Additional Services for Individuals with Breast Cancer

If you or a loved one are diagnosed with breast cancer, the Comprehensive Breast Center at Bryn Mawr Hospital has numerous resources and treatment options:

• Psychosocial Support: A dedicated oncology social worker is available to help patients and their families cope with a cancer diagnosis. We offer group and individual counseling, patient and family support groups and community resource referral.

• Lymphedema Management Program: Specially-trained therapists offer rehabilitation and symptom control to help with this sometimes painful condition.

• Nutritional Counseling:  Registered dietitians offer individual counseling sessions designed to help the cancer patient meet their nutritional needs.

• Free Wig Consultations: We offer personalized wig fittings and other alternatives for women who are experiencing hair loss as a result of cancer treatment.

• Pain and Symptom Management: Oncology certified nurses work in coordination with the cancer treatment team to help patients effectively manage symptoms their pain.

• Educational Programs: Our expert clinical team offers programs throughout the year to the community on new advances in prevention, detection and treatment of breast cancer.

• Hospice and Bereavement Services: Available through our Home Health Network.

About The Bryn Mawr Hospital Cancer Center...

The Comprehensive Breast Center at Bryn Mawr Hospital is affiliated with the Bryn Mawr Hospital Cancer Center. Bryn Mawr Hospital has a long standing tradition of excellence in cancer care. Our staff expertise includes board certified physicians, oncology-certified nurses, certified technicians, genetic counselors, registered dietitians, rehabilitation specialists and a dedicated oncology social worker.

The medical and surgical specialists at Bryn Mawr Hospital have been pioneers in minimally-invasive treatments and groundbreaking research. Among our accomplishments, Bryn Mawr Hospital physicians were the first in the region to perform immediate breast reconstruction after mastectomy, allowing women to maintain a natural appearance of the breast. Our surgeons have also been actively involved in the investigation of sentinel nod biopsy, a procedure that reduces the need for more extensive surgery. A sophisticated radiation oncology center provides IMRT, brachytherapy and other cutting-edge treatments.

Our Community Clinical Oncology Program is one of only 50 cancer research programs in the country designated by the National Cancer Institute, allowing individuals access to national and international clinical trials.

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