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John Muir Breast Health Centers
Women's Services
John Muir Health's Breast Health Services focus on providing prompt, attentive care of breast cancer patients during screening, diagnosis, treatment and recovery. Comprehensive programs and services include advanced breast imaging, risk assessment, and self-examination instruction. A nurse educator is also available at both Walnut Creek campuses to provide information, support and referral.
Breast Health Referral & Information Service
Nurse Educators are available to provide individualized support and education as well as connection to available community resources and assistance in navigating through John Muir Health. Visit our website at johnmuirhealth.com/cancer. Concord Campus, weekdays call (925) 947-3322. Walnut Creek Campus call (925) 947-3322.
Free
Every Woman Counts Program
Central/East Contra Costa County low-income, uninsured or underinsured women who are over 40 are offered access to mammograms, clinical breast examinations, medical diagnosis and education. Call (925) 674-2001 for eligibility information or to make an appointment.
Free
Rapid Pathway
Within 72 hours of referral, arrangements are made for patients at John Muir Medical CenterSM- Walnut Creek or Concord Campus, to see a breast surgeon, followed by review of the case by a multidisciplinary consultative tumor board that makes recommendations regarding treatment options. Call (925) 947-3322 or (925) 674-2001 for more information.
Additional Fee Required
We are here for education, support and to help you navigate your way through your diagnosis, treatment and recovery.
Call (925) 947-3322.
Genetic Counseling and Cancer Risk Assessment/Testing Service
An individual assessment of hereditary and non-hereditary risk factors is provided as well as information that can be used to make decisions about follow-up and genetic testing. Call (925) 674-2581 for more information.
Additional Fee Required
Breast Cancer Risk Analysis/Genetic Counseling
An analysis that includes an individual assessment of familial and other risk factors as well as surveillance recommendations is offered. Call (925) 674-2581 or (925) 674-2207 for more information.
Additional Fee Required
Breast Cancer Second Opinion Panel - Walnut Creek Campus
A multidisciplinary panel of medical experts at John Muir Medical Center-Walnut Creek, reviews the cases of women diagnosed with breast cancer and offers treatment recommendations. Available by appointment on Wednesdays from noon to 2 p.m. Call (925) 947-3322 for more information.
Additional Fee Required
Breast Cancer Second Opinion Panel - Concord Campus
A multidisciplinary panel of medical experts at John Muir Medical Center-Concord Campus, reviews the cases of women diagnosed with breast cancer and offers treatment recommendations. Available by appointment on Mondays from 1:30 to 3 p.m. Call (925) 674-2001 for more information.
Additional Fee Required
Breast Self-Examination Instruction
Breast health nurses at John Muir Medical Center-Concord Campus and John Muir Medical Center-Walnut Creek Campuss are available to provide one-on-one breast self-examination instruction. Call John Muir Medical Center-Concord Campus at (925) 674-2001 or John Muir at (925) 947-4465 for more information.
Free.
Newly Diagnosed Breast Cancer Education for Couples
This course addresses the medical, physical, social and psychological effects of breast cancer. Meets alternately at John Muir Medical Centers-Walnut Creek or Concord campuses. Pre-registration required. Call (925) 947-3322 or (925) 674-2001 for dates, times and more information.
Free
[back to top]Screening Mammography
Outpatient mammography screenings utilizing state-of-the-art computer assisted detection (CAD), is offered by appointment at multiple sites. A physician's referral is required. Digital mammography is only offered at the John Muir Outpatient CenterSM, Brentwood. Register online for a screening mammography.
Brentwood Site
John Muir Outpatient Center, Brentwood
2400 Balfour Road
For information or appointment call (925) 308-8123
Concord Sites
John Muir Medical Center-Concord Campus
2540 East Street
For information or appointment call (925) 674-2250
John Muir Medical Group
2700 Grant Street, Suite 200
For information or appointment call (925) 677-0524
Walnut Creek Sites
John Muir Medical Center-Walnut Creek Campus
1601 Ygnacio Valley Road
For information or appointment call (925) 947-5320
John Muir Outpatient Center, Tice Valley/Rossmoor
1220 Rossmoor Parkway, Suite 8
For information or appointment call (925) 988-7547
John Muir Outpatient Imaging
122 La Casa Via, Suite 120
For information or to make an appointment call (925) 295-1500.
John Muir Women's Health Center®
1656 North California Blvd. Suite 200
For information or appointment call (925) 947-5320
Breast Health Awareness Instruction
Breast health nurses are available to provide one-on-one or group breast health awareness instruction. Call John Muir Medical Center-Concord Campus at (925) 674-2001 or John Muir Medical Center-Walnut Creek Campus, at (925) 947-3322 for more information.
Free
Support Group for Younger Women with Breast Cancer
Utilizing both education and support, issues addressed in this support group may include, but are not limited to, fertility issues, surgically or chemically-induced menopausal concerns, cancer diagnosis effects on children and family. Meets fourth Wednesday of each month from 7-9 p.m. at John Muir Medical Center-Walnut Creek Campus. Call (925) 947-3322 for more information.
Free
Advanced Breast Cancer Support Group
A drop-in support group for women with advanced breast cancer. Meets in the Cancer Library at John Muir Medical Center-Concord. Co-sponsored by Anna's Program. Second Thursday of each month 2:30 - 4 p.m. Call (925) 674-2001 for information.
Free
The Wig Source
The John Muir Medical Center-Walnut Creek Campus Auxiliary provides free wigs to women and children experiencing hair loss due to medical treatment, such as chemotherapy for cancer. This service is provided regardless of where treatment is being received. The Wig Source provides free fittings and services on the second and fourth Friday of each month by appointment at the John Muir Women's Health Center. Call (925) 947-5328 for more information.
Free
Check our Events Calendar for upcoming Breast Health events, or call (925) John Muir Medical Center-Concord Campus at (925) 674-2190 or John Muir Medical Center-Walnut Creek Campus at (925) 947-3322.