Being diagnosed with breast cancer can be confusing, overwhelming, and
intimidating. Pomona Valley Hospital Medical Center is here to walk with
you through this process. We offer access to cutting-edge anti-cancer
drugs, clinical trials, our newest TomoTherapy Linear Accelerator radiation
machine, and so much more.
Since 1996, Our Breast Health Center located in the Cancer Care Center
has offered a comprehensive, state-of-the-art imaging and diagnostic programs,
boasting a full spectrum of clinical and support services. We address
prevention, early diagnosis, and control of advanced cancer. With our
knowledge, expertise, technology, and compassionate care, we are able
to maintain the highest quality of breast care at PVHMC.
What Makes Our Program Different
Access to the most advanced, current breast health care
Compassionate, caring treatment for every patient
Integrated, high-quality, and cost-effective care
Unique support services, resources, and wellness programs
Advanced medical technology and innovative treatment options
A multidisciplinary team of breast cancer specialists
Accreditation as a Center of Excellence by the American College of Radiology
Oncology Nurse Navigator
In addition, we offer many advanced treatments, including surgeries (lumpectomy,
mastectomy, reconstruction), the newest in drug therapy, advanced radiation
therapy, clinical trials and research studies.
With a warming, caring atmosphere, patients feel welcomed the moment they
walk into our Cancer care Center. We also make sure you and your family
have the support and resource you all need to navigate this time.
Accelerated Partial Breast Irradiation
APBI can be administered through two different treatment options. The first
is the use of external beam treatments on a linear accelerator. The other
option is to insert a catheter balloon into the lumpectomy cavity and
irradiated through a radioactive source. With either method, the irradiated
area is so small that treatment can be accelerated to two treatments for
five consecutive days rather than one treatment for six weeks in the case
of normal whole breast treatment methods. This is not only convenient
in saving time, but it can also prevent the removal of the entire breast,
allowing for natural cosmetic results after treatment is completed.
Hundreds of women with early-stage breast cancer have benefited from APBI
treatment since 2002 when it first gained FDA approval. While not yet
the standard of care in this country, APBI has so far shown to be equally
as effective as whole breast irradiation. If you would like to learn more
about this alternative treatment option, call a PVHMC cancer specialist today.
For more information about Pomona Valley Hospital Medical Center's Breast
Health Center, please call
909.865.9555.
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