Magee-Womens Breast Cancer Program

If you have breast cancer, the Magee-Womens Breast Cancer Program of UPMC Cancer Centers in Pittsburgh, Pa., provides complete and compassionate care.

By focusing on your individual needs, our experts work together to develop the best strategies for diagnosing and treating your type of breast cancer.

Watch Knowledge is Power: Understanding Breast Cancer to help you prepare for your visit to the Magee-Womens Breast Cancer Program.

Diagnosing Breast Cancer

Advanced tests for diagnosing breast cancer at its earliest stages when it's more treatable, include:

• mammography
• minimally invasive breast biopsy
• magnetic resonance imaging (MRI)
• ultrasound

Our High-Risk Breast Cancer Program provides screening, monitoring, and other services for women who may be at greater risk of developing breast cancer due to family history or a specific gene mutation.

Treating Breast Cancer

Treatment options for breast cancer may include:

• chemotherapy
• radiation
• surgery to remove the cancer (mastectomy)
• reconstructive breast surgery

» Watch "Knowledge is Power: Understanding Chemotherapy" — an educational video.

» Read The Patient's Guide to Breast Reconstruction.

Why Choose Magee-Womens Breast Cancer Program for Care?

Both UPMC and Magee-Womens Hospital are recognized as leading hospitals for cancer care in the United States.

Our blend of clinical expertise and innovative research dedicated to breast cancer prevention and treatment ensures you receive the most comprehensive breast care available.

» Learn more about Magee-Womens Breast Cancer Program.

Dr. Ronald Johnson discusses the latest surgical advancements for the treatment of breast cancer.