BREAST CANCER RESOURCE GUIDE

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The Alamo Breast Cancer Foundation Resource Guide was developed to provide a breast cancer reference tool for women and men diagnosed with breast cancer as well as for health care professionals

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Alamo Breast Cancer Foundation P.O. Box 780067 San Antonio, Texas 78278-0067 Phone: (210) 692-9535 Email: [email protected] Website: www.alamobreastcancer.org All rights reserved. Excerpts may be used without further permission as long as credit is given to the source.

Table of Contents Local Community Resources & Services .............................................................................. 4

Alamo Breast Cancer Foundation....................................................................................................4 American Cancer Society ................................................................................................................5 Alamo City Cancer Council ..............................................................................................................6 Avon Breast Cancer Resources........................................................................................................6 Baptist Breast Center .....................................................................................................................7 Breast Cancer Support Groups ........................................................................................................8 Keep Abreast ........................................................................................................................................ 8 LACE -Life After Cancer Education.................................................................................................... 8 Make Today Count ............................................................................................................................... 9 PRMA Pink Ladies............................................................................................................................... 9 Health for Women (University Health System) ................................................................................... 9 Cancer Therapy and Research Center at UTHSCSA .........................................................................10 CareLink with University Health System........................................................................................11 CentroMed ..................................................................................................................................12 Christus Santa Rosa Mobile Mammography ..................................................................................13 Communicare Health Centers .......................................................................................................14 Daughters of Charity Services of San Antonio................................................................................15 DIVA - Deriving Inspiration and Vitality Through Activity ...............................................................16 Family Service Association – The Neighborhood Place...................................................................17 Facing Our Risk of Cancer Empowered (FORCE) .............................................................................17 GRACIAS Texas (Genetic Risk Assessment for Cancer In All of South Texas)....................................18 Jewish Family Service ...................................................................................................................18 Mammography/Screening/Treatment ..........................................................................................19 Services for uninsured, underinsured and Low Income ..................................................................... 19 Methodist Healthcare Breast Health Nurse Navigators...................................................................... 19 Texas Department of State Health Services Breast and Cervical Cancer Clinics .............................. 20 Mammography/Screening/Treatment ..........................................................................................21 Breast and Cervical Cancer Service Providers ................................................................................... 21 Mammography Centers – Accredited by American College of Radiology........................................ 23 Martinez Street Women’s Center (bilingual) .................................................................................29 Mastectomy supplies, Prosthesis, Accessories Wellness and Wigs .................................................30 American Cancer Society ................................................................................................................... 30 CHAMPS Pharmacy & Medical Supplies.......................................................................................... 30 Contour Solutions............................................................................................................................... 31 Healthtique ......................................................................................................................................... 32 Lady Like Mastectomy Boutique ....................................................................................................... 32 Lingerie Line ...................................................................................................................................... 33 Skin & Wigs Etc................................................................................................................................. 33 Trinity Lace Wigs & Unisex Salon .................................................................................................... 33 National Ovarian Cancer Coalition- San Antonio Chapter ..............................................................34 Planned Parenthood Trust of San Antonio & South Central Texas ..................................................34 PRMA of South Texas ...................................................................................................................35 San Antonio Christian Dental Clinic, Inc. .......................................................................................35 San Antonio Food Bank ................................................................................................................36 San Antonio Metro Health WIC Program (Women, Infants, and Children) ......................................37

SLEW, Support Lending for Emotional Well-Being .........................................................................38 START Center for Cancer Care .......................................................................................................39 South Texas Oncology & Hematology (STOH) at the START Center for Cancer Care ........................ 40 Susan G. Komen San Antonio .......................................................................................................41 Texas Department of Insurance ....................................................................................................41 Texas Department of State Health Services...................................................................................42 ThriveWell Foundation .................................................................................................................43 Tim Duncan Foundation at Cancer Therapy Research Center .........................................................43 United Way .................................................................................................................................44 University Health System .............................................................................................................44 WINGS (Women Involved in Nurturing, Giving, Sharing) ................................................................45 YWCA of San Antonio ...................................................................................................................45

National Resources & Organizations ................................................................................. 46

Avon Foundation for Women .......................................................................................................46 Breast Cancer Trials.org................................................................................................................47 Bright Pink ...................................................................................................................................48 CancerCare ..................................................................................................................................49 Cancer.Net...................................................................................................................................50 Dr. Susan Love Research Foundation ............................................................................................51 Facing Our Risk of Cancer Empowered (FORCE) .............................................................................52 Genotech BioOncology .................................................................................................................53 Health Well Foundation ...............................................................................................................53 John W. Nick Foundation, Inc. ......................................................................................................54 LIVESTRONG.ORG ........................................................................................................................54 Living Beyond Breast Cancer.........................................................................................................55 Male Breast Cancer Coalition........................................................................................................55 Metastatic Breast Cancer Coalition ...............................................................................................56 National Cancer Institute (NCI) .....................................................................................................56 National Breast Cancer Coalition ..................................................................................................57 The National Lymphedema Network ............................................................................................58 Partnership for Prescription Assistance.........................................................................................59 SHARSHERET ................................................................................................................................60 Triple Negative Breast Cancer Foundation ....................................................................................60 Young Survival Coalition (YSC) ......................................................................................................61

Patient Assistance Programs .............................................................................................. 62 CancerCare Co-Payment Assistance Foundation ............................................................................62 Patient Advocate Foundation (PAF) ..............................................................................................63 Patient Access Network Foundation .............................................................................................64

Pharmaceutical Company Patient Assistance Programs .................................................... 65 Amgen Assist ...............................................................................................................................65 AZ&Me (AstraZeneca) .................................................................................................................65 Genomic Health (Oncotype DX) ....................................................................................................66 Genentech Access Solutions .........................................................................................................67 GSK Access Patient Assistance Program ........................................................................................68 Lilly TruAssist ...............................................................................................................................69 Merck Helps.................................................................................................................................70

Myriad Financial Assistance Program............................................................................................71 Novartis Oncology........................................................................................................................72 SANOFI ........................................................................................................................................73

Other Local Resources & Organizations ............................................................................ 74 Other National Resources & Organizations ....................................................................... 74

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Local Community Resources & Services Alamo Breast Cancer Foundation Address

P. O. Box 780067 San Antonio, Texas 78278-0067

Contact Information:

President – Jane Paccione

Cell 210-225-9322 [email protected]

Vice-President – Jerry Worden

Cell 210-332-0203 [email protected]

Corresponding Secretary-Dale Eastman Website: Services:

Home 210-492-2554 [email protected]

www.alamobreastcancer.org • Breast Cancer Helpline 210-692-9535 (24/7 days bilingual) • Outreach • Advocacy & Breast Cancer Action Network • Education • Patient Assistance • Newsletter/AWARE • Website • Patient Advocate Program - in conjunction with the San Antonio Breast Cancer Symposium • Support

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American Cancer Society Mission Statement:

The American Cancer Society is the nationwide, community-based, voluntary health organization dedicated to eliminating cancer as a major health problem by preventing cancer, saving lives, and diminishing suffering from cancer, through research, education, advocacy, and service. Address

8115 Datapoint Dr. San Antonio, TX 78229

Contact Information:

General Inquiries Phone 210-614-4212 Fax 210-615-7724 Lisa Ayres Senior Representative, Community Engagement Community Manager – Health Initiatives Aracely Torres Program Manager- Mission Delivery

Website: Services:

Direct 210-614-4222 Cell 210-882-2615 [email protected]

Direct 210-595-0225 Cell 210-273-4880 [email protected]

National Call Center: 1-800-227-2345 http://www.cancer.org/ • • • • • • •

Educational Materials Support Groups “Look Good Feel Better” Program Wigs Reach to Recovery Program Hotel Partners Program Transportation

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Alamo City Cancer Council Address

100 North East Loop 410, Suite 600 San Antonio, Texas 78216

Contact Information:

210-816-0683 Kim Youngblood Executive Director [email protected]

Email: [email protected] Website: www.alamocitycancercouncil.org Services:

Annual Breast Cancer Update Publishes brochures offering basic information on specific cancer diagnosis. Cancer Booklet titles: I’ve just been diagnosed … • Breast Cancer • Colon Cancer • Kidney Cancer • Lung Cancer • Ovarian Cancer Avon Breast Cancer Resources

Contact Information: Email: Website:

