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Continued From Page 22 metastatic HER2 + breast cancer and triple-negative breast cancer . New oral and infusion medications prevent the cancer ’ s progression and prolong patients ’ survival . Other medications called CDK4 / 6 inhibitors , in combination with anti-estrogen hormone therapy , are extending the lives of patients with metastatic breast cancer and allowing them to have a better quality of life . These therapies result in long remissions without using chemotherapy . Holy Name ’ s Institute for Clinical Research is conducting national multi-site clinical trials to investigate new therapies and improve patient outcomes . Our patients benefit from a comprehensive program of compassionate cancer care , which includes nutrition counseling , integrative therapies , and the Cancer Support Community of enriching virtual activities , support groups and education .
Jefferson Health — New Jersey By Kristin Brill , M . D ., FACS , Enterprise Director , Breast Oncology , Sidney Kimmel Cancer Center ; Assistant Professor , Thomas Jefferson University
A breast lump followed by a breast cancer diagnosis is never an easy experience . For Janeen , it was particularly devastating , having watched
her mother and grandmother suffer from breast and ovarian cancer . At age 34 , struggling with her own diagnosis , managing two young children , a household , work and the multitude of responsibilities women often carry , she felt completely overwhelmed . Janeen had incredible family support but found further support with a dedicated multidisciplinary team . The Thomas Jefferson Breast Health Program , based in Washington Township , New Jersey , became her education , support and treatment resource . Her nurse navigator introduced her to the physician team : medical oncologist , breast surgeon , plastic surgeon , geneticist , radiation oncologist and support services , such as a nutritionist and physical therapist . They outlined the options of the comprehensive treatment plan to Janine and her family . With the guidance of her breast cancer specialists , she learned about the newly identified BRCA mutation , options to manage risk , clinical trials that may benefit her , as well as extraordinary reconstructive options . Janine was treated with chemotherapy , followed
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Chemotherapy and radiation are often used together in treating breast cancer .
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