National Consortium of Breast Centers established in 1986:
A nonprofit organization dedicated to excellence in interdisciplinary breast health & oncology care for the general public.
Our Purpose
NCBC is committed to delivering interdisciplinary solutions, strategies, models, and methods that reflect distinctive, holistic, and integrated approach to care. Guided by the core principles of nursing, imaging and oncology we strive to tackle complex health challenges while championing equity and advancing excellence in care delivery.
Core Principles:
- Person-, Family-, and Community-Centered Care
We prioritize understanding and addressing the unique needs of individuals, families, and communities, fostering care grounded in empathy, respect, and inclusivity. - Responsiveness to Social Determinants of Health
We actively address the social, economic, and environmental factors that shape health outcomes, driven by an unwavering commitment to equitable and accessible care for all. - Resourcefulness and Innovation
We harness creativity and adaptability to develop sustainable, practical solutions that maximize available resources and deliver impactful results. - Collaboration Across Disciplines
We emphasize teamwork and interdisciplinary integration to achieve comprehensive, patient-centered outcomes, reflecting the essence of a patient centered approach.
This mission underscores transformative potential as a catalyst for innovation, equity, and high-quality care in today’s dynamic and challenging healthcare landscape.
Mission:
Inform and Empower Caregivers
Serve as a trusted informational resource and provide support services for those caring for individuals with breast diseases through educational programs, newsletters, a national directory, and patient forums.
Promote Professional Specialization
Inspire healthcare professionals to focus and specialize in activities related to breast disease, and oncology care fostering expertise in this critical area.
Advance Breast Health Programs
Encourage the creation and growth of programs and centers dedicated to addressing breast disease and promoting overall patient management.
Foster Collaborative Research
Facilitate opportunities for interdisciplinary research to advance understanding and solutions for breast health and oncology challenges.
Define and Sustain Quality Standards
Develop core measures to establish, improve, and sustain quality standards in comprehensive breast programs and centers.
Provide Certification for Excellence
Develop discipline-specific advanced accredited certifications to elevate professionals specialized in delivering evidence-based, high-quality breast care, ensuring excellence in comprehensive breast care management and oncology management minimizing barriers to care.
Focused on advocacy and elevating healthcare for all groups and communities
Delivering evidence-based, high-quality breast care with a focus on excellence, while addressing the unique needs of marginalized populations, including BIPOC, economically disadvantaged individuals, LGBTQ+ communities, those experiencing homelessness, rural populations, immigrants, refugees, and others facing inequity and discrimination.