At City of Hope® Cancer Center Phoenix, we created the Women’s Cancer Center because understand the unique nature of diseases that are exclusive to women. Cancer, especially those types diagnosed only in women, may pose physical and emotional challenges for patients and their partners. Cancers that develop in the breasts or reproductive organs may create challenges and concerns about fertility, sexual health and self-image.
Our experienced doctors and clinicians are highly experienced in screening, diagnosing and treating breast cancer and reproductive cancers. And our supportive care services are designed to help address symptoms and side effects to help you maintain the strength you need to continue your treatment and improve your quality of life into survivorship.
Why wait? The Women’s Cancer Center can schedule your appointment in as little as 24 hours. Treatments may begin within 48 hours of your first visit, and some appointments may be available via telehealth using the City of Hope Anywhere videoconferencing technology.
Cancer Screening, Diagnosis and Treatment for Women
The Women’s Cancer Center at City of Hope Phoenix offers a variety of services intended to prevent, detect, diagnose and treat breast cancer.
City of Hope Phoenix offers genetic testing to look for inherited mutations that may increase your cancer risk. Genetic counselors are available to help interpret your genetic test results and develop strategies designed to reduce your cancer risk.
The Women’s Cancer Center at City of Hope Phoenix uses diagnostic tools and sophisticated techniques, such as digital breast tomosynthesis (3D mammography) and other imaging and lab tests designed to give you and your care team the knowledge needed to make informed decisions about your care.
The cancer experts at the Women’s Cancer Center at City of Hope Phoenix offer a wide variety of standard-of-care and innovative treatment options, including:
- Surgical oncology
- Medical oncology
- Radiation oncology
- Gynecologic oncology
- Precision medicine
- Clinical trials
What Sets Our Phoenix Women’s Cancer Program Apart?
The cancer journey doesn’t always end when treatments are over. Cancers unique to women and their treatments often cause symptoms and side effects that may lead to pain, changes to physical appearance or mobility and sexual function issues.
The clinicians at our Phoenix Women’s Cancer Center collaborate daily to explore medical and supportive care options to address symptoms and side effects, including:
- Breast reconstruction and gynecologic reconstruction surgery
- Fertility management
- Pain management
- Lymphedema management
- Oncology rehabilitation and physical therapy
- Behavioral health and mental health services
Our Phoenix Women’s Cancer Experts
The team of cancer experts at the Women’s Cancer Center at City of Hope Phoenix work together every day to deliver the compassionate care you need, with the urgency you deserve. Click on the links below to learn more about the Women’s Cancer Center team.
For Dr. Cynthia Lynch, Medical Oncologist at City of Hope Phoenix, the range of services was proof of a commitment to exceptional care. “The array of options ensures that each patient and caregiver has access to whatever they need,” says Dr. Lynch.
“The dedication here not only to cancer medicine but also to quality cancer care is a rare gift,” says Dr. Marnee Spierer, a radiation oncologist and Chief of Radiation Oncology at City of Hope Phoenix. “I wanted to be part of the effort.”
Dr. Prati is Chief of Surgical Services and a Breast Surgeon. She is board certified in breast surgery and is a member of the Society of Surgical Oncology, American Society of Clinical Oncology and American Society of Breast Surgeons.
The integrative approach to cancer treatment is what attracted medical oncologist Dr. Sagun Shrestha to City of Hope.
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Make an Appointment with Our Women’s Cancer Team
If you’re experiencing cancer symptoms or you’ve been diagnosed with breast cancer or a gynecologic cancer and want to get a second opinion on diagnosis or treatment options, the Women’s Cancer Center at City of Hope Phoenix can schedule your appointment in as little as 24 hours. Some appointments may be available via telehealth.