Breast Clinic

Patient Stories

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  Tea Allegri

  It is a long trip from Caracas, Venezuela, to Rochester, Minn., but quality and efficiency motivate Tea Allegri and her husband, Luigi, to travel to Mayo Clinic when they have a serious problem. Read Tea's story.

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  Debbie Baselle

  When Debbie Baselle learned about a Mayo Clinic clinical trial to control hot flashes, she was eager to sign up. Read Debbie's story.

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  Sharon Francis

  Sharon Francis was working on a new design collection when the pain started. "I thought it was just a bad headache," she says. "Then I fainted in the elevator." Read Sharon's story.

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  Rolande Graves

  Professor Rolande Graves has faced her breast cancer the way she has faced any obstacle — with determination and a positive attitude. Read Rolande's story.

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  Craig McMillan

  Craig McMillan was shocked to learn he had breast cancer. But based on his family history, he says, "I shouldn't have been surprised." Read Craig's story.

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  Lynn Van Wagenen

  Lynn Van Wagenen and her co-worker Stephanie Carter fight breast cancer together. Read Lynn's story.

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  Janet Vittone

  Janet Vittone, M.D., two sisters and her mother were diagnosed with breast cancer in the same year — and received the same swift treatment at Mayo Clinic. Read Janet's story.

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  Rose Wells

  When Rose Wells was diagnosed with breast cancer, her faith and positive thinking helped to ensure she'd always be there for her family. Read Rose's story.