breast cancer.
• Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery: Oncoplastic breast conserving surgery combines breast cancer surgery and breast reconstructive surgery during the same operation. Working together, a breast cancer surgeon and a plastic surgeon remove the cancerous tumor and immediately reconstruct the defect and reshape the breast using the patient's own tissue. Learn about plastic surgery for breast cancer.
• Hormone therapy: most often used after surgery to reduce the risk of the cancer coming back.
• Radiation therapy: often given after breast conserving surgery to help lower the risk of a recurrence. Learn about radiation therapy for breast cancer.
• Proton beam therapy: Proton therapy is the next generation of radiation oncology. It uses protons to precisely treat cancerous tumors throughout the body and can be more precise than conventional forms of radiation treatment. The Emory Proton Therapy Center is the only center of its kind in Georgia to offer patients access to this advanced form of radiation therapy. Learn about proton therapy for breast cancer.
• Chemotherapy: given to shrink a tumor before surgery or after surgery if you have a large tumor or lymph node positive disease. You may get this intravenously (IV) or orally, depending on the stage of your cancer. Your doctor will determine if chemotherapy is needed before or after surgery. Learn about breast oncology care.

Each patient's treatment regimen is unique and depends on many factors. Our breast cancer team will work with you to design a treatment plan that addresses your individual needs and preferences.

Supportive Oncology Care

In addition to delivering the highest quality medical care, we recognize the importance of the psychological and emotional aspects of living with a cancer diagnosis and of dealing with treatment. Our supportive oncology team addresses these issues in a timely manner with additional support from counselors, nurse navigators, dietitians, lymphedema therapists, and social service professionals.