Nellie B. Connally Breast Center

The Nellie B. Connally Breast Center is named for a breast cancer survivor and a tireless advocate of breast cancer awareness. Inspired by her memory, we treat each patient with personalized attention, armed with the very latest in diagnosis and treatment options.

As one of the largest centers for breast cancer care in the United States, we provided treatment in more than 40,000 patient visits in 2009. Our team of experts is dedicated to providing comprehensive – yet highly specialized -- treatment for all types and stages of breast cancer, including:

Inflammatory breast cancer
Breast cancer during pregnancy
Breast cancer in young women
Breast cancer in men
Rare breast tumors
Early, as well as advanced, breast cancer

And at MD Anderson you’re surrounded by the strength of one of the nation’s largest and most experienced comprehensive cancer centers, which has all the services needed to treat the whole person – not just the disease.

If you have been diagnosed with breast cancer, we’re here to help. Call 1-877-MDA-6789 to make an appointment or request an appointment online.

Why Choose MD Anderson?

Most advanced treatment for more common and rarest breast cancer types
Latest reconstructive techniques
Genetic counseling for women at high risk
Nationally recognized research program offers many clinical trials

Our Diagnostic Approach

At MD Anderson, you’ll find the latest, most-advanced technology and equipment to diagnose breast cancer, and a staff of experts highly skilled in its use. Because we know peace of mind is valuable, we offer genetic counseling for women at risk.

Our Treatments

Each breast cancer patient’s personal treatment team includes numerous experts, including oncologists, surgeons, radiation oncologists and a specially trained support staff. Since breast cancer affects so many parts of a patient’s life, your care team includes skilled plastic surgeons who are leaders in performing the latest breast reconstruction procedures. Our center includes a world-renowned inflammatory breast cancer clinic.

Our Clinical Trials

Breast cancer treatment and diagnosis is a rapidly evolving field. We are proud to be one of the nation’s few cancer centers to house a prestigious federally funded SPORE (Specialized Program of Research Excellence) to give patients everywhere futures filled with hope. This translates into a wide variety of clinical trials for every type of breast cancer.