Breast Cancer
Today, we no longer see breast cancer as a single disease. Now we know that it’s a group of separate conditions. If you are facing breast cancer, it is important to get an accurate diagnosis and define the right treatment for your specific condition.

At Stanford Health Care, we offer you the most advanced diagnosis and treatment techniques for breast cancer, no matter how common or complex the type. Our center is a major referral center for women and men across the country with breast cancer.

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Understanding Breast Cancer

Symptoms

Risk Factors

Types

Biological Factors

Stages

Prevention

Diagnosis

Diagnostic Tests for Breast Cancer

Genetic Counseling
Understanding Breast Cancer
Stanford Health Care’s breast cancer researchers explain how breast cancer is diagnosed and characterized to reveal recommended options for treatment. This video is intended for use by staff of Stanford Health Care. No representatives or warranties are made for outside use. Not for reproduction or publication without permission. Published August 2018 Stanford Health Care © 2018
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Understanding Systemic Therapy for Breast Cancer
Stanford Health Care’s leaders in Breast Medical Oncology explain what drug therapy is, how it works, and why it is so important to treat breast cancer and to help prevent a recurrence. This video is intended for use by staff of Stanford Health Care. No representatives or warranties are made for outside use. Not for reproduction or publication without permission. Published August 2018 Stanford Health Care © 2018
Managing Lymph Nodes
Stanford Health Care researchers explain how lymph nodes are evaluated for cancer, the steps that are taken to reduce lymphedema risk, and the options for treatment when lymphedema does occur. This video is intended for use by staff of Stanford Health Care. No representatives or warranties are made for outside use. Not for reproduction or publication without permission. Published August 2018 Stanford Health Care © 2018
Radiation Therapy for Breast Cancer
Stanford Health Care’s leaders in Breast Radiation Oncology explain what radiation therapy is, the options for receiving it, and the role it plays to treat breast cancer and to help prevent recurrence. This video is intended for use by staff of Stanford Health Care. No representatives or warranties are made for outside use. Not for reproduction or publication without permission. Published August 2018 Stanford Health Care © 2018
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To schedule an appointment with a breast cancer specialist, please call: 650-498-6000

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