Sophie Ester Gluchowski Cell: 210-478-6470 Executive Unit Leader [email protected] www.youravon.com/sgluchowski

Services: Awareness of self-breast exams

Breast Cancer Resource Guide “Speak Out Against Domestic Violence” program

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Baptist Breast Center Address

502 Madison Oak, Suite 450 San Antonio, Texas 78258

Contact Information:

210-730-9600

Website: www.BaptistBreastCenter.com Services:

Easy access to seamless care in one location • Genetic counseling • Personal Navigator guide • Advanced diagnostic and treatment technology • Minimally invasive needle biopsy • 3D Mammography • Patient Resources • Support Groups

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Breast Cancer Support Groups Keep Abreast Address

CTRC Grossman Library 7979 Wurzbach Rd. 1st Floor Grossman Library Contact Information: Suzi Emanuel, RN Email: [email protected] Services:

Cell (210) 365-1321

Breast Cancer Support Group Meets on 1st Monday of each month (2nd Monday when 1st Monday is a holiday) 6 pm for Metastatic or Recurrence 7 pm for all cancer survivors, family and friends

LACE -Life After Cancer Education Address

Brooke Army Medical Center – General Surgery Clinic Conference Room 3851 Roger Brooke Dr. Ft. Sam Houston, TX 78234

Contact Information: Bianca Rodriguez, RN Email: [email protected] Phone:

210-916-4212

Services:

• Support group for women only • Open to military only

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Meet 2nd Wednesday of every month 10:00am until 11:30am. Please call to reserve a spot.

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Make Today Count Address

CTRC 7979 Wurzbach Rd. 1st Floor Library, Grossman Building, San Antonio, TX 78229

Contact Information: Services:

Mary Jackson 210-450-5574 Support group for all cancers with special focus on breast cancer. Meets 4th Monday of each month 10:30 am – 11:30 am

PRMA Pink Ladies Address

PRMA Lobby 9635 Huebner Rd. San Antonio, TX 78240

Contact Information:

Courtney Floyd

Services:

Breast Reconstruction Support Group for breast cancer patients, family, friends and spouses/partners

210-692-1181

Health for Women (University Health System) Address

Robert B. Green Campus Foundation Room, 5th Floor 903 W. Martin San Antonio, TX 78207

Contact Information:

Carmen Boudreau

Services:

Bilingual Support Group 2nd Thursday of every month 11:00am- 12:30pm Free Parking and Lunch

210-358-7020

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Cancer Therapy and Research Center at UTHSCSA Address

Medical Oncology Breast Center 5th floor, Zeller Building 7979 Wurzbach Rd. San Antonio, Texas 78229

Contact Information: Phone: 210-450-3000 Website: http://www.ctrc.net Services:

• Breast Center-group of dedicated health professionals committed to delivering excellent care for conditions and diseases of the breast. We are surgeons, radiologists, experts in genetics and prevention, radiation therapists, medical oncologists, pathologists, nurses, medical assistants, administrative personnel, social workers, counselors, and educators. • Clinical Trials • Breast Cancer Support Services a) Keep Abreast Support Group 1) Metastatic Group 2) Regular Group • Make Today Count – for all cancers with focus on breast cancer • L.I.F.E. After Breast Cancer

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CareLink with University Health System Main Office Address:

University Health System Robert B. Green Campus (Downtown) Historic Building 903 W. Martin St. San Antonio, TX 78207

Hours: Mon & Wed: 8am-5:30pm Tues & Thurs: 8am-6:30pm Friday: 9am-4pm

Contact Information: Phone: 210-358-3350

Website: UniversityHealthSystem.com /CareLink Services:

• CareLink is a financial assistance program to access quality healthcare services through University Health System. • CareLink is not an insurance plan. • CareLink is only for Bexar County residents who do not have private or public health insurance. • CareLink offers families a monthly payment plan based on family size and income. • CareLink offers free appointments to come to be screened for any type of health coverage. • CareLink offers free workshops to educate you on health coverage.

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CentroMed 6315 S. Zarzamora San Antonio, TX 78211 Contact Information: Monica Thornton Address

Website: Services:

210-977-7920 [email protected]

Walzem Clinic 5542 Walzem Rd. San Antonio, TX 78218 210-977-7920

Southside Clinic 2750 Commercial Ave. San Antonio, TX 78221 210-334-3750

New Braunfels Clinic 1034 W County Line Rd New Braunfels, TX 78130 830-608-5700

Palo Alto Clinic 9011 Poteet-Jourdanton Frwy San Antonio, TX 78224 210-921-6010

www.centromedsa.com Medical Services: •

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Family Practice, Internal Medicine, OB/GYN, Pediatrics, Podiatry, Optometry Dental Mental Health Counseling Parenting Education WIC Breast Health Education Screening Mammogram Diagnostic Mammogram Breast Cervical Cancer Services Provider Case Management Breast Biopsies Medicaid Case Management Financial Assistance for low income & uninsured Colorectal screening &Colonoscopy assistance Affordable Care Act Insurance Market Place/Enrollment Assistance

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Christus Santa Rosa Mobile Mammography Contact Information:

Jackie Trevino Mobile Mammography Coordinator

Office 210-703-8476

Cell 210-618-7154 Email: [email protected] Website http://www.christussantarosa.org/

Services:

Mobile mammography - free or low-cost if patient qualifies - take all insurance Westover Hills Radiology Dept. at Westover Hills Hospital 11212 State Hwy 151 Scheduling San Antonio, TX 78251 210-704-4100 Radiology Director: Jubelee Davis Email: [email protected]

List of exams:

MRI, Digital mammography, Nuclear Medicine, Bone Density, CT, X-ray, Ultra Sound, Stereotactic biopsy, Breast biopsy ultra sound guided

CHRISTUS Santa Rosa Imaging Center – Alamo Heights 423 Treeline Park Ste 100 Scheduling San Antonio, TX 78209 210-704-0000 Radiology Manager Laura P. Esparza Email: [email protected] MRI, MRI Breast with biopsy capacity, Ultrasound, CT, Digital mammography, Breast biopsy ultrasound guided, Stereotactic biopsy, X-ray, Bone Density

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Communicare Health Centers Address

Website:

Dr. Frank Bryant Health Center 210-233-7000 3066 E. Commerce Mon-Fri 8am-7pm San Antonio, TX 78220 Barrio Family Health Center 1102 Barclay

210-233-7000 Mon-Fri 8am–7pm

Women, Infants and Children WIC 803 Castroville Rd. Suite #416

210-233-7150 Mon-Fri 8am to 6pm

www.communicaretx.org

Services:

Health Centers offer: Family medicine Women’s health, Pediatrics, Internal Medicine, Dental care for adults and children, Behavioral health, Lab, Pharmacy, Eligible services for whole family Accept most insured (Medicaid, CHIP), under-insured and non-insured individuals Affordable Care Act Insurance Marketplace Enrollment Assistance: 210-233-7156

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Daughters of Charity Services of San Antonio Address Contact Information:

Website: Services:

7607 Somerset Road San Antonio, Texas 78211 Phone: 210-334-2300 Fax: 210-922-0332 http://www.dcssa.org Establish and maintain neighborhood-based programs to increase accessibility to primary health care and human services on the part of the poor. Serve a low-income, uninsured, largely Hispanic population by operating four health and social service centers: DePaul Family Center, La Mission Family Health Care, DePaul Wesley Children’s Center (DePaul Children’s Center) and El Carmen Wellness Center. All services are offered on a low co-pay/sliding scale fee to remain affordable and accessible to individuals in need of financial assistance. • Dental Care • Medical Care • Wellness Services • Social Services • Counseling • Early Childhood Education • Diabetic Education Classes

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DIVA - Deriving Inspiration and Vitality Through Activity Address:

Administrative Office: START Center 4383 Medical Drive, Suite 4078 San Antonio, TX 78229 Mailing: ThriveWell Cancer Foundation PO Box 29331 San Antonio, TX 78229 Community Programs Five locations Southeast: Brooks City-Base Health & Wellness Center 2860 Louis Bauer, San Antonio, TX 78235 TriPoint: DR Semmes Family YMCA at TriPoint 3233 S. St. Mary’s, San Antonio, TX 78212 Medical Center: Forté Rehabilitation and Wellness Center 1901 Babcock Rd., Ste. 204, SATX 78229 Northside: R II M Fitness 16611 Huebner Rd., San Antonio, TX 78248 Northeast: Walzem YMCA 5538 Walzem Rd., San Antonio, TX 78218

Phone: 210-593-5949 Fax: 210-593-5705

Contact Info:

Josee Battle, Program Director

210-593-2669

Website

www.thrivewell.org

Services:

Offering classes in Aerobics, Tai Chi, Yoga and Nutrition. Breast Cancer survivors can exercise together and be educated about the important role of healthy eating and nutrition can play in their prognosis and recovery Free Exercise programs are offered in four locations in San Antonio, each location offers Tai Chi, Aerobics, Yoga, Nia, Zumba , Boundless, Belly Dancing and Strength Training classes.

