Clinical Research Team
The Breast Cancer Clinical Research Team uses a multidisciplinary approach to breast cancer diagnosis and treatment. In addition to a team of doctors and specialists, the team includes a breast cancer nurse navigator who works closely with newly diagnosed patients to provide education, support, and guidance. The team also offer genetic counseling and testing through certified genetic counselors. The University of Arizona Cancer Center strives to provide complete care through its integrated breast cancer team. Breast cancer is diverse.
Some patients can safely be treated with surgery alone. Other patients may benefit from up-front chemotherapy, surgery and then radiation. Deciding which approach is best in your situation requires a team of specialists who have access to all of the available treatment options. A robust clinical trials program helps provide access to the newest breast cancer treatments. Each member of the University of Arizona Cancer Center breast cancer treatment team is exclusively dedicated to treating patients with breast cancer. In the rapidly changing world of breast cancer research, this specialization allows doctors to provide individualized care to every patient, every day.
As an NCI designated comprehensive cancer center, the team has access to and is actively conducting the newest research. Clinical Research Team Members are also part of the Innovative Working Group.
