Three Decades of Breast Cancer Support Through The Ellen Hermanson Foundation
The Ellen Hermanson Foundation is proud to support breast cancer patients receiving care at the Ellen Hermanson Breast Center at Stony Brook Southampton Hospital, extending our long-standing commitment to women on the South Fork. This partnership ensures that patients have access to high-quality, compassionate breast care close to home — supported by resources that help remove financial and practical barriers during treatment.
Understanding that a breast cancer diagnosis affects not only patients but their families, the Ellen Hermanson Breast Center takes a holistic, patient-centered approach to care, emphasizing accurate diagnosis, coordinated treatment, and support throughout every stage of the journey.
A Longstanding Commitment To The South Fork Community
For decades, the Ellen Hermanson Breast Center at Southampton Hospital has been a cornerstone of breast health care for the South Fork. Utilizing advanced diagnostic technologies — including computer-assisted mammography, ultrasound, and specialized breast biopsy systems — the Center is dedicated to early detection, precise diagnosis, and thoughtful, individualized care delivered within the community it serves.
Comprehensive Breast Health Services at Stony Brook Southampton Hospital
Led by fellowship-trained breast surgeon Dr. Edna Kapenhas, the team comprises board-certified radiologists, a pathologist, oncology nurses, radiology nurses, a patient navigator, and certified technologists. Additionally, satellite diagnostic services are available in East Hampton and Hampton Bays
Edna Kapenhaus, MD
Medical Director
Stony Brook Southampton Hospital
The Ellen Hermanson Breast Center proudly holds the designation of a Breast Imaging Center of Excellence from the American College of Radiology (ACR). This accreditation signifies the Center's commitment to excellence in breast health services, which include education, early detection screenings, and comprehensive patient navigation and support for breast cancer patients.
The Breast Center provides coordinated care across the full continuum, including:
Comprehensive breast imaging and diagnostics
Surgical care for breast cancer and benign breast disease
Medical and radiation oncology services
Multidisciplinary care coordination to support individualized treatment plans
Screening, follow-up, and survivorship care close to home
State-of-the-Art Technology for Timely Diagnosis and Treatment
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Digital Mammography with Tomosynthesis (3D Mammography)
The most effective screening tool for early detection of breast abnormalities is Tomosynthesis™, which, according to a 2014 study in the Journal of the American Medical Association, led to a reduced recall rate and increased cancer detection when added to digital mammography.
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High-Resolution Ultrasound
Used in conjunction with a palpable mass or questionable mammography to complete the diagnosis
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Hologic Affirm Prone Breast Biopsy System
The Affirm Prone Breast Biopsy System enhances patient and provider experiences by offering faster, more comfortable procedures through increased automation and superior imaging. With high-quality 2D or 3D Tomosynthesis™ imaging and a field of view over 6.5 times larger than older systems, clinicians can better visualize tissue and detect subtle lesions and faint calcifications that may be missed with traditional methods
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Breast MRI
Our technology uses the latest software available
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Ultrasound Guided Biopsies
Minimally invasive, used diagnostically in cases of a positive or suspicious finding
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Stereotactic Biopsy
Used diagnostically in the case of a positive or suspicious finding
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MRI Biopsy
Another diagnostic tool in cases of a positive or suspicious finding.
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Nuclear Imaging
Breast nuclear imaging, or molecular breast imaging (MBI), is a diagnostic technique that uses radioactive tracers to visualize breast tissue. This non-invasive method detects breast cancer by highlighting abnormal metabolic activity not visible on traditional mammograms. MBI is particularly beneficial for women with dense breast tissue or those at high risk, involving the injection of a small amount of radioactive material and imaging with a gamma camera.
How the Ellen Hermanson Foundation Supports Patients
Our Community Partnership Program serves these medically underserved and historically disenfranchised populations. We work diligently with our local Partner organizations – Shinnecock Health Clinic, Bridgehampton Child Care & Recreational Center (BHCCRC, serving the Black community and new immigrant populations), The Retreat/All Against Abuse (for victims of domestic abuse), and OLA (Organización Latino-Americana) – to bridge resources and fulfill our mission to educate, encourage early detection, and ensure those in need have access to treatment.
Treatment Related Support
Education About Early Detection
Free Mammograms & Treatment
Crisis Intervention Counseling and Group Support
Screening & Follow-Up Care
Oncolcogial Social Workers
Daily Living Support
Transportation Assistance
Childcare and Eldercare
Grocercies and Utilities
Financial Stability
Other Essential Expenses
Contact us
Information
(631) 726-8466
Scheduling for Breast Imaging/Mammography, East Hampton, Hampton Bays and Southampton
(631) 396-6400
Edna Kapenhas, MD, Medical Director
(631) 726-8400
Oncology Nurse
(631) 726-8402
Community Outreach
(631) 726-8715