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[email protected]

(210) 251-3997 (210) 246-9622 (210) 342-5300 (210) 913-3004 (210) 656-5777

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Family Service Association – The Neighborhood Place Address

3014 Rivas Street San Antonio, TX 78228

Contact Information:

210-431-7500

Xochitl Cortez-Davis Community Liaison

Website: www.family-service.org Services:

-Bilingual Agency -In home parenting and early childhood education information -Counseling services

Facing Our Risk of Cancer Empowered (FORCE) Address: 16057 Tampa Palms Blvd West

PMB #373 Tampa, Florida 33647 Contact Rae Ann Reyna Information: Local Peer Support Group Leader [email protected] 866-288-7475 ext. 712 [email protected] Website: http://www.facingourrisk.org/index.php

Services:

FORCE was founded on the principle that no one should have to face hereditary breast and ovarian cancer alone. We are the only national non-profit dedicated to improving the lives of individuals and families affected by hereditary breast and ovarian cancer. • Outreach • Educational Webinars • Toll-Free Helpline • Local Support Groups • Research Recruitment

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GRACIAS Texas (Genetic Risk Assessment for Cancer In All of South Texas) Contact Information:

Elena Marin Phone: 210-562-9150 Cell: 210-302-2029

Community Health Worker

Email: [email protected] Services:

The services provided by the “GRACIAS Texas” program lead to early detection and help prevent hereditary breast and colon cancer in persons who are at high risk. This program is bilingual and can help those unable to pay for screening tests.

Jewish Family Service Address

Jewish Family Service 12500 Northwest Military Hwy. Suite 250 San Antonio, Texas 78231

Jewish Family Service 1151 Mission Road San Antonio, Texas 78210

Contact Information:

Phone: 210-302-6920 Fax: 210-302-6952

210-533-1112 210-533-1113

Services:

• Psychotherapy Counseling-210-302-6920 • Senior Services-210-302-6920 a) Case Management b) Support Groups • Case Management a) Referrals to Resources-210-302-6920

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Mammography/Screening/Treatment Services for uninsured, underinsured and Low Income

Mobile Mammography Christus Santa Rosa Mobile Mammography Unit (MMU) (210) 703-8476 University Health System Healthy U Express (Mobile Mammography Van)

(210) 358-3720

Methodist Healthcare Breast Health Nurse Navigators

Nurse Name Beverly Fulbright Stacey Schuler Kelly Parish

Phone

Fax

Email

210-757-5858

210-510-7014

[email protected]

210-575-6237

210-510-6771

[email protected]

210-757-6851

210-510-6776

[email protected]

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Texas Department of State Health Services Breast and Cervical Cancer Clinics

Clinic Name UHS-Robert B. Green Center UHS-Eastside Branch UHS-Kenwood Clinic UHS-Salinas Clinic UHS- Zarzamora CentroMed-South Park Medical Clinic UHS- South Flores CentroMed Southside CentroMed Palo Alto CentroMed Naomi Galvan Eling Clinic UHS-Naco Perrin CentroMed- Maria Castro Flores Clinic Lytle Community Health Center Wilson Community Health Center CentroMed County Line South Texas Rural Health Services Inc.-Devine Clinic Atascosa Health Center Seguin Community Health Center South Texas Rural Health Services Inc.- Hondo Clinic Community Health ServicesMLK

Street Address 903 W. Martin St. 210 N. Rio Grande. 302 Dora. 630 S. General McMullen 4503 S. Zarzamora 6315 S. Zarzamora

City & Zip Code San Antonio, TX 78207 San Antonio, TX 78202 San Antonio, TX 78212 San Antonio, TX 78237

7902 S. Flores St. 3750 Commercial Ave. 9011 Poteet Jourdanton Rd. 5542 Walzem Rd.

San Antonio, TX 78212 San Antonio, TX 78221 San Antonio, TX 78224

San Antonio, TX 78211 San Antonio, TX 78211

San Antonio, TX 78218

4020 Naco Perrin Blvd San Antonio, TX 78217 7315 S. Loop 1604 San Antonio, TX 78069 West 15033 Main St, Ste 104 Lytle, TX 78052 540 10th St, Ste 140

Floresville, TX 78114

1034 W County Line Rd 1010 W Hondo Ave.

New Braunfels, TX 78130 Devine, TX 78016

310 W Oaklawn 1201 W. Court St

Pleasanton, TX 78064 Seguin, TX 78155

2912 Ave E

Hondo, TX 78861

611 W MLK

San Marcos, TX 78666

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Mammography/Screening/Treatment Breast and Cervical Cancer Service Providers

Services Providers Name and Address

Contact Information:

University Health System 4020 Naco Perrin San Antonio, Texas 78217

(210) 358-8255

University Health System 7726 Louis Pasteur San Antonio, Texas 78229

(210) 358-8255

University Health System 210 North Rio Grande San Antonio, Texas 78202

(210) 358-8255

University Health System 7902 South Flores San Antonio, Texas 78221

(210) 358-8255

University Health System 1221 SW 36th Street at Hwy. 90 San Antonio, Texas 78237

(210) 358-5100

University Health System 302 Dora Street San Antonio, Texas 78212

(210) 358-8255

University Health System 903 W Martin St. San Antonio, Texas 78207

(210) 358-3400

University Health System 1055 Ada San Antonio, Texas 78223

(210) 358-5515

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Services Providers Name and Address

Contact Information:

University Health System 4503 Zarzamora San Antonio, Texas 78211

(210) 358-8255

University Health System 911 Highway 90 San Antonio, Texas 78237

(210) 358-8255

CentroMed Walzem Clinic 5546 Walzem Road San Antonio, Texas 78218

(210) 637-2450

CentroMed Santa Rosa Clinic 315 N Ssn Saba Ste. 103 San Antonio, Texas 78207

(210) 928-9600

CentroMed City Base Clinic 3127 SE Military Drive San Antonio, Texas 78233

(210) 928-4970

CentroMed Palo Alto Clinic 9011 Poteet-Jourdanton Road San Antonio, Texas 78244

(210) 928-4900

CentroMed Sarah E. Davidson Clinic One Haven for Hope Way, Bldg. 1 Suite 300 San Antonio, Texas 78207

(210) 220-2330

CentroMed Southside Clinic

(210) 334-3750

3750 Commercial Ave San Antonio, Texas 78221

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Mammography Centers – Accredited by American College of Radiology

FDA Accredited – Mammography Only Facility

Phone Number

Address, City

Zip code

Bexar County Hospital District DBA University Health System

(210) 450-5050

903 West Martin San Antonio

TX 78207

Bexar County Hospital District DBA University Health System

(210) 358-2725

4502 Medical Drive San Antonio

TX 78229

7979 Wurzbach Suite Z 500 San Antonio

TX 78229

Bexar County Hospital District DBA University Health System Brooke Army Medical Center CHRISTUS Santa Rosa –Westover Hills CHRISTUS Santa Rosa – Alamo Heights CHRISTUS Santa Rosa – New Braunfels

Gonzaba Medical Group - South East

(210) 450-5050

3551 Rodger Brooke Fort Sam Houston, 11212 Highway 151 San Antonio

(210) 916-3726 (210) 703-8100

North Central Federal Clinic Veteran’s Health Administration Resolute Health Hospital San Antonio Diagnostic Imaging

TX 78251

(210) 704-4000

423 Treeline Park, Suite 100 San Antonio

TX 78209

(830)- 643-6165

598 North Union St.

TX 78130

New Braunfels (210) 921-3800

720 Pleasanton Road San Antonio

TX 78214

(210) 921-3800

7616 Culebra Road, Suite 130 San Antonio

TX 78251

(210) 617-5300

17440 Henderson Pass

Ext. 65601

San Antonio

(830) 500-6618

555 Creekside Crossing New Braunfels

TX 78130

(210) 696-0360

10007 Huebner Bldg.2 Suite 204 San Antonio

TX 78240

Gonzaba Medical Group - North West

TX 78234

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TX 78232

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FDA Accredited – Mammography Only Facility South Texas Radiology Imaging Centers (STRIC)

