Breast Cancer

The Hartford HealthCare Cancer Institute Breast Cancer Program, in collaboration with Memorial Sloan Kettering (MSK) Cancer Center and as the charter member of the Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Alliance, offers breast cancer patients in this area more options and more hope.

Breast cancer affects one in eight women in their lifetime and, while it’s rare, it can also affect men. While Connecticut has one of the highest rates of breast cancer in the country, the good news is we know more about cancer than ever.


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What We Offer

Our team of experts provides personalized care and the latest treatments and technology in multiple patient-centered locations around the state that guarantees you won’t have to travel far. We offer a wide variety of programs on the continuum of care including integrative therapies, survivorship programs and support groups.

Across all locations at the Hartford HealthCare Cancer Institute Breast Cancer Program, our board-trained experts follow MSK standards of care. Breast cancer experts meet regularly for case discussion, guaranteeing you the best coordinated care across our system, regardless of the location of your treatment.

More Nursing Care: Our nurses – many of whom are certified by the Oncology Nursing Society to administer chemotherapy and immunotherapy, or earned the distinguished Oncology Nurse Certification - bring a higher level of expertise to your treatment. Our nurse navigators are specially trained in cancer care. They serve as your advocate, coordinate care among your providers, and lend support in securing transportation or connecting you with nutrition experts or social workers as needed.

More Coordination: The Cancer Institute offers a full array of services and the personalized assistance of our nurse navigators who will coordinate your care and guide you along your cancer journey.

More Connection: All care provided through the Cancer Institute is available in an integrated electronic medical record so you and your doctors can access a complete, updated view of your diagnosis and care plan at all times.

More Holistic Care: Backed by the state’s most comprehensive Behavioral Health Network and a variety of complementary therapies, we provide hope and healing for the many emotional issues facing cancer patients. integrative medicine offers services and educational opportunities that enhance the mind, body and spirit.

More Research and Clinical Trials: The charter member of the MSK Cancer Alliance, we bring you earlier access to clinical trials, often at our locations so you do not need to travel into New York City.

Someday, research and other advancements might eliminate breast cancer everywhere. But, today, it starts with better care for you.

From risk assessment and diagnosis through treatment, recovery and survivorship, the Hartford HealthCare Cancer Institute is offering more…for you.


Breast Cancer Treatment That Balances Health and Aesthetics

Your health comes first. You’ll find the best available treatment at the Cancer Institute, but we’ll always respect your concerns for physical appearance and body image.

Here are some of the surgical procedures available at the Cancer Institute:

  • Breast Conservation Surgery with Lumpectomy: During a lumpectomy, your surgeon will remove the cancer and a small amount of normal surrounding tissue. Your surgeon will take a minimally invasive and cosmetic approach.
  • Mastectomy with or without Breast Reconstruction: During a mastectomy, your surgeon will remove all of the breast tissue. Simultaneous reconstruction can usually be performed at the same time if you choose.
  • Axillary Surgery: Your surgeon may need to remove some or all lymph nodes under the armpit as part of the operation. This is typically done as part of the surgery and may require a separate small incision under the armpit.

Mammography Locations

At Hartford HealthCare, we have mammography sites throughout Connecticut that are convenient, safe, and suit your busy schedule.

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Free Mammography Guide

Download our free guide from the experts at The Hospital of Central Connecticut and MidState Medical Center to learn about this crucial diagnostic tool and how important it is to overall health.

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A member of the Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Alliance, we provide innovative care close to home.

We offer the latest treatments through our ongoing membership in the Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center Alliance, which gives you access to the latest standards of care and clinical trials.

The MSK Alliance

Support at the Cancer Institute

The Cancer Institute offers whatever you and your family need on your journey, whether it’s access to an oncology social worker, a nurse navigator to coordinate your care or the support of our Patient and Family Resource Center.

