We provide cutting-edge diagnostic testing and screening for patients with breast abnormalities or at risk of developing breast cancer.

Our diagnostic testing and screening services include:

• Mammography - screening and diagnostic
• Ultrasound
• Biopsy (core, fine needle aspiration, sentinel lymph node, and punch)
• Pathology

Our imaging services are provided by specially-trained Johns Hopkins breast imaging experts. This includes mammography, breast ultrasound, biopsies, and breast MRI. Diagnostic evaluation of breast abnormalities will be completed by breast specialists and breast imaging radiologists.

Our High Risk Clinic assesses your risk for developing breast cancer and will provide guidance from a nurse who will:

• Conduct a complete physical exam, including a clinical breast exam
• Review mammogram and/or ultrasound studies
• Initiate Tamoxifen therapy
• Refer to Breast and Ovarian Surveillance Service (BOSS) and a surgical oncologist

You may be at high risk for breast cancer if you have a history of the following:

• Atypical ductal hyperplasia (ADH)
• Lobular carcinoma in-situ (LCIS)
• BRCA genetic mutation
• Mantle radiation
• First degree relative (such as a mother, siblings, etc.) diagnosed with breast cancer
• History of breast cancer in the past three years

Patients may self-refer to the High Risk Clinic.

We provide the following treatments for patients:

• Medical oncology - chemotherapy
• Radiation oncology
• Breast surgery
• Clinical trials

Our plastic and reconstructive surgeons specialize in complex breast reconstruction procedures for patients after surgical breast cancer treatment to restore their self-image and confidence.

Learn more about breast reconstructive surgery at Johns Hopkins.

At The Johns Hopkins Hospital we provide rehabilitation and support services for all patients which include the following but not limited to:

• Lymphedema therapy
• Physical therapy
• Occupational therapy

We encourage patients to participate in the decision making about their care and treatment. Our specialists provide patient and family education to prepare a patient for decisions about treatment options and what to expect throughout treatment. Our survivor volunteer program for newly diagnosed women, features one-on-one support by a trained survivor volunteer and a certified breast cancer nurse navigator who is also a breast cancer survivor.