HOTLINE: 203-789-3244
The Women's Center for Breast Health at the Hospital of Saint Raphael:
- Offers a team approach by working with the patient and her physician to offer highly skilled specialists across a range of disciplines, including surgery, medical oncology, radiation oncology, plastic and reconstructive surgery, pathology, radiology (breast imaging), genetic screening, counseling and support services, integrative medicine and wellness programs
- Uses pioneering technology like conventional and digital mammography, computer-assisted detection of breast cancer, ultrasound-guided biopsy, advanced radiation therapy, Mammosite technology
- Offers a "patient navigator,"* whose job is to take patients through the process of making appointments, receiving a diagnosis, receiving a treatment plan and deciding about wellness options and also informs patients about our free services
- Provides nutritional consultation, gentle yoga and wellness retreats
- Has the Looking Forward Specialty Shop that offers products --like head wraps and wigs -- and services that address the body image changes experienced during breast cancer treatment
- Offers access to a wide range of psychosocial support, financial assistance, and case management provided by the Looking Forward support and education program. Support services are provided by a licensed professional counselor, a master's prepared social worker, and registered nurses
- Conducts several support groups, including a breast cancer support group
- Provides access to social services, and help with transportation, financial and insurance issues
- Cares for more than 200 newly diagnosed breast cancers each year
- Expects to receive certification by the National Accreditation Program for Breast Centers, established this year to identify comprehensive breast centers, and ensure quality care
*Funding for the patient navigator provided through a Susan G. Komen for the Cure-CT Affiliate Grant
Learn More About The Women's Center for
Breast Health
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1450 Chapel Street