Hormonal therapy is commonly used to treat breast cancer that is estrogen-receptor positive. Examples include Tamoxifen, Arimidex, Aromasin, Femara, etc. Hormonal therapy may be used at different points in a treatment plan, and to treat various stages of breast cancer.

This program will address questions many women have when considering or taking these medications:

• What are the different hormonal therapy options?
• What is the latest research?
• What are some of the side effects and how can I best manage them?
• I’m confused about possible changes in the recommendations: Should I continue treatment for 5 years… 10 years… forever?
• There will be opportunity for discussion, so please bring your questions.

PRESENTER: Mary Kay Barton, MD. Dr. Barton is Board Certified in Internal Medicine and Medical Oncology. She has practiced oncology in Westchester for 20 years, currently practicing in Purchase. Her practice includes a variety of cancers with a special interest and focus on breast cancer. Dr. Barton is on staff at Northern Westchester Hospital (where she serves on the Cancer Committee) and Phelps Memorial Hospital. Dr. Barton is also dedicated to education. She has held multiple positions writing and editing educational materials for patients and professionals, and is a contributing author for the American Cancer Society. Dr. Barton is committed to providing quality cancer care in an ever more complex environment.