Phone Number

Address, City

(210) 617-9000

155 Sonterra Blvd., Suite 100, San Antonio, TX 78258

(For All Locations)

12709 Toepperwein, Ste 106, San Antonio, TX 78233 12602 Toepperwein Ste 101 San Antonio, TX 78233 5000 Schertz PKWY Suite 500, Schertz, TX 78154 134 Menger Springs Rd. Ste 1110 Boerne, TX 78006 7333 Barlite Ste 200 San Antonio, TX 78224 1888 Nacogdoches Rd. San Antonio, TX 78209 7950 Floyd Curl Dr. San Antonio, TX 78229 9150 Huebner Rd. Ste 195 San Antonio, TX 78240 1200 Brooklyn Ave. Suite 100 San Antonio, TX 78212

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Facility

Phone Number

Address, City

Zip Code

FDA Accredited 3D Breast Tomosynthesis Avestee Women’s Imaging Center of Alamo Heights Baptist Breast Center

303 West Sunset, Suite 200 TX 78209 San Antonio 502 Madison Oak, Suite 450, TX 78258 San Antonio

(210) 826-2666

(210) 228-9729 Baptist Breast Center (210) 520-2989 Westover Hills

3903 Wiseman Blvd., Suite 321

ACR Center of Excellence

Baptist M & S Imaging – Mission Trials Baptist M & S Imaging – Legacy Oaks Baptist M & S Imaging – Downtown Bexar County Hospital District DBA University Health System Bexar County Hospital District DBA University Health System Bexar County Hospital District DBA University Health System

TX 78251

3327 Research Plaza. Suite 108 TX 78235 San Antonio 3568 Fredericksburg Rd. Suite 305 TX 78229 San Antonio 215 East Quincy. Suite TX 78215 100

(210) 423-3950

(210) 228-9729 (210) 351-0784

(210) 358-2725

4502 Medical Drive San Antonio

210-450-5050

7979 Wurzbach Road. Suite 2500, San Antonio

TX 78229

7979 Wurzbach, Suite Z 500 San Antonio

TX 78229

(210) 450-5050

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TX 78229

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Facility

Phone Number

Address, City

FDA Accredited 3D Breast Tomosynthesis Brooke Army Medical 3551 Rodger Brooke (210) 916-3726 Center Fort Sam Houston, CHRISTUS Santa Rosa 11212 Highway 151
 (210) 703-8100 –Westover Hills San Antonio 423 Treeline Park, CHRISTUS Santa Rosa (210) 704-4000 Suite 100 – Alamo Heights San Antonio Four Season Breast Center (210) 494-0089 325 East Sonterra Blvd, Suite 240 San Antonio, Gonzaba Medical Group 720 Pleasanton Road (210) 921-3800 - South East San Antonio, Gonzaba Medical Group 7616 Culebra Road, (210) 921-3800 - North West Suite 130 (210) 509-2332 San Antonio, North Central Federal (210) 617-5300 17440 Henderson Pass Clinic Ext. 65601 San Antonio Veteran’s Health Administration O’Neill & Associates Metropolitan Professional Building (210) 223-5543 1303 McCullough Ave. Suite 125 San Antonio, San Antonio Diagnostic 8637 Fredericksburg Imaging (210) 696-0360 Rd., Suite 200 San Antonio, South Texas Radiology 155 Sonterra Blvd., Scheduling: Imagining Centers Suite 100 San Antonio, (210) 617-9000 (STRIC) San Antonio, South Texas Radiology 12709 Toepperwein, Scheduling: Imagining Centers Suite 106 (210) 617-9000 (STRIC)

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Zip Code

TX 78234 TX 78251 TX 78209 TX 78258

TX 78214 TX 78251

TX 78232

TX 78212

TX 78240 TX 78258

TX 78233

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Facility

Phone Number

Address, City

Zip Code

FDA Accredited 3D Breast Tomosynthesis Mammography 
Center Huebner

(210) 617-9106

Medical Center Tower I Imagining

(210) 617-9800

Boutique Mammography 
Center Stone Oak

9150 Huebner Rd., Suite 195
 San Antonio 7950 Floyd Curl Drive, Suite 200 San Antonio 325 Sonterra Blvd., 2nd Floor, Suite 240 San Antonio

(210) 617-9520

12602 Toepperwein, Suite 101 
 San Antonio 12709 Toepperwein, Suite 106 
 San Antonio

TX 78240

TX 78229

Texas 78258

Northeast Imaging Center

(210) 617-9000

Mammography Center Northeast

(210) 617-9700

Southwest General Hospital

(210) 921-3528

7400 Barlite Blvd. San Antonio

TX 78224

(210) 617-9000

18707 Hardy Oak Blvd., Suite 110 San Antonio

TX 78258

South Texas Radiology Imagining Centers ACR Center of Excellence

TX 78233

8601 Village Drive, Suite 111 TX 78217 San Antonio 4499 Medical Drive, Suite 171 TX 78229 
San Antonio 2200 Berquest Drive, Suite 1 TX 78236 Lackland AFB

South Texas Radiology (210) 617-9000 Imagining Centers South Texas Radiology (210) 617-9000 Imagining Centers Wilford Hall Medical Center

TX 78233

(210) 292-4294

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Facility Aurora Breast Center (FDA Accredited, Dedicated MRI) Nix Health Care System Alamo Heights Nix Health Care System - Downtown (FDA Accredited, 3D Breast Tomosynthesis) Concord Imaging (FDA Accredited, 3D Breast Tomosynthesis) Bexar Imaging Center

Phone Number (210) 384-2299 (210) 832-5418

(210) 509-2332

Address, City 9102 Floyd Curl Drive, Suite A San Antonio 5307 Broadway Suite 207 San Antonio 414 Navarro St Suite 1502 San Antonio

Zip Code TX 78240 TX 78209

TX 78205

(210) 572-2222

18802 Meisner Drive TX 78258 San Antonio

(210) 384-8439

215 NE Loop 410 Suite 121 San Antonio

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Martinez Street Women’s Center (bilingual) Address

1510 S. Hackberry St San Antonio, TX 78210

Contact Information:

Phone (210) 534-6638 Mon - Fri 9am - 6 pm

Services:

Andrea Figueroa, Executive Director [email protected] Becca Najera, Assistant Director

The Community Health Program Promotora Program strengthens the health and well-being of families in our community by increasing knowledge and awareness while enhancing access to preventive health services for medically underserved women and families. • • • • •

Breast Cancer Awareness Diabetes Education & Preventive Program Healthy Living and Nutrition Positive Parenting Classes Prenatal Wellness Program

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Mastectomy supplies, Prosthesis, Accessories Wellness and Wigs American Cancer Society Address

8115 Data Point San Antonio, Texas 78229

Contact Information:

Phone: 210-614-4211

Services:

Turbans and wigs at no cost

CHAMPS Pharmacy & Medical Supplies Address

7718 Louis Pasteur Drive
 San Antonio, TX
78229

Contact Information:

Karen Callihan or Katrina Saldana Phone: 210-547-2340 Mastectomy Bras Prosthesis & Accessories Swimsuits Files Insurance

Services:

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Contour Solutions Address

11104 West Ave. San Antonio, Texas 78213

Contact Information:

Phone: 210-946-6000 1-888-946-6004 210-946-6004 [email protected] www.contoursolutionsusa.com Mon-Thurs 8:00am until 5:00pm Fri 8:00am – 12:00pm by appointment only • • Breast Prosthesis • Mastectomy Bras • Mastectomy Lingerie • Post-surgical Bras • Lymphedema Products • Compression Hosiery • Compression Garments • Pneumatic Compression Pumps • Mastectomy Swimwear and Swim Forms • Stylish headwear and Turbans • Skin Care Products • Wings • Files Insurance • Gift Boutique

Fax: Email: Website: Hours

Services:

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Healthtique Address

11104 West Ave. San Antonio, Texas 78213

Contact Information:

Phone: 210-946-6000 • • • • •

Services:

Personal Wellness Center Therapeutic Massage Lymphedema Therapy Spa Services Inspirational Gifts

Lady Like Mastectomy Boutique Address

7419 Callaghan Rd. San Antonio, 78229

Contact Information:

