Breast Health Patient Stories

Many other people have experienced breast health issues, and the caring people who work at UPMC have guided them and their families through the often-difficult treatment process. Each person’s experience is unique, but each story does hold a few elements in common.

The stories told here are real-life accounts of how our patients are living with their diagnosis with help from the expert clinicians and compassionate staff at UPMC.

Breast Cancer Patient Story

Nikki felt some unusual swelling and found a lump. Tests showed she had early-stage breast cancer. Learn about her treatment and care at UPMC Hillman Cancer Center.

Read Nikki Montgomery's story

Breast Cancer Patient Story

Marjorie's annual mammogram results came back with suspicious results. Tests and a biopsy revealed she had an early-stage breast cancer. Read about her cancer treatment journey and experience at UPMC Hillman Cancer Center.

Read Marjorie's story

HER2 Positive Breast Cancer Patient Story

Michelene's annual mammogram proved beneficial when she was diagnosed with breast cancer. After finishing her treatments she now volunteers her time giving back to those who supported her.

Read Michelene Horning's story

Breast Cancer Patient Story

At age 27, Barbie Barnes was diagnosed with stage 2 breast cancer. Read about her cancer treatment journey and experience at UPMC.

Read Barbie Barnes's story

Breast Cancer Patient Story

Roseanne suffered from breast cancer. Read about her cancer treatment journey and experience at UPMC Hillman Cancer Center.

Read Roseanne Natilli's story

Kaneesha N., Breast Cancer Survivor

Kaneesha regularly got her mammograms, but found a lump in her breast months after her last checkup. Read about her cancer treatment journey and experience at UPMC Hillman Cancer Center.

Read Kaneesha's story