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.
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.
Clinic for Reproductive Health and Cancer
The Clinic for Reproductive Health and Cancer at Massachusetts General Hospital provides guidance on fertility preservation for cancer patients to help protect their future reproductive options.
Mammography
Breast tomosynthesis, also called 3D mammography, is our standard of care for all screening mammograms.
Superficial Inferior Epigastric Artery (SIEA) Flap
In superficial inferior epigastric artery (SIEA) flap breast reconstruction, the Division of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery's plastic surgeons use skin and fat from the lower abdomen to create a new breast after mastectomy.
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Charged
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Patient Gateway
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.