Comprehensive Care

Meeting your every need, we extend a proactive approach to breast care, offering screenings, diagnosis and treatment for breast health issues – especially breast cancer – within one care network.

  • Crystal Clear Diagnostics

    From digital mammography to ultrasounds, we use the latest technology and highest quality diagnostic imaging equipment. Our team takes a multidisciplinary approach to diagnostics and treatment, from mammography screening and early-stage diagnosis to breast cancer treatment and dedicated, long-term follow-up care.

  • Genetic Testing

    Our team of genetic counselors works closely with you to understand your personal and family medical histories. Then, we run a simple genetic test that shows us any mutations that make you more likely to develop cancer.

    Call 913-632-9162 to speak to genetic counselor today.

Two senior women hugging each other.

Know Your
Risk Factors

At the High Risk Breast Clinic, our team of specialists know exactly what to look for when determining your risks for breast cancer and will develop a specialized plan that's tailored to your family history and background.

Risk factors of breast cancer include:

  • Inherited gene mutations associated with increased cancer risks such as BRCA1 and BRCA2
  • Family history of breast, ovarian or pancreatic cancer or a family member diagnosed before age 50
  • Chest radiation treatment before age 30

Meet Our Team

No matter your question or concern, our team is here to get you answers, connect you with the right resources and help you find exactly what you need within our care network.

  • Simran Elder, MD

    Simran Elder, MD

    Dr. Elder serves as the High Risk Breast Clinic Medical Director and is a medical oncologist and hematologist at AdventHealth Medical Group Hematology Oncology at Shawnee Mission in Merriam, Kansas. Dr. Elder earned her medical degree from the University of Missouri-Kansas City. She also completed her residency in internal medicine and pediatrics at UMKC, during which time she was twice named Internal Medicine Consultant of the Year. She then went on to complete a fellowship in medical oncology-hematology at the University of Maryland School of Medicine.

    Schedule With Dr. Elder
  • Lesley Hofer, APRN, FNP-C, AOCNP

    Lesley Hofer, APRN, FNP-C, AOCNP

    Lesley earned her bachelor of science in nursing from the University of Missouri-Kansas City and her master of science in nursing from the University of Central Missouri. She is an Advanced Oncology Nurse Practitioner (over 20 years of oncology experience) and a certified family nurse practitioner. Lesley supports patients in the High Risk Breast Clinic and has specialized training in Cancer Risk Assessments through the City of Hope.

    Schedule With Lesley

Hear From Our Patients

Lesley was incredible. Just so professional and knowledgeable, I felt so at ease with her. She put it all together. It's like the pieces of the puzzle finally went together. It's not just a job to her, she reaches people.

Janet

High Risk Breast Clinic Patient

Contact Us

To learn more or speak to a genetic counselor, call us at 913-632-9162 to understand your risk for developing breast cancer.

At AdventHealth, we're moving cancer care forward. That's why our dedicated team of specialists are here to care for you through your entire journey, from diagnosis to treatment. Click below to learn more.