Breast Cancer
The O’Neal Comprehensive Cancer Center brings the expertise of an interdisciplinary team to every patient we treat. That means your treatment plan is personalized for you and coordinated by our team of experts that specialize in breast cancer. Here, you will benefit from the latest surgical techniques and radiation oncology treatments; access to clinical trials working to discover new, safe, and effective treatments; and targeted therapies backed by our precision medicine program. Find comfort and confidence in knowing your cancer care is comprehensive and cutting-edge.
The O’Neal Difference
The UAB Breast Health Center
Nationally-accredited Breast Center, recognized among the best in the country for clinical excellence and female patient satisfaction
Comprehensive Team Approach
Our vast team of specialists work together to constantly monitor your progress and adapt a treatment plan customized to you.
Cancer Navigators
Specialists help guide you through all aspects of your cancer journey.
Targeted Proton Therapy
Home to the first proton therapy facility in Alabama; proton therapy uses more precise dosages to attack tumors.
Cutting-Edge Treatment Options
Treatment options such as proton therapy and image-guided radiotherapy allow precision dosing that protects surrounding tissues.
Supportive Care and Survivorship programs
We help you through every stage of your treatment, caring for all aspects of your physical, emotional, and spiritual health.
Surviving and thriving – breast cancer survivor shares how she savors life
Alyson Haynes, mother of two college-aged children, received a breast cancer diagnosis in 2018 and gained wisdom about survivorship throughout surgery and radiation treatments. She remains cancer free thanks to a specialized team dedicated to her health.
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Find a Clinical Trial
Search for clinical trials and talk to your doctor about participating
Patient Resources
Programs & Services
Conditions Treated
- HER2 Breast Cancer
- Triple-negative Breast Cancer
- Metastatic Breast Cancer
- Breast Cancer in Men
- Hereditary Breast Cancer Ovarian Syndrome
Treatments & Procedures
Your Team of Breast Cancer Experts
The O’Neal Comprehensive Cancer Center team believes that there’s a lot more to fighting cancer than just getting rid of cancer cells through treatment. We believe that comprehensive, holistic cancer care includes other aspects of your life that may have an impact on your overall well-being. After all, cancer changes everything. At UAB, you have a personalized team to support you.
