Women caring for women
A STAGGERING STATISTIC: Right now, there are more than 4 million breast cancer survivors in the U.S.
“It’s hard to find a woman who does not have either their own personal story with breast
cancer or know someone very close to them with a
You’re not thinking about cancer You probably have a lot on your plate – taking care of others, working towards your goals and making time for self-care. But you’re not thinking about cancer. Until you have to. Maybe there’s a lump or a screening reveals an abnormality. A diagnostic mammogram can quickly lead to a conversation with a provider and a diagnosis. It’s a lot to take in, even for women who are used to taking on the world. But if you’re at the Edith Sanford Breast Center, you’re not facing cancer alone.
At Edith Sanford Breast Center, a majority of the care team is made up of women, including an exclusively female leadership team. It’s a benefit that doesn’t go unnoticed. “I see my patients as fellow women,” says Allison Watson, MD, PhD, a medical oncologist and clinical researcher. “I know what kind of struggles women go through with hormones, aging and family life, and I can relate.” breast cancer story,” says Rachel Wagemann, vice president of the Sanford Cancer Center in Sioux Falls.
“If a patient has a problem, they can turn to us for help. They’re not a ship afloat without an anchor.”
When you show up for treatment, this team truly understands where you are.
Keely Hack, MD
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