Leading The Way In Breast Care

Our team of experts are ready to provide you with coordinated, patient-focused care across the continuum of women’s breast health needs.

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Understand Your Risk

Knowing your risk for breast cancer is important for your health and well-being. That's why we offer BreastCancerAware. In just 5 minutes, you can easily determine your breast cancer risk through a personalized risk assessment. This free online risk assessment not only provides you with valuable insights but empowers you to make informed decisions about your health care.

Preventive Screenings

Early detection is the key to beating breast cancer. That’s why we believe every woman due for her mammogram should have access to convenient screenings with our highly specialized radiologists.

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  • 30-minutes or less screening mammogram appointments

  • Lunch, evening and weekend hours

  • Same-day appointments available

  • 3D Mammograms throughout KC

  • Schedule online or by phone

Screening Guidelines

Age 20-39

  • Clinical breast examination every 3 years
  • Monthly breast self-examination

Age 40 and over

  • Annual mammogram and clinical breast examination
  • Monthly breast self-examination

Visit AdventHealthKC.com/mammo or call 913-676-2505 to schedule today.


Imaging and Diagnostics

From digital mammography to ultrasounds, we use the latest technology and highest quality diagnostic imaging equipment to see every detail of breast tissue. When an abnormality is found, we may recommend additional tests, including:

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High-Risk
Breast Clinic

The High Risk Breast Clinic provides specialized care for individuals with an increased risk of breast cancer due to family history or specific breast cancer risk factors.

Risk Factors for Breast Cancer

  • Inherited gene mutations associated with increased cancer risks such as BRCA1 and BRCA2
  • Family history of breast, ovarian or pancreatic cancer or a family member diagnosed before age 50
  • Chest radiation treatment before age 30
  • Dense breast tissue

Genetic Testing

Our team partners with genetic counselors to understand personal and family medical histories. Then we run a simple genetic test that shows us any mutations that may increase the risk of developing breast cancer.

Talk to a genetic counselor by calling 913-632-9162.

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Breast
Cancer Care

  • Moving Cancer Care Forward

    Our patients find unparalleled expertise and uncommon compassion in their cancer journey, every step of the way.

  • Multidisciplinary Team

    AdventHealth takes a multidisciplinary approach to diagnostics and treatment. Patients meet with a team of providers, including a medical oncologist, breast surgeon, radiation oncologist and breast and financial navigators.

  • Personalized Treatment Plan

    No two breast cancer diagnoses are the same. Our oncology team explores the latest treatments and technologies and helps our patients fully understand their treatment options. We then personalize the course of treatment and strategically prescribe individual therapies that are designed for positive outcomes.

  • Whole-Person Care

    Successful cancer care is about more than just physical healing. From mental health counselors to massage therapists and chaplains, our team is committed to helping achieve greater health in body, mind and spirit.

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Surgical Expertise

Our team of Board-certified surgical experts are ready to care for you using a variety of options. From curative procedures to diagnostic and reconstructive surgeries, our surgeons will help you face cancer with confidence. Conditions we treat include, but are not limited to:

  • Benign and malignant conditions
  • High-risk breast lesion management
  • Genetic susceptibilities including BRCA 1 and 2 and strong family history
  • Oncoplastic breast surgery
  • Hidden scar technique and nipple-sparing mastectomy

We utilize the latest technologies and advances including wire-free cancer localization and Enhanced Recovery After Surgery (ERAS) protocols to decrease opioid use, pain, nausea and length of hospital stay.

Our Team of Breast Experts

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Our Extended Care Team

Navigator Team

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    DeeAnn Abke, MSN, RN, OCN

    Breast Navigator

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    Jenny Potter

    Breast Imaging Navigator

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    Tashena Deisch

    Financial Navigator

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    Vicki Finch

    Financial Navigator

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    Chrissy Roth

    Financial Navigator

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    Tiffany Summers

    Financial Navigator

Moving Cancer Care Forward

At the AdventHealth Cancer Institute Shawnee Mission, you can count on our extensive programs and expert team of cancer specialists. We offer comprehensive care at one cancer center with your whole health in mind. We’re moving cancer care forward and helping you overcome cancer in body, mind and spirit.