Breast cancer specialist Douglas Yee, M.D., is director of the Masonic Cancer Center.
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Breast Cancer Patient Care and Clinical Trials
At the University of Minnesota, breast cancer patients are treated through the Breast Center at University of Minnesota Medical Center, Fairview.
The Breast Center offers women a comprehensive approach to screening, diagnosis, treatment and after-treatment support. Services after diagnosis and basic treatment include reconstructive surgery, lymphedema management and support groups.
Care Team
Visit the Breast Center Web page to see a list of specialists.
For information about breast cancer care, including patient referrals and second opinions, contact Susan Pappas-Varco, R.N., program coordinator for the breast cancer program, 612-273-6434.
Clinical Trials
If you have questions about clinical trials, contact Julie Gay, R.N., O.C.N., coordinator for breast cancer clinical research, 612-625-2956.
Cancer Information
The Masonic Cancer Center offers cancer information provided by the National Cancer Institute:
- Breast Cancer Prevention
- Breast Cancer Screening
- Breast Cancer Treatment and Pregnancy
- Breast Cancer Treatment
- Male Breast Cancer Treatment
Visit the Breast Cancer Resources page for information about support groups, presentations about breast cancer, and helpful Web links.