Breast Cancer Locations

2200 Whitney Avenue Suite 140
Hamden, CT 06517
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Breast Cancer/Breast Surgery
Hartford HealthCare Cancer Institute
80 Fisher Drive
Avon, CT 06001
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Adrenal Cancer
Bladder Cancer
Bone Cancer
Breast Cancer/Breast Surgery
Chemotherapy/Infusion Services
Esophageal Cancer
Gastric Cancer Program
Genetic Counseling
Geriatric Cancer
Gynecologic Cancer
Integrative Medicine
Kidney Cancer
Leukemia/Blood Cancers/Hematology-Oncology
Liver Cancer
Lung Cancer/Thoracic Cancers
Lymphoma
Medical Oncology
Myeloma
Prostate Cancer
Radiation Oncology/Radiation Therapy
Skin Cancer/Melanoma/Onco-dermatology
Surgical Oncology
399 Farmington Avenue Suite 200
Farmington, CT 06032
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Breast Cancer/Breast Surgery
Colorectal Cancer
Hartford HealthCare
376 Tolland Turnpike Suite 202
Manchester, CT 06042
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Anal Cancer
Breast Cancer/Breast Surgery
Colorectal Cancer
Hartford HealthCare
376 Tolland Turnpike Suite 201
Manchester, CT 06042
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Adrenal Cancer
Anal Cancer
Bladder Cancer
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Breast Cancer/Breast Surgery
Esophageal Cancer
Gastric Cancer Program
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Geriatric Cancer
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Kidney Cancer
Leukemia/Blood Cancers/Hematology-Oncology
Liver Cancer
Lung Cancer/Thoracic Cancers
Lymphoma
Melanoma
Myeloma
Prostate Cancer
190 Universal Drive North Suite 101
North Haven, CT 06473
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Breast Cancer/Breast Surgery
Surgical Oncology
Hartford HealthCare Medical Group
1025 Silas Deane Highway Suite 700
Wethersfield, CT 06109
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Breast Cancer/Breast Surgery
540 Litchfield Street
Torrington, CT 06790
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Breast Cancer/Breast Surgery
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Colorectal Cancer
Esophageal Cancer
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Head & Neck Cancer
Hepatobiliary Cancer
Kidney Cancer
Medical Oncology
Pancreatic Cancer
Prostate Cancer
Surgical Oncology
85 Retreat Avenue
Hartford, CT 06106
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Adrenal Cancer
Bladder Cancer
Bone Cancer
Breast Cancer/Breast Surgery
Colorectal Cancer
Esophageal Cancer
Gastric Cancer Program
Genetic Counseling
Geriatric Cancer
Gynecologic Cancer
Integrative Medicine
Kidney Cancer
Leukemia/Blood Cancers/Hematology-Oncology
Liver Cancer
Lung Cancer/Thoracic Cancers
Lymphoma
Myeloma
Neuro-oncology
Prostate Cancer
Radiation Oncology/Radiation Therapy
Skin Cancer/Melanoma/Onco-dermatology
Hartford Hospital
80 Seymour Street
Hartford, CT 06102
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Adrenal Cancer
Anal Cancer
Bladder Cancer
Bone Cancer
Breast Cancer/Breast Surgery
Chemotherapy/Infusion Services
Colorectal Cancer
Esophageal Cancer
Gastric Cancer Program
Genetic Counseling
Geriatric Cancer
Gynecologic Cancer
Head & Neck Cancer
Hepatobiliary Cancer
Integrative Medicine
Kidney Cancer
Leukemia/Blood Cancers/Hematology-Oncology
Liver Cancer
Lung Cancer/Thoracic Cancers
Lymphoma
Myeloma
Pancreatic Cancer
Prostate Cancer
Radiation Oncology/Radiation Therapy
Skin Cancer/Melanoma/Onco-dermatology
MidState Medical Center
435 Lewis Avenue
Meriden, CT 06451
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Anal Cancer
Breast Cancer/Breast Surgery
Breast Reconstruction
Colorectal Cancer
Esophageal Cancer
Gastric Cancer Program
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Head & Neck Cancer
Hepatobiliary Cancer
Kidney Cancer
Medical Oncology
Pancreatic Cancer
Prostate Cancer
Surgical Oncology
2800 Main Street
Bridgeport, CT 06606
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Breast Cancer/Breast Surgery
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Colorectal Cancer
Esophageal Cancer
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Head & Neck Cancer
Hepatobiliary Cancer
Kidney Cancer
Medical Oncology
Pancreatic Cancer
Prostate Cancer
Surgical Oncology
The Hospital of Central Connecticut
100 Grand Street
New Britain, CT 06050
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Breast Cancer/Breast Surgery
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Colorectal Cancer
Esophageal Cancer
Gastric Cancer Program
Genetic Counseling
Head & Neck Cancer
Hepatobiliary Cancer
Kidney Cancer
Medical Oncology
Pancreatic Cancer
Prostate Cancer
Surgical Oncology
112 Mansfield Avenue
Willimantic, CT 06226
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Breast Cancer/Breast Surgery
Breast Reconstruction
Colorectal Cancer
Esophageal Cancer
Gastric Cancer Program
Head & Neck Cancer
Hepatobiliary Cancer
Integrative Medicine
Kidney Cancer
Medical Oncology
Pancreatic Cancer
Prostate Cancer
Skin Cancer/Melanoma/Onco-dermatology
Surgical Oncology
Windham Hospital
112 Mansfield Avenue
Willimantic, CT 06226
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Backus Hospital
330 Washington Street
Norwich, CT 06360
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Breast Care Center at MidState
435 Lewis Avenue Suite 104
Meriden, CT 06451
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St. Vincent's Medical Center
2800 Main Street 4th Floor
Bridgeport, CT 06606
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220 Kennedy Drive 2nd Floor
Torrington, CT 06790
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Breast Cancer/Breast Surgery
704 Hebron Avenue Suite 206
Glastonbury, CT 06033
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Breast Cancer/Breast Surgery
45 Salem Turnpike Suite 101
Norwich, CT 06360
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Breast Cancer/Breast Surgery
60 Danbury Road Suite 101
Wilton, CT 06897
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Hartford HealthCare Cancer Institute