Why choose Geisinger for breast care?
Here, checking your breast health is as routine as a yearly physical.
Whether you’re due for a mammogram, need care for a new diagnosis or want to understand your breast cancer risk, our Comprehensive Breast Centers are here to help you — regardless of your gender. You’ll have a team of breast surgeons, oncologists, radiologists, nurse navigators, genetic counselors and other breast health specialists all working together to deliver personalized care.
And you can feel confident in that care. For 14 years, the breast programs at Geisinger Community Medical Center, Geisinger Wyoming Valley Medical Center and Geisinger Medical Center have been accredited by the National Accreditation Program for Breast Centers (NAPBC). That means we meet the highest standards for quality, safety and outcomes — guiding you from diagnosis through treatment and beyond.
Treatments and services we offer
Conditions we treat
Our specialized breast clinics
Multidisciplinary Breast Clinic
Have you recently been diagnosed with breast cancer?
Our Multidisciplinary Breast Clinic makes sure your entire care team of surgeons, oncologists, radiologists, nurse navigators and other breast health specialists are under 1 roof, seamlessly coordinating your care.
High-Risk Breast Clinic
Do you have a family history of breast or ovarian cancers, dense breasts or previous biopsies that showed changes in your breast tissue?
If so, the team at the High-Risk Breast Clinic is here for you. Here, you’ll get comprehensive evaluations, physical exams and personalized risk assessments using advanced genetic modeling. Your team of genetic counselors, radiologists and oncology specialists will work together to develop a risk-reduction strategy tailored to you. That may include medications or, in cases of very high risk, preventive surgery.
Note: This clinic is for people with an increased risk who have not been diagnosed with a genetic mutation. If you’ve been diagnosed with a known genetic mutation (like BRCA1 or BRCA2), start with the Inherited Risk Clinic.
Inherited Risk Breast Clinic
Have you been diagnosed with a gene mutation associated with breast cancer risk, like BRCA1 (breast cancer 1) or BRCA2 (breast cancer 2)?
The Inherited Breast Clinic provides you with specialized, compassionate care. Your team may include a breast surgeon, oncologist, genetic counselor and psychologist, all working diligently to build a personalized risk-reduction strategy. Your team also has access to the MyCode® Community Health Initiative, which helps them thoroughly identify disease risk and inform better strategies for patients across our system — including you.
Your plan may have enhanced screenings, risk-reduction medications or, for very risky cases, preventive surgery.
FAQs
What’s a breast health clinic?
How can I keep my breast tissue healthy?
Routine breast care is the best way to stay ahead of any issues. Some changes that will give you a solid foundation for overall breast health are:
- Healthy lifestyle choices: Eating a balanced diet, staying active, maintaining a healthy weight, limiting alcohol and quitting tobacco can help with your breast health.
- Regular self-exams: A quick at-home breast check helps you stay aware of any changes. Your doctor can show you how at your next visit.
- Mammograms: Most women start getting yearly mammograms at age 40, but your doctor may recommend earlier screenings based on your personal or family history.
- Annual well-woman exams: Your yearly visit may include preventive screenings like a breast exam, Pap smear and pelvic exam, which are essential for detecting issues early.
- Know your risk: Be aware of your family history and other risk factors. Ask your doctor if you’re eligible for a breast cancer risk assessment.
What’s mammography?
Mammography (or a mammogram) is an X-ray done on the breast to check for early signs of cancer, often before symptoms appear. It’s one of the most effective tools for catching breast cancer early.