Phone: 210-655-1300 Fax: (210) 615-1301

Email: [email protected] Website: Services:

www.ladylikesa.com • • • • • • • • • •

Non-mastectomy Bras Mastectomy Bras Post-Surgical Bras Breast Prosthetics Custom Breast Prosthesis Mastectomy Camisoles, Sleepwear and Swimwear Lymphedema Products Headwear, Scarves, and Hats Wigs and Hairpieces Insurance Filing

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Lingerie Line Address

8209 Roughrider, Suite 102 San Antonio, Texas 78239

Contact Information:

Phone: 210-656-4090 210-614-5760 or 800-828-4957 888-747-5760 • Bilingual • Prosthesis • Bras • Swimwear • Compression Garments • Wigs & Turbans • Files Insurance

Services:

7272 Wurzbach #1106 San Antonio, Texas 78240

Skin & Wigs Etc. Address

8480 Fredericksburg Rd. San Antonio, Texas 78229

Contact Information:

Phone: 210-342-2030

Website: Services:

http://skinandwigs.com/ Bilingual boutique, files insurance and specializing in: • Wigs • Skin Care • Image Counseling

Trinity Lace Wigs & Unisex Salon Contact Information: Website: Services:

Phone: 210-858-8554 [email protected] www.trinitylacewigs.com • Wigs • Beauty Salon

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National Ovarian Cancer Coalition- San Antonio Chapter Contact Information:

Sally Link Ricki Brady (survivor)

210-219-1837 210-643-6054 210-495-8877

Email: [email protected]

Services:

Raise awareness and promote education about ovarian cancer. Committed to improving survival rate and quality of life for women with ovarian cancer. Work with “Survivors Teaching Students” speaking at the UTHSC Medical School. Community involvement in health fairs and health awareness activities. Speaking to newly diagnosed women. Planned Parenthood Trust of San Antonio & South Central Texas

Address

Multiple clinics located throughout San Antonio

Contact Information:

Phone 210-736-2244 Call 800-230-PLAN to locate the nearest Planned Parenthood location. www.pptrust.org Family planning and sexual health community education. • Birth control • Clinical Breast Exams • Gynecological exams • Males Exams • Pregnancy Testing • Mammogram referrals • Menopause care • Testing & treatment of STDs • Pelvic exams • Referrals for adoption and Prenatal Care.

Website Services:

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PRMA of South Texas Address

9635 Huebner Rd. San Antonio, Texas 78240

Contact Information:

Phone: 210-692-1181 800-692-5565 Website: http://prma-enhance.com

Services:

• • • •

Breast Reconstruction Pink Ladies Support Group Breast Cancer Reconstruction Blog Breast Cancer Newsletter

San Antonio Christian Dental Clinic, Inc. Address

#1 Haven for Home Way Building #1, Suite 400 San Antonio, Texas 78207

Contact Information:

Patients: 210-220-2300 Donors/Volunteers: 210-220-2304 Website: http://sachristiandental.org

Services:

San Antonio Christian Dental Clinic is a non-profit 501(C)3 organization with the purpose of providing charitable dental care to those low-income persons who have no other resources with which to access dental services.

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San Antonio Food Bank Address

5200 Old Hwy 90 W ( Enrique M. Barrera Pkwy) San Antonio, Texas 78227

Contact Information:

Main number Nancy Sanchez Client Services Manager Luz Myriam Neira, PhD Nutritionist

(210) 337-3663 (210) 431-8326 (210) 431-8330

Website: http://www.safoodbank.org/ Services:

Referral to Food Pantry – in communities local Community Garden Nutrition Education Social services outreach – counselors available to determine eligibility for and assist with applying for SNAP, CHIP and Medicaid Diabetes education Resources for seniors Women’s Health Program

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San Antonio Metro Health WIC Program (Women, Infants, and Children) Address

Contact Information: Website: Services:

Main Office 2315 Buena Vista San Antonio, TX 78207 WIC has various locations throughout San Antonio. Call 210-207-4906 to find closest WIC clinic www.sanantonio.gov/health WIC is the non-emergency Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants and Children or WIC for short If you qualify for WIC, you can receive food benefits (redeemable at grocery stores for certain nutritious foods), nutrition education and counseling, breastfeeding promotion and support and health care referrals at no cost. WIC services are available to pregnant, postpartum, and breastfeeding women, and infants and children under the age of 5 years old

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SLEW, Support Lending for Emotional Well-Being Address

12521 Nacogdoches Road. Suite 101, San Antonio, TX 78217

Hours: Mon: Closed Tues: 11am-5pm Wed-Fri: 9am- 4pm

Contact Information:

(210) 654-7900 Olga N. Young, Executive Director www.slewwellness.org

[email protected]

Website: Services:

The SLEW Wellness Center provides no-cost aftercare services to improve the quality of life for uninsured, underinsured, and low income women recovering from and/or undergoing surgery, chemotherapy, or radiation treatments. Services include: • Nutritional and Benefits counseling • Lymphatic drainage therapy • Massage Therapy • Psychotherapy • Health Education • Case Management • Bras and Prosthetics • Wigs and Hair Dressings • Clothes Closet • Emergency Assistance Program • Art therapy • Paraffin skin care • Transportation • Exercise Program

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START Center for Cancer Care Address

4383 Medical Drive, Suite 4032 San Antonio, Texas 78229

Contact Information:

Leslie Semetzer 210-593-5269

Website:

www.TheStartCenter.com

Services:

Breast Cancer Clinical Studies • Breast Cancer Research Studies a) Neoadjuvant (Before Surgery) b) Adjuvant (After Surgery) c) Her 2 new+ after Herceptin d) Metastatic (Advanced Disease) e) 2nd & 3rd Line • Tumor Bank

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South Texas Oncology & Hematology (STOH) at the START Center for Cancer Care Address

START Center 4383 Medical Drive, San Antonio, Texas 78229 Other locations: Sonterra Medical Park 155 E. Sonterra Blvd., Suite 200 San Antonio, TX 78258 (210) 593-2503

Website:

www.thestartcenter.com Services:

• Medical Oncology • Hematology • Radiation Oncology • Gynecologic Oncology • Chemotherapy, Biological Therapy, Hormonal Therapy, Targeted Therapies • CyberKnife, IMRT, Cone Beam Radiation • Personalized Medicine, Genetic Testing • Internal Labs & Pharmacies • State of the Art Treatment Rooms and Infusion Technology • Specialized Oncology & Chemo Nursing Staff • Clinical Trials

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Susan G. Komen San Antonio Mailing Address:

P.O. Box 6678 San Antonio, Texas 78209 Physical Address: 85 NE Loop 410, Suite 407 San Antonio, TX 78216 Contact Information: Niki Simpson Executive Director Website: www.komensanantonio.org Services:

8:30am – 5:00pm

210-222-9009

Community Grants Breast Health Education & Outreach Resource Race for the Cure Texas Department of Insurance

Address

Texas Department of Insurance 333 Guadalupe Austin, TX 78701

Contact Information:

Phone: 512-676-6000 800-252-3439

Website: www.TexasHealthOptions.com Services:

• Learn about your rights under federal health care reform and state law • Appeal a health plan’s denial of a treatment service • Resolve a complaint against your health plan or insurer

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Texas Department of State Health Services 1100 W. 49th Street P.O. Box 149347 Austin, TX 78714-9347 Contact Breast and Cervical Cancer Program Informati coordinators Address

Phone 512-776-7796

on:

Website:

http://www.dshs.state.tx.us/layouts/contentpage.aspx?pageid=29549&id =2361&terms=bccs

Services:

Screening Services - Clinical breast exam, mammogram, Pap test Education Diagnostic Services: Diagnostic mammograms, breast ultra sounds, breast biopsies, Colonoscopies and biopsy Cervical Dysplasia Treatment Services: Loop Electrode Excision Procedure (LEEP), Cryotherapy, Laser, Office visit in conjunction with treatment. Screening for Medicaid for Breast and Cervical Cancer (MBCC) Eligibility: Diagnosed on or after 9/1/07 as defined by BCCS and breast or Cervical Cancer. Low income (at or below 200% of Federal Poverty Income Guidelines) as Defined by BCCS policy Under age 65 years Texas Resident US Citizen or qualified alien

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ThriveWell Foundation Address:

P.O. Box 29331 San Antonio, TX 78229

Contact Information:

Phone: 210-593-5949

Email: [email protected] or [email protected] Website: http://thrivewell.org

• Funds Research • Patient assistance; eligible adult cancer patients assisted with co-insurance of treatment & transportation throughout San Antonio • DIVA program- (Deriving Inspiration and Vitality through Activity) currently offers classes in Yoga, Aerobics, Tai Chi and Nutrition. DIVA will provide a place where breast cancer patients and survivors can go to exercise together and be educated about the important role a low-fat diet can play in their prognosis and recovery. Classes are offered at no charge through the support of the ThriveWell Cancer Foundation.

