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Breast Cancer Treatment

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We’re here to support you on your breast health journey with an expert care team and innovative treatment options.

Treatment Overview

We will create a personal treatment plan that fits your individual health needs. This plan may include a combination of therapies, depending on:

  • Your health
  • How much your cancer has progressed
  • Your tolerance for various therapies
  • Your personal preferences

Some treatments target your tumor, such as surgery and radiation therapy. Other treatments, like chemotherapy, use your bloodstream to deliver treatment to all areas of your body.

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What Is Breast Cancer?

Breast cancer begins when normal cells in the breast change and grow uncontrollably, forming a mass called a tumor.

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Surgery for Breast Cancer

Whether it’s to remove a tumor or both breasts, our board-certified surgeons aim to deliver compassionate care.

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Chemotherapy and Hormone Therapy for Breast Cancer

Chemotherapy and hormone therapy attack cancer cells throughout your whole body.

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Radiation Therapy for Breast Cancer

Radiation therapy targets cancer cells directly.

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Integrative Medicine for Breast Cancer

During treatment, integrative medicine may help you feel better. It uses conventional approaches and complementary ones, like yoga and massage therapy.

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Palliative Medicine for Breast Cancer

Our palliative care services can help improve quality of life for you and your family when you face a serious illness. This type of care focuses on your comfort.

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Better Treatment Near You

Battling cancer is a multistep journey that may require many visits. During treatment, you need to devote your energy to getting healthy — not getting to your next appointment. We offer treatment and support services at locations across Chicagoland. Each of these locations is accredited by the American College of Surgeons Commission on Cancer. This accreditation means we’re committed to providing high-quality care that puts patients first.

Our experienced caregivers will guide you with knowledge, compassion, respect and education so you can make informed decisions about your health.

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