 Abbott Northwestern Hospital Our patients benefit from a network of breast care services throughout Minnesota and western Wisconsin. Cancer CarePiper Breast Center
To contact us with questions or to make an appointment, please call A program of: The Piper Breast Center offers women and their families the expertise, information and support they need to make informed choices about breast care. The Center provides a comfortable and private setting. Our team of health care experts uses the most advanced technology to provide timely information and diagnosis. Piper Breast Center is the first in Minnesota to be accredited by the National Accreditation Program for Breast Centers and is also designated a Breast Imaging Center of Excellence by the American College of Radiology (ACR). Our care teamAt the Piper Breast Center, your highly-trained care team includes physician specialists and health care professionals who specialize in diagnosing and caring for women with breast cancer. These physicians work closely and collaborate with other physicians and health care professionals to offer you the best care possible. Screening and diagnostic testsUnderstanding the signs, symptoms and risk factors for breast cancer is important to overall breast health awareness. Routine mammography, clinical breast examination and breast self-examination are the basic screening tools for early detection of breast cancer. Piper Breast Center’s advanced screening and diagnostic services can also detect and evaluate breast conditions such as a new lump, cysts, microcalcifications, fibrocystic breast changes, mastitis, concerns about breast implants and cancer. 
Fibrocystic breast changesFibrocystic breast disease refers to benign (noncancerous) changes in the tissues of the breast. The term "disease" in this case is misleading, and many health care providers prefer the term "change." To learn more about Fibrocystic breast changes visit our health library.
MammographyA mammogram is an x-ray picture of the breasts. It is used to find tumors and to help tell the difference between noncancerous (benign) and cancerous (malignant) disease.
Ultrasound (sonography)Breast ultrasound is the use of ultrasonic sound waves (sounds that cannot be heard by humans) to produce an image of breast tissue.
Breast biopsiesA breast biopsy is the removal of breast tissue to examine it for signs of breast cancer or other disorders. To learn more about breast biopsies visit our health library.
MRI (magnetic resonance imaging)Magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) is a noninvasive way to take pictures of the body.
Bone mineral density analysisA bone mineral density (BMD) test can help your health care provider confirm a diagnosis of osteoporosis. To learn more about bone mineral density tests visit our health library. Treatment optionsIf you have a diagnosis of breast cancer or another problem that requires treatment, an individualized plan will be developed between you and your physician. After a detailed evaluation of your medical concern and a discussion of your personal issues and preferences, the team at Piper Breast Center will recommend treatment options. Patients seeking treatment at the Piper Breast Center also have access to cancer rehabilitation and lymphedema services, genetic counseling, clinical research studies and complementary therapies. Breast health clinicThe physician specialists at the Piper Breast Center’s Breast Health Clinic will work closely with you to address all of your breast health concerns. Women and men alike may be seen for consultations. To make an appointment please call 612-863-3150. EducationAs part of the services offered at the Virginia Piper Cancer Institute, the Piper Breast Center staff can connect you with these materials and services:
SupportPiper Breast Center partners with the Sage Screening Program and the American Cancer Society to offer low-cost and free mammography to women.
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