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Breast Cancer

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Breast cancer is one of the most common cancers among women. It's estimated that one in eight women in the U.S. will develop breast cancer in her lifetime. Fortunately, more and more women are surviving breast cancer each day, due to earlier diagnosis and more effective treatments. At Fairview, our breast cancer services, technologies and experienced personnel provide women with the best care available.

Early detection and prevention are a proirity and we offer advanced breast imaging technologies, such as digital mammography, breast MRI and more. Our team of specialists also provide state-of-the-art surgical, medical and radiation therapies, as well as supportive care and long-term follow-up programs to help women and their families manage all aspects of their treatment and recovery.

Always call your doctor right away if you notice any of the following, as they could be a sign of breast cancer:

  • Skin irritation or dimpling
  • Nipple pain or the nipple turning inward
  • Redness or scaliness of the nipple or breast skin
  • Discharge (other than breast milk)
  • A lump or swelling

Mammography screening services:
Click here for more information on Fairview's mammography screening and diagnostic services or to find a mammography screening location near you.
Fairview features nearly 4,000 providers practicing at over 200 locations throughout the Minneapolis/St. Paul metro area and beyond. Fairview Clinics, University of Minnesota Physicians and our independent partner clinics provide an exceptional care experience, while lowering the overall costs of health care.

Hematology/Oncology

Getinet Ayalew, MD
Milena Elimelakh, MD
Purvi Gada, MD
L. Lisa Ge, MD
Priya Kumar, MD
Kiran Lassi, MD
M. Obinna Nwaneri, MD
David Potter, MD

Oncology

Gail Bender, MD
Barbara Bowers, MD
Purvi Gada, MD
David Potter, MD
Tara Rick, PA
Douglas Yee, MD
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