Services:

Tim Duncan Foundation at Cancer Therapy Research Center Address Contact Information:

7979 Wurzbach Rd. San Antonio, Texas 78229 Phone: 210-450-1738

Contact Person: Lupita Martinez, Social Worker Services:

• Free screening mammograms for low income women at 200% poverty level or below • Must have a doctors order

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United Way Address

The Briscoe Center 700 South Alamo San Antonio, TX 78205

Contact Information: Phone: 210-352-7000 Website: www.unitedwaysatx.org Services:

United Way helps people with basic needs – food, clothing, shelter and safety – and changing lives through strong, wellmanaged programs University Health System

Address

903 West Martin. Room A348 San Antonio, TX 78201

Contact Information:

Phone 210-358-3720

Services:

Provides early detection services and treatment for low income women diagnosed with breast or cervical cancer

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WINGS (Women Involved in Nurturing, Giving, Sharing) Address

7500 Highway 90 West. Building 2 Suite 240. San Antonio, TX 78227

Contact Information: Program Manager Executive Director

210-946-9464 Alice Blanquiz Kim Hinze

Mon – Thurs 8 am – 4 pm [email protected]

Website: http://www.texaswings.org/ Services:

Provides comprehensive top-quality breast cancer treatment and lifetime follow-up care to qualifying uninsured and underinsured women in Central and South Texas at no cost to the patient

YWCA of San Antonio Address

314 N. Hackberry Street. Suite 101, San Antonio, TX 78202

503 Castroville Rd. San Antonio, TX 78237

Contact Information:

Norma Cruz

Phone: 210-433-9922 ext. 234

Email: [email protected] Website: www.ywcasanantonio.org Services:

Low cost mammograms for women aged 40-49 years Breast Health Education Breast Health Literature

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National Resources & Organizations Avon Foundation for Women Address

777 Third Avenue New York, NY 10017

Contact Information:

866-505-2866

Email: [email protected] Website: http://www.avonfoundation.org Services:

The Avon Breast Cancer Crusade was launched in 1992 as a small pioneering program in the U.K. Avon in the U.S. adopted the Crusade the following year. Over the last 19 years, Avon philanthropy has raised and donated almost $740 million to breast cancer programs around the world, supporting cutting-edge research to find a cure for or prevent breast cancer as well as programs that enable all patients to access quality care. Funding supports awareness and education: screening and diagnosis; access to treatment; support services; and scientific research. Beneficiaries of the Avon Breast Cancer Crusade range from leading cancer research and clinical centers to community-based, non-profit breast health education programs. • • • •

Research Grants Education Avon Walk

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Breast Cancer Trials.org Address

3450 California Street San Francisco, CA 94118

Contact Information: Phone: 415-476-5777 Email: [email protected] Website: www.BreastCancerTrials.org Services:

BreastCancerTrials.org is a free, non-profit clinical trial service that helps breast cancer patients, survivors, or those at risk find trials that might be right for them. It features easy-to-read trial summaries and a Trial Alert Service that notifies users of newly added trials that math their health history. • Clinical trial matching service • Locate and contact research sites • Newsletter on Website • Blog on Website

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Bright Pink Address

Bright Pink 670 N. Clark Street, Suite 2 Chicago, IL 60654

Contact Information:

Email: [email protected] Website: www.BeBrightPink.org Phone: 312-787-4412

Services:

Bright Pink is a national non-profit organization that provides education and support to young women who are at high risk for breast and ovarian cancer. Bright Pink arms young women with knowledge, options and a great attitude, and offers companionship and empathy during their journey. Bright Pink empowers young high risk women to take control of their breast and ovarian health and in turn, grants them the freedom and peace of mind to live a beautiful and fulfilling life. • Education • Support • Community

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CancerCare Address

CancerCare 275 Seventh Avenue New York, NY 10001

Contact Information:

Phone: 212-712-8400 Toll-free: 800-813-4673

Email: [email protected] Website: http://www.cancercare.org Services:

CancerCare is a national nonprofit organization that provides free support, information, financial assistance, and practical help to people with cancer, caregivers, children, loved ones, and the bereaved. Services are provided by oncology social workers and are available in person, over the telephone, and through their Website. CancerCare also provides education information and assistance to health care professionals. Limited grants are available for homecare, childcare, or treatment. A section of the CancerCare Web site and some publications are available in Spanish, and staff are able to respond to calls and emails in Spanish.

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Cancer.Net Address

Contact Information:

American Society of Clinical Oncology 2318 Mill Road, Suite 800 Alexandria, VA 22314 Phone: 571-483-1780 or 888-651-3038 Fax: 571-366-9537

Email: [email protected] Website: www.cancer.net Services:

Cancer.Net brings the expertise and resources of American Society of Clinical Oncology (ASCO) to people living with cancer, their caregivers, family members and friends. Camcer.Net provides timely comprehensive information to help patients and families make informed health care decisions. • Information by cancer type • Expert Perspectives • Cancer Basics • Coping Strategies • Survivorship • Advocacy and policy • Cancer.Net en Español • Printed Cancer Guides

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Dr. Susan Love Research Foundation Address

16133 Ventura Blvd, Suite 1000 Encino, CA 91436

Contact Information:

Phone: 310-828-0060 (local) or 1-866-569-0388 Fax: 310-828-5403 Email: [email protected] Website: www.drsusanloveresearch.org

Services:

The Dr. Susan Love Research Foundation works to eradicate breast cancer and improve the quality of women's health through innovative research, education, and advocacy. • Blog • Dr. Susan Love’s Breast Book • Clinical Trials • Support • Informative Website • Education • Symposium • Army of Women • Walk with Love • Health of Women (HOW) Study

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Facing Our Risk of Cancer Empowered (FORCE) Address

16057 Tampa Palms Blvd West PMB #373 Tampa, Florida 33647 Contact Information: Phone: 866-288-7475 Fax: 954-827-2200 Email: [email protected] San Antonio Contact:

Rae Ann Reyna Local Peer Support Group Leader [email protected] 866-288-7475 ext. 712

Email: [email protected] Services:

FORCE was founded on the principle that no one should have to face hereditary breast and ovarian cancer alone. We are the only national non-profit dedicated to improving the lives of individuals and families affected by hereditary breast and ovarian cancer. • Outreach • Educational Webinars • Toll-Free Helpline

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Genotech BioOncology Address

Genentech, Inc. 1 DNA Way South San Francisco, CA 94080-4990

Contact Information:

Phone: 1-650-225-1000 Fax: 1-650-225-6000

Website: www.gene.com Services:

• Research Grants • Patient Education

Health Well Foundation Address

P. O. Box 4133 Gaithersburg, MD 20885

Contact Information:

Phone: 800-675-8416 Fax: 800-282-7692 Email: [email protected] Website: http://healthwellfoundation.org

Services:

The HealthWell Foundation provides financial assistance to eligible individuals to cover coinsurance, copayments, healthcare premiums and deductibles for certain treatments. This means that if you've been prescribed a medication and your insurer covers it, but you cannot afford the coinsurance or copayment required, we may be able to help by paying some or all of your costs associated with the medication. Also, if you are eligible for health insurance, but cannot afford the insurance premium, we may be able to help by paying some or all of the medical portion of your insurance premium.

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John W. Nick Foundation, Inc. Address:

120 Nebraska Circle Sebastian, FL 32958

Contact Information:

Phone: 772-589-1440

Email: [email protected] Website: www.malebreastcancer.org

• Male Breast Cancer Risk Test • Male self-breast exam information • Information on clinical trials for breast cancer that accrue men Mission Statement- To educate the world about the risk of breast cancer in men and to provide preventive and reactive measures to cancer through education and research.

