Breast Health

While statistics indicate that one in eight women will develop breast cancer in her lifetime, there is hope. When discovered early, breast cancer is nearly 100% curable.

Here is what you need to do to prevent breast cancer:

• Examine your breasts monthly
• Visit your doctor regularly
• Schedule your mammogram

The Advocate Health Centers is your partner in the prevention of breast cancer. To ensure that all women get regular mammograms we offer a comprehensive mammography program that allows easy access to complete breast care. The program includes:

A team approach to care
Women have access to our primary care physicians and physician specialists, including oncologists and surgeons. The team works together to offer each patient complete care that includes state-of-the art diagnostics and treatment.

Equipment that is fully FDA-certified and accredited by the American College of Radiology.

Breast care specialists
We have several breast care specialists on staff. These registered nurses meet with patients to offer education and support to communicate results to the patient’s primary care physician, and arrange additional procedures or treatments.

Mammogram aides
Our mammogram aide works with the breast care specialist to ensure every patient receives complete mammography care.

Mammography sites

• Advocate Health Center-Beverly
  312-949-4282 (Self-referral line for health center patients only)
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• Advocate Health Center-Irving and Western
  773-275-7700
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• Advocate Health Center-Sykes Center
  312-949-4282 (Self-referral line for Sykes patients only)
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To schedule your mammogram, contact your physician for a referral. Do you need a doctor? Call 1-800-3-ADVOCATE (1-800-323-8622) today for a free referral or search online.