Patient Education & Support

General breast cancer information:

Special websites dedicated to specific aspects of breast care:

  • www.breastbiopsy.com serves as a resource when trying to choose a biopsy method that is best for you.

  • www.myriadtests.com covers genetic testing questions related to hereditary breast and ovarian cancer.

  • www.virginiahospitalcenter.com is where you'll find how, for or over 60 years, Virginia Hospital Center has provided exceptional medical services to the Washington metropolitan area and how we are proud to be a part of it.

  • The SAVI® Applicator - Cianna Medical SAVI is a breast brachytherapy device that delivers partial breast irradiation (APBI) as part of breast conservation therapy.

  • SYMPHONY | Personalize Your Breast Cancer Treatment | Agendia Genomic testing for breast cancer prognosis and treatment decisions.

What's New

The Reinsch Pierce Family Center for Breast Health is dedicated to educating our community about new technology and treatment advances for women with breast disease. Periodically, we will highlight one or more of these newer diagnostic and treatment options, so that you can make the most informed and best decision for your breast care.

Top Doctor!

Our Medical Director, Dr. Stephanie R. Akbari has been voted a Top Doctor for 2013 by Northern Virginia Magazine!

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