Services:

LIVESTRONG.ORG Address

2201 E. Sixth Street Austin, Texas 78702

Contact Information:

Phone: 866-673-7205 LIVESTRONG Helpline: 877-236-8820 Website: www.livestrong.org

Services:

LIVESTRONG provides support to guide people through the cancer experience, bring them together to fight cancer—and work for a world in which our fight is no longer necessary. • One-on-one support • Cancer Information • Resources • Newsletter • Blog • Advocacy

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Living Beyond Breast Cancer Address

40 Monument Rd, Suite 104 Bala Cynwyd, PA 19004

Contact Information:

Phone: 855-807-6386 Helpline: 888-753-LBBC(5222) Website: www.lbbc.org

Services:

• Phone and Online Chat Helplines • Educational Programs • Offer Specialized Programs for young women, men, African-Americans and LGBT people

Male Breast Cancer Coalition Phone: Website: Social Media:

Peggy Miller 913-362-2196 http://malebreastcancercoalition.org Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/MaleBreastCancerCoalition Twitter: https://twitter.com/MBCC2014

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Metastatic Breast Cancer Coalition Address:

Metastatic Breast Cancer Alliance c/o Breast Cancer Research Foundation 60 E. 56th Street, 8th Floor New York, NY 10022

Website:

http://www.mbcalliance.org

Services:

• Clinical Trials for Metastatic Breast Cancer • Support Services • Increasing the knowledge of patients and caregivers

National Cancer Institute (NCI) Address

BG 9609 MSC 9760 9609 Medical Center Dr. Bethesda, MD 20892-9760

Contact Information: Phone: 1-800-4-CANCER (1-800-422-6237) Website: http://www.cancer.gov Services:

The NCI Collects and disseminates information on cancer. • Drug dictionary • Dictionary of cancer terms • NCI cancer information publications • Cancer research news • Clinical trial search help

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National Breast Cancer Coalition Address

National Breast Cancer Coalition 1010 Vermont Ave, NW, Suite 900 Washington, DC 20005

Contact Information:

Phone: 800-622-2838 0r 202-296-7477 Fax: 202-265-6854 Email: [email protected] Websites: www.breastcancerdeadline2020.org www.knowbreastcancer.org www.stopbreastcancer.org

Services:

The National Breast Cancer Coalition mission to increase appropriations for high-quality, peer-reviewed research and working within the scientific community to focus research on prevention and finding a cure; to increase access for all women to high-quality treatment and care, and to breast cancer clinical trials; and to increase the influence of women living with breast cancer and other breast cancer activists in the decision making that impacts all issues surrounding breast cancer. • • Newsletter-Call to Action • Advocacy o Action Alert Network o NBCC Advocate Summit and Lobby Day o Team Leader Training • Breast Cancer Information and Positionswww.knowbreastcancer.org • Breast Cancer Deadline 2020 Campaignwww.breastcancerdeadline2020.org • Advocate Training o Project LEAD Institute o Project LEAD Workshop o Clinical Trial LEAD o Quality Care LEAD o International Project LEAD

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The National Lymphedema Network Address

2288 Fulton St., Suite 307 Berkeley, CA 94704

Contact Information:

Phone: 510-809-1660 Hotline: 800-541-3259 Fax: 415-908-3681 Email: [email protected] Website: http://www.lymphnet.org

Services:

The National Lymphedema Network is an internationally recognized non-profit organization providing education guidance to lymphedema patients, health care professionals and the general public by disseminating information on management of primary/secondary lymphedema and related disorders, and education in risk reduction practices for all individuals at risk for or affected by lymphedema. • • • • • • • • •

Action Alert Network Information on Clinical Trials Information on Risk Reduction Information on Insurance Issues Information on support groups Information on available treatments Supports lymphedema research Newsletter and Website Lymphedema alert bracelets

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Partnership for Prescription Assistance Contact Information:

Phone: 888-477-2669

Website:

http://www.pparx.org

Services:

The Partnership for Prescription Assistance helps qualifying patients without prescription drug coverage get the medicines they need through the program that is right for them. Many will get their medications free or nearly free. The Partnership for Prescription Assistance will help you find the program that’s right for you, free of charge. Remember, you will never be asked for money by a PPA Call Center representative, or on the Web site. • Medicare Drug Coverage • Medicaid Programs • Patient Assistance Programs • Co-payment programs • Savings Cards-Texas RX Savings Phone: 855-469-8979 Email:[email protected]

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SHARSHERET Address

Sharsheret 1086 Teaneck Road, Suite 3A Teaneck, NJ 07666

Contact Information:

Phone: 866-474-2774 Fax: 201-837-5025

Email: Email: [email protected] Website: www.sharsheret.org Services:

SHARSHERET supports young Jewish women and families facing breast cancer at every stage during and after diagnosis. • Personalized support • Informational teleconferences and webinars • Connect with others with similar experience • Help with connecting with a genetic counselor

Triple Negative Breast Cancer Foundation Contact Information:

Services:

Phone: 877-880-8622-Toll Free Email: [email protected] Email: [email protected] Website: http://www.tnbcfoundation.org • • • • • • •

Helpline Support Groups Questions to ask your medical team Clinical trials Downloads TNBC video clips 100 questions about TNBC

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Young Survival Coalition (YSC) Address:

80 Broad Street, Suite 1700 New York, NY 10004

Phone: Fax:

877-972-1001 646-257-3030 Website: http://www.youngsurvival.org/

Services:

Young Survival Coalition (YSC) is the premier global organization dedicated to the critical issues unique to young women who are diagnosed with breast cancer. YSC offers: • Resources – booklets, newsletter, DVDs, online information • Connections – local affiliates, annual conference, online community message board • Outreach & advocacy All so that women feel supported, empowered and hopeful.

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Patient Assistance Programs CancerCare Co-Payment Assistance Foundation Address

CancerCare 275 Seventh Avenue New York, NY 10001

Contact Information: Phone: 866-552-6729 Website: www.cancercarecopay.org Services:

CancerCare Co-Payment Assistance Foundation is a nonprofit organization that helps people being treated for cancer afford the insurance co-payments on the prescription medicines they need. Limited grants are available for homecare, childcare, or treatment • Funding for Cancer Treatment (Including side effects and late effects) • Health Insurance co-payments • Lodging (during treatment) • Funding for Medication • Practical Needs (mortgage, rent, food, transportation)

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Patient Advocate Foundation (PAF) Address

8041 Data Point Drive San Antonio, Texas 78229

Contact Information:

San Antonio Jamilla Williams, Regional Case Management Director Phone: 800-532-5274 Fax: 757-873-8999 Email: [email protected] Website: www.patientadvocate.org

Services:

• Help with Unpaid Medical Bills • Clinical Trial Information and Availability • Co-Pay Relief Program o Phone: 866-512-3861 o Email: [email protected] o Website: www.copays.org • Case Management Services • Access to Emerging Medicare Therapies o Phone: 877-614-9240 • Access to Medical Devices • Access to Surgical Procedures • Insurance Appeals • Medicare Assistance • Medicaid Assistance • SSI/SSDI Application Assistance • Uninsured/uninsured Assistance The Patient Advocate Foundation Co-Pay Relief Program (PAF) provides direct financial support for pharmaceutical Co-payments to insured patients, including Medicare Part D beneficiaries, who financially and medically qualify.

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Patient Access Network Foundation Address

Patient Access Network Foundation P. O. Box 221858 Charlotte, NC 28222

Contact Information: Phone: 866-316-7263 Email: [email protected] Website: www.PANFoundation.org Services:

PAN provides co-payment assistance for patients with metastatic breast cancer. Qualified patients will be granted up to $7,500 per year to cover out-of-pocket expenses associated with their treatment. Patients, who earn up to 500% of the Federal Poverty Level, or $73,550 for a family of two, are eligible for assistance.

