Elevated risk means your chances of developing breast cancer may be higher than average due to personal or family medical history, genetics, lifestyle or other factors. If you're not sure where you stand, we can help you figure it out.

Yes. If you know you have dense breasts and would like a specific plan tailored to your risk, our breast specialists can help.

No. While breast cancer is more common in women, men and nonbinary individuals can also be at risk. If you have concerns, we’re here for you.

No symptoms needed. This service is preventive, to help you manage your risk with increased clarity, guidance, and a proactive plan.

Yes. If it’s appropriate based on your risk, we’ll refer you for genetic screening and explain the results so you can take action with confidence.

We offer same-day or next-day virtual appointments. No waiting weeks just to get started.

Defiant currently offers services in Massachusetts, with other locations coming soon.

No referral is needed. You can book directly with our doctors.

Unlike most primary care or OB/GYN appointments, we focus only on breast health and risk. Our physicians have deep expertise and the time to provide highly individualized care for patients who are at higher risk.

Yes, Defiant can work with your current primary care doctor or other specialists (such as a gynecologist) to help coordinate your care throughout the process. If you don’t have a primary care doctor, we can still help you.

We’ll share your plan in writing and help you book any next steps—whether that’s imaging, genetic testing, or a follow-up consultation. We’ll then review your results with you and your current primary care doctor, if you have one. We stay with you every step of the way.

We’re here for you. If new findings arise, we offer an Accelerated Diagnosis service so you can get diagnosed within days, not months. 

All imaging and labs ordered by your Defiant Health clinician will be billed directly to your insurance by our partners.

Defiant Health is unable to offer some services to HMO health plans. If you’re unsure whether your insurance plan is accepted, reach out to us at support@defianthealth.com.

We work with self-pay patients and can help find the most cost-effective options for imaging and follow-up care, which will be out-of-pocket and in addition to the Defiant Health fee.

Yes, the diagnostic service offered by Defiant Health is considered an eligible medical expense that can be paid for using FSA and HSA dollars.

No. Imaging and testing are billed separately, usually through your insurance. We work with your providers to make sure you’re only getting what’s needed—and that it's as seamless as possible.

Dana-Farber partnered in founding Defiant because Dana-Farber believes that all patients deserve timely access to expert diagnosis. Dana-Farber powers Defiant through access to best practices and clinical protocols that inform Defiant’s diagnostic process.