Advanced Treatment for Breast Cancer at Methodist Charlton
Breast cancer can occur at any age, but it is more likely to occur after your reach 40. Most women should have annual mammograms every year beginning at age 40, according to the American Cancer Society, (ACS) and the American College of Radiology (ACR). If you have a family history of breast cancer, it is recommended that you start your screening studies 10 years prior to the age of diagnosis of the earliest breast cancer in your family.
Learn more about treatment options for breast cancer and resources for breast cancer patients.
- Anatomy of the breast
- Radiation therapy for breast cancer
- Surgery for breast cancer treatment
- What happens before and during surgery for breast cancer
- What to expect after surgery for breast cancer
- Breast reconstruction
- Lymphedema treatment and prevention
- Mediport placement for delivery of chemotherapy
Methodist Charlton Medical Center’s Breast Cancer Program is accredited
by the American College of Surgeons National Accreditation Program for
Breast Centers (NAPBC).
Cancer Nurse Navigators
Oncology nurse navigators are available at Methodist Dallas, Methodist Charlton, and Methodist Richardson to help guide patients through cancer treatment – answering questions, coordinating care and appointments, and providing education and emotional support to breast cancer patients.
Sentinel Lymph Node Biopsy Animation
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Texas Oncology PA is an independent physician group with independently practicing oncologists. No oncologist practicing or other health care provider providing services at any cancer center operated by Texas Oncology PA, including the two Methodist Cancer Center locations mentioned above are employees or agents of Methodist Health System, and Methodist Health System does not control nor have the right to control the medical services provided by Texas Oncology PA and/or provided at either cancer center location identified above.