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Pharmaceutical Company Patient Assistance Programs Amgen Assist Address

One Amgen Center Drive Thousand Oaks, CA 91320-1799

Contact Information:

Phone: 877-776-5421-Bone Health Phone: 888-762-6436 or 800-282-7752-Uninsured Patient Assistance Fax: 805-447-1010 Website: http://www.amgenassist.com

AZ&Me (AstraZeneca) Address

AstraZeneca PLC 1800 Concord Pike Wilmington, DE 19850-5437

Contact Information: Phone: 800-292-6363 Website: http://www.astrazeneca-us.com/medicines/help-affording-your-

medicines/azandme-prescription-savings-programs

Services:

Prescription savings program for people without insurance • 90-day supply of AstraZeneca medicines provided at no cost • AZ&Me prescription savings program for people with Medicare Part D • AZ&Me prescription savings program for healthcare facilities

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Genomic Health (Oncotype DX) Address

Genomic Health, Inc. 301 Penobscot Drive Redwood City, CA 94063 Contact Information: Phone: 866-662-6897 Fax: 650-556-1132 Email: [email protected] Website: http://www.oncotypedx.com Services:

The Oncotype DX® test is a diagnostic test that helps identify which women with early-stage, estrogen-receptorpositive and lymph-node-negative breast cancer are more likely to benefit from adding chemotherapy to their hormonal treatment. This test also helps assess the likelihood that an individual woman’s breast cancer will return. The Oncotype DX test provides important information a doctor may use when making decisions about treatment. Post-menopausal women recently diagnosed with node-positive, hormone-receptor-positive breast cancer may also be appropriate candidates for the Oncotype DX test. • Bills insurance on behalf of insured patients whose authorized healthcare providers order the Oncotype DX test. • Financial assistance program for patients with financial hardship and a program for uninsured and underinsured based on financial eligibility. • GAP is designed to assist patients and authorized healthcare providers with any billing or reimbursement issues related to Oncotype DX test. • Oncotype DX clinical trial information • Patient stories • Resources • Glossary • Cancer Coach a mobile app tool for cancer patients www.mybreastcancercoach.org

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Genentech Access Solutions Address

Genentech Access Solutions 1 DNA Way, Mail Stop #858a South San Francisco, CA 94080-4990 Contact Phone: 866-422-2377-Genentch Access Solutions Information: Phone: 866-449-4372-HER Connection Support Line Fax: 877-428-2326 Website: www.GenentechAccessSolutions.com Website: www.CopayAssistanceNow.com Website: www.herconnection.com Services:

• Provides coverage and reimbursement support, patient assistance and information resources • Patient Resource Center-Connects patients and caregivers to resources within Genentech • Clinical Trial Information Support Line-Provides information about Genentech sponsored trials • HER Connection-The HER connection program will help make sense of HER2+ breast cancer and it treatment. Genentech® Access to Care Foundation - Genentech is committed to helping patients have access to their therapies. - For those eligible patients in the United States who do not have insurance coverage or who cannot afford their out-of-pocket co-pay costs. Since 1985 Genentech has donated approximately $2.3 billion in free medicine to uninsured patients through the Genentech® Access to Care Foundation (GATCF) and other charitable programs. For consideration of eligibility for resources from the Genentech® - Access to Care Foundation, the patient must meet eligibility criteria including income restrictions. Please direct requests for applications forms and more specific information on eligibility to: Genentech Access to Care Foundation Phone: 855-692-6729

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GSK Access Patient Assistance Program Address

GSK Access P.O. Box 52046 Phoenix, AZ 85072

Contact Information:

Phone: 866-518-3994

Website: www.gsk-access.com Services:

• GSK provides money, medicines, time and equipment to non-profit organizations to help improve health and education in under-served communities. • GSK Access offers prescription medicines for free to eligible Medicare Part D-enrolled patients. • GSK Bridges to Access provides out-patient medications to eligible low-income patients residing in the United States who do not have prescription drug benefits. o Bridges to Access 866-PATIENT • GSK Commitment to Access provides eligible low income patients with access to its oncology products that are used in an outpatient setting. GSK also provides reimbursement support services to help the patient find alternate sources for healthcare services. • Together Rx Access provides uninsured Americans with meaningful savings on a wide range of brandname and generic prescription products, right at the pharmacy counter.

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Lilly TruAssist Address

Website:

Eli Lilly and Company Lilly Corporate Center Indianapolis, Indiana 46285 http://www.lillyforbetterhealth.com/resources/truassistprogram.aspx

Contact Information:

Phone 855-559-8783 or 800-545-5979

Services:

Health care providers, advocates, and patients can access information about all of Lilly's patient assistance programs. Our goal is to improve patients’ lives by increasing awareness of our patient assistance programs by providing an easy-to-use resource for accessing information about our programs, product availability, and eligibility requirements.

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Merck Helps Address

Merck Corporate Headquarters 2000 Galloping Hill Rd. Kenilworth, NJ 07033

Website:

http://www.merckhelps.com

Contact Information:

Phone: 908-740-4000 Toll-free: 866-363-6379

Services:

The Act Program • Researches medical insurance and prescription plans for benefits • Verifies out-of-pocket costs • Works with health care provider to verify coverage • Searches for alternate reimbursement sources • Refers individuals to the MERCK Patient Assistance Program MERCK Patient Assistance Program Provides certain Merck medicines free of charge to eligible patients who do not have insurance. Must meet all of the following conditions: • Live in the US and have a prescription from a doctor or prescriber licensed in the US. You do not have to be a US citizen. • Do not have health insurance or other coverage options for the Merck medicine • Cannot afford to pay for the Merck medicine and must meet the programs income eligibility criteria.

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Myriad Financial Assistance Program Address

Myriad Genetic Laboratories, Inc. 320 Wakara Way Salt Lake City, Utah 84108

Contact Information:

Phone: (800) 469-7423 Fax: (801) 584-3615

Website: Services:

http://www.myriadtests.com Testing for hereditary cancer risk. Myriad is able to offer testing at no charge to uninsured patients that meet specific financial and medical criteria. Due to regulatory limitations, patients who are recipients of government funded programs (i.e., Medicaid, Medicaid) or those that have any third-party insurance are not eligible to apply.

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Novartis Oncology Address

One Health Plaza East Hanover, NJ 07936-1080

Contact Information: Phone: 800-282-7630-Patient Assistance NOW Oncology Website: www.patientassistanceNOW.com/oncology Services:

Novartis Oncology is committed to helping patients living with cancer receive the medicines they need. Patient Assistance NOW Oncology offers quick and easy access to information about the many reimbursement and support programs available. Support for patients includes: • Insurance verification • Medicare education • Assistance with denials/appeals • Therapy specific support programs for out of pocket costs • Assistance searching for other sources of coverage/funding that could alleviate or reduce costs for patients • Referrals to Independent Charitable Foundations for assistance with co-pay costs • Patient assistance for low-income and uninsured patients • Patient pre-qualified via phone screening for the Patient Assistance Program (PAP) will be sent a 30day supply of their needed medication while competing the application • Novartis Breast Cancer Resource Guide Novartis is committed to providing access to their medications for those most in need. Through a variety of resources, including the Novartis Oncology Patient Assistance Program, the Novartis Oncology Reimbursement Hotline, and our support of independent charitable co-pay foundations, Novartis has made a firm commitment to enable patients in need to access medicines.

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SANOFI Address

55 Corporate Drive Bridgewater, NJ 08807

Contact Information: Phone: 800-981-2491 Website: http://www.sanofi.us

Link to Patient Assistance Program: http://www.sanofi.us/l/us/en/layout.jsp?scat=F69BF7E321F7-46DA-B7D6-D02DC3CDBB3E Services:

Access to SANOFI drugs for uninsured low-income patients Sanofi-Aventis U.S. sponsors many prescription assistance programs in the United States and is a member of the Partnership for Prescription Assistance sponsored through the Pharmaceutical Research and Manufacturers of America (PhRMA)

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Other Local Resources & Organizations Organization Gilyard Medical and Oncology Massage Jensen Nutrition & Wellness

210-861-7828

[email protected]

210-386-5498

heidijensenrd@gmail

The Pink Boutique

210-614-3804

www.thepinkboutique.us

Circle of Cancer Care

210-802-1740 210-277-8111

www.circleofcancercare.org fertility-texas.com

Fertility Institute of Texas

Phone

Email or Website

Other National Resources & Organizations Organization In-Home Care Program

Phone 888-470-7909

Email or Website www.breastcancersociety.org

Annie Appleseed Project

561-749-0084

www.annieappleseedproject.org http://www.cancer.net/navigatingcancer-care/videos

Patient-Friendly Cancer Basics Videos ( Cancer.net) Pfizer’s Patient Rx Assistance Program Cleaning for a Reason Breast Cancer Brain Metastases Online Metastatic Breast Cancer Information Social Security Disability HelpBreast Cancer

888-651-3038 866-706-2400

www.pfizerrxpathways.com

877-337-3348

http://www.cleaningforareason.org brainmetsbc.org http://advancedbc.org http://www.disability-benefitshelp.org/disablingconditions/breast-cancer

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