Why Choose Texas Health Fort Worth High-Risk and Breast Cancer Survivorship Program?
According to The American Cancer Society, breast cancer is the second leading cause of death among women. One in eight women will be diagnosed with breast cancer, which equates to an average risk female having a 13% chance of breast cancer during their lifetime. However, for some women, the risk of developing the disease is much higher. In addition, breast cancer patients that complete their treatment will enter a new stage of their cancer journey – survivorship – that offers opportunities for health education, counseling, and intervention.
The Texas Health Fort Worth High-Risk and Breast Cancer Survivorship Program offers comprehensive breast cancer risk assessment, education about risk reduction, and specialized tools for earlier detection as well as customized survivorship care as an extension of breast cancer treatment.
You may consider a visit to the High-Risk and Breast Cancer Survivorship Program if you have any of the following:
- Personal history of breast cancer
- Multiple relatives diagnosed with breast cancer
- Female relatives diagnosed with breast cancer younger than age 50 or diagnosed with bilateral breast cancer (both sides)
- Male relatives diagnosed with breast cancer at any age
- Relatives diagnosed with ovarian cancer
- Have a lifetime risk of breast cancer of 20 percent or greater using standard risk assessment models
- Have a BRCA 1 or 2 mutation or any breast cancer related deleterious mutations confirmed on genetic testing
- Have a first-degree relative with a BRCA 1 or 2 mutation
- Received radiation treatment to the chest for treatment of lymphoma
- Had a breast biopsy with pathology showing atypical cells or lobular carcinoma in situ (LCIS)
- Carry or have a first-degree relative with genetic mutation in the TP53 or PTEN genes
Services Offered:
- Regular clinical breast examinations
- Risk assessment and counseling
- Breast imaging and surveillance
- Health and wellness education
- Chemoprevention
- Psychosocial, spiritual and practical support
- Monitoring and management of long-term side effects
- Lymphedema prevention and management
- Personalized Survivorship Care Plan
The Texas Health Fort Worth High-Risk and Breast Cancer Survivorship Program strives to provide excellent care tailored to each patient’s unique needs. With our knowledge and dedication, we are confident that we will make a positive impact on the lives of our patients and serve our community.