What Kind of Doctor Should I See Next?
Typically, the next step for breast cancer patients is to move from their PCP (primary care physician) or gynecologist to a medical oncologist. If possible, it's ideal to schedule with a breast cancer specialist. This is a medical oncologist who works extensively with breast cancer patients.
Compass Oncology's breast cancer care team includes medical oncologists and surgeons who specialize in the needs of breast cancer patients in Portland, OR and Vancouver, WA.
Request an appointment at a location near you for a consultation that includes a personalized treatment plan.
Choosing a Breast Cancer Surgeon
Surgery is a part of most breast cancer treatment plans. The timing of surgery will be decided together by your breast cancer surgeon and your medical oncologist.
Compass Oncology's breast surgical oncologists specialize in oncoplastic procedures to give the best cosmetic outcome possible.
Your Breast Cancer Care Team
Your care team will include several specialists, including:
- Radiation oncologist
- Breast cancer surgeon with a specialty in oncoplastic
- Plastic surgeon, if needed
- Other cancer care specialists who can assist with treating potential side effects caused by breast cancer or cancer treatments
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We hope this guide will make your path to breast cancer treatment a bit smoother.
What Kind of Breast Cancer Do I Have?
Breast cancer can begin in different areas of the breast. Your breast specialist will discuss whether your breast cancer has hormone or HER2 protein receptors that make it grow and will use this to determine your breast cancer type and the treatments you may receive. Understand more about the types of breast cancer.
What is the Extent of My Breast Cancer?
Breast cancer stages are typically expressed as a number on a scale of 0 through IV — with stage 0 representing contained, non-invasive cancers and stage IV representing cancers that have spread. The results of the biopsy and images taken will allow your oncologist to determine the extent of your breast cancer. Read more about breast cancer staging.
Should I Get a Second Opinion?
Feeling confident about your breast cancer diagnosis is extremely important, which is why many patients choose to get a second opinion before beginning a specific treatment plan. At Compass Oncology, our physicians provide many second opinions on both breast cancer diagnosis and treatment options. Many insurance companies will cover a second opinion assessment, but it is still a good idea to contact your insurance provider for verification of coverage.
Watch the video below to learn about the importance of a second opinion for cancer diagnosis and treatment. The oncologists at Compass Oncology are available to discuss your test results, cancer diagnosis, and options for treatment.
