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Breast cancer develops when the uncontrolled growth of abnormal breast cells forms malignant, or cancerous, tumors which, if left untreated, can spread to other parts of the body. It’s important to be screened regularly for breast cancer and stay vigilant about any abnormalities. An early and accurate diagnosis makes the condition one of the most treatable forms of cancer. Seek out a breast cancer specialist if you notice any of the following symptoms:

Firm lump on your breast that hasn’t gone away for six weeks
Skin changes on your breast
Lumps in your armpit
Unexplained swelling or shrinkage of one or both breasts
Breast pain

Choosing a Breast Cancer Specialist in Florida

If you’ve been diagnosed with or suspect breast cancer, you’ll understandably want to consult with the best breast cancer specialists. When choosing the specialist that’s right for you it’s important you feel comfortable with the doctor and confident in their care he or she will provide.

Experience & Expertise

When selecting a physician consider his or her experience. How long have they been treating breast cancer? Do they have any special training or certifications? Do they work with a multispecialty team to provide you with a holistic treatment plan?

Treatments Available

Treatments for breast cancer vary based on the type and stage of breast cancer. From surgery to radiation and chemotherapy to hormone therapy you want to make sure your physician has the resources available to provide an individualized treatment plan.

Clinical Trials

Clinical trials are important medical research studies that offer new ways to treat breast cancer. Considering a hospital with access to clinical trials gives you access to more care options.

Support Resources

Being diagnosed with cancer can cause an emotional toll on you and your loved ones. Be sure to ask about what resources are available to you and your loved ones at this difficult time. Are there support groups, counseling, or nutrition support available?

Why Turn to Moffitt?

The Don & Erika Wallace Comprehensive Breast Program at Moffitt Cancer Center offers the latest in preventive, support and cancer care to patients in Florida and across the country.

Individualized Care

At Moffitt, we take a comprehensive approach to cancer treatment. Patients are treated not by just one doctor, but by a multispecialty team of experts who specialize exclusively in breast cancer. Our experts work together to develop an individualized plan based on the patient’s diagnosis and health needs to ensure the best chance for a positive outcome.

Leading-Edge Treatments

As the leading cancer hospital in Florida and the Southeast according to U.S. News & World Report Moffitt offers the latest breast cancer treatments. In a single location, we offer a full spectrum of clinical treatment options including:

Chemotherapy
Hormone/endocrine therapy
Radiation therapy
Surgery (including lumpectomies and mastectomies)
Targeted therapy
Immunotherapy
Clinical Trials

Robust Clinical Trials Program

Our dedication to advancing cancer research has earned us the designation of Comprehensive Cancer Center by the National Cancer Institute, and we are the only such cancer center to be based in Florida. As advances in cancer research are made our patients have the opportunity to benefit through clinical trials.

Patient and Family-Centered Care

At Moffitt, we want to empower our patients and their families to be part of their healthcare experience. Our clinical and supportive care teams view our patients and their families as partners ensuring they take an active role in their own care.

We are providing every new patient rapid access to a cancer expert within a day, which is faster than any other cancer hospital in the nation. You can also schedule an appointment by calling 1-888-663-3488 or submitting a new patient registration form online.

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