Newly discovered DNA repair mechanisms point to potential therapy targets for cancer and neurodegenerative diseases
Investigators have identified nine new factors involved in the process of DNA repair that is critical to the health of human cells.
Hereditary Breast Ovarian Cancer Syndrome (BRCA1 / BRCA2)
Hereditary breast ovarian cancer syndrome is an abnormal version of the gene BRCA1 or BRCA2, which increases a person�s risk of developing various types of cancer
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Breast and Ovarian Cancer Genetics Program
We help identify and provide comprehensive, coordinated medical care for families that have a hereditary breast and/or ovarian cancer syndrome.
Breast Imaging
Staffed by a team fully dedicated to breast imaging, Mass General Imaging offers access to breast imaging services at many community locations to provide you with the highest level of advanced quality care.
Cancer-Related Pain Services
Massachusetts General Hospital's Pain Management Center offers advanced pain management therapies for patients experiencing moderate to severe levels of cancer-related pain.
Get Your Images
Mass General Brigham Imaging provides images and reports of radiology exams to patients electronically.
Mammography
Breast tomosynthesis, also called 3D mammography, is our standard of care for all screening mammograms.
PET-MRI
Mass General Brigham has one of the few PET-MRI scanners in the country. PET-MRI services are available in Boston.
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Charged
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The Patient Gateway provides secure online access to your health information whenever you need it. Check upcoming appointments, communicate with your doctor’s office, review medications and pay medical bills—all seamlessly online 24/7.