CentraCare to Open High-Risk Breast Clinic Focused on Prevention and Early Detection
CentraCare will expand its cancer services in April 2026 with the launch of the High-Risk Breast Clinic, a new program designed to help individuals understand their breast cancer risk and take proactive steps to protect their health.
Breast cancer affects millions of people each year. In the United States, one in eight women will be diagnosed during their lifetime. The new clinic focuses on identifying high-risk individuals and providing personalized care plans aimed at prevention and earlier detection, directed by guidelines from the American Cancer Society (ACS), National Comprehensive Cancer Network (NCCN), and American College of Radiology (ACR).
As a registered nurse, I see high-risk patients carrying uncertainty and complex questions. This clinic turns risk into action with personalized surveillance, genetic evaluation, risk-reduction strategies, and compassionate guidance. It helps patients gain clarity and control over their health while improving outcomes.
— Amanda Pohl, RN, BSN, High Risk Breast Nurse Navigator
The High-Risk Breast Clinic will bring together specialists from medical oncology, genetics, surgery, and radiology, supported by a dedicated nurse navigator to coordinate care and connect patients with resources.
"This clinic creates a clear, evidence-based pathway," Pohl added. "Patients move from uncertainty to reassurance, and providers gain a collaborative resource that ensures no high-risk individual is overlooked. It transforms fragmented care into proactive prevention."
Patients may be referred to the clinic if they have risk factors such as family history of breast or ovarian cancer, genetic variations, dense breast tissue, or previous abnormal biopsies. During visits, the care team reviews medical and family history, discusses screening options such as mammograms or breast MRI, and explores strategies to reduce risk.
The High-Risk Breast Clinic is expected to open in April 2026 at the CentraCare - Coborn Cancer Center.
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