EXPERT
BREAST
HEALTHCARE
Expert
Breast
Healthcare
Defiant helps women navigate breast cancer and access care faster for breast symptoms.
What defiant does
Defiant is an expert breast health care navigation service
We support women through critical breast health moments, from first symptoms to breast cancer diagnosis and care. We help women with:
Today
Breast Concerns or Abnormal Results
Get seen quickly for breast symptoms or abnormal results—without waiting on a PCP referral
Within days
Understand Your Diagnosis
Understand your breast cancer diagnosis,
likely next steps, and what to ask
24/7
Ongoing 360 Support & Advocacy
Navigate your entire breast cancer journey from diagnosis through treatment planning
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Today
Breast Concerns or Abnormal Results
Get seen quickly for breast symptoms or abnormal results—without waiting on a PCP referral
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Within days
Understand Your Diagnosis
Understand your breast cancer diagnosis,
likely next steps, and what to ask
24/7
Ongoing 360 Support & Advocacy
Navigate your entire breast cancer journey from diagnosis through treatment planning
HOW IT WORKS
You don’t have to navigate this alone
Breast health care can feel overwhelming when timing matters and answers are unclear.
Most women go through this once. We do it every day.
How we help, based on where you are.
Breast Concerns or Abnormal Results
Meet virtually with a Defiant breast health clinician and get fast-tracked into imaging without a PCP referral.
Review symptoms or abnormal findings
Decide which imaging is needed
Fast-track mammogram and ultrasound testing
$99
(normally $399)
Available in
MA
NE
NH
RI
FL
Breast Concerns or Abnormal Results
Understand Your Diagnosis
Understand your breast cancer diagnosis in plain English so you know what it means and what is likely next.
A clear explanation of your diagnosis
Likely next steps
Questions for your first oncology appointment
Help finding an oncology team, if needed
$0
(free for a limited time)
Available
Everywhere
Understand Your Diagnosis
Ongoing 360 Support & Advocacy
Our most comprehensive level of care navigation.
Our clinicians stand with you through diagnosis and treatment planning and help you:
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Find and evaluate oncology teams
Coordinate tests and follow-ups
Prepare for appointments and decisions
Monthly
subscription
subscription
Pricing coming soon
Available in
MA
RI
NH
NE
FL
Ongoing 360 Support & Advocacy
Our GROWING COMMUNITY
Why women choose Defiant
Whether you’re experiencing symptoms, navigating a new diagnosis, or waiting for next steps — Defiant is here for you. Hear from other women like you.
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When facing a possible frightening diagnosis, it's difficult to wait weeks to be seen... I'm grateful that I found you.
— Shavon, 36
They found 3 masses in my breast. I don’t think I have ever cried so much in my life... but Defiant was there for every step.
— Priya, 51
It's maddening that it takes so long to get a diagnostic mammogram. If not for you, I would have waited another 10 days... that’s not okay.
— Allison, 29
I was so impressed by Dr. Palmer’s person-centered approach. I truly felt that she put my needs first and advocated for me well.
— Maya, 44
317K
estimated new breast cancer cases in women in 2025
Source: American Cancer Society
Meet our Doctors
Here to help, at every step
Defiant Care Team
Meet Dr. Christina Palmer
Meet
Dr. Christina Palmer
Dr. Christina Palmer
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Dr. Christina Palmer is a board-certified primary care physician with over a decade of experience. She is dedicated to making expert care more accessible, with a focus on early detection, prevention, and timely treatment, especially for complex conditions and cancer care. She combines primary care with thoughtful use of technology to help patients get answers faster.
She earned her medical degree from the University of Pennsylvania and completed her training at UCSF. Licensed nationally, she is committed to guiding patients through every stage of their health journey.
Defiant Care Team
Meet
Dr. Payal Srinivasa
Dr. Payal Srinivasa
Meet Dr. Payal Srinivasa
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Dr. Payal Srinivasa is a board-certified OB/GYN and physician leader with 15 years of experience. She’s passionate about improving patient access to high-quality, evidence-based care, with a focus on trauma-informed care and health equity. She has helped patients through life’s most joyful and challenging health experiences and is an advocate for using technology to enhance care—without losing the human touch.
Dr. Srinivasa earned her medical degree from Boston University and a Master’s in Health Care Innovation from the University of Pennsylvania. She’s received awards for patient experience and medical education.
Who WE ARE
Co-founded by Dana-Farber Cancer Institute
Defiant Health was co-founded by a global leader in cancer care.
Dana-Farber Cancer Institute is a Harvard Medical School teaching affiliate and National Cancer Institute-designated Comprehensive Cancer Center, recognized globally for cutting-edge cancer research and compassionate clinical care.
This partnership leverages Dana-Farber's leading clinical standards and brings that expertise directly to your care with Defiant—ultimately working to advance Dana-Farber’s mission to make world-class cancer care accessible to all patients, wherever they are. All clinical services are provided by Defiant Health and its partners.
This partnership leverages Dana-Farber's leading clinical standards and brings that expertise directly to your care with Defiant—ultimately working to advance Dana-Farber’s mission to make world-class cancer care accessible to all patients, wherever they are. All clinical services are provided by Defiant Health and its partners.
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Start your path forward for just $99
If gathering your records feels overwhelming, you can add our Records Retrieval Service for $49. Our team will request and organize your records for you, and your review will start as soon as everything is received.
how we help
Made for patients navigating a new result or diagnosis
With Defiant, you’ll receive answers and action.
We’ve optimized the process for faster results.
Clarity When It’s Hardest
We explain results and medical language in plain English so you know what’s happening and what comes next.
Faster Movement Through Care
We help reduce delays by coordinating imaging, appointments, and follow-ups so you are not stuck waiting or chasing the system.
Expert Navigation
We guide you through the breast health system with experience and intention. Most women go through this once. We do it every day.
Advocacy That Prepares You
We help you walk into appointments informed and confident, with the right questions and a clear understanding of your options.
Support during the In-Between
We stay with you during the waiting and uncertainty so you do not have to carry it alone.
Working With Your Doctors
We support your care team by helping you understand, prepare, and move forward more smoothly. We do not replace your doctors.
Clarity When It’s Hardest
We explain results and medical language in plain English so you know what’s happening and what comes next.
Faster Movement
Through Care
We help reduce delays by coordinating imaging, appointments, and follow-ups so you are not stuck waiting or chasing the system.
Expert Navigation
We guide you through the breast health system with experience and intention. Most women go through this once. We do it every day.
Advocacy That Prepares You
We help you walk into appointments informed and confident, with the right questions and a clear understanding of your options.
Support during the In-Between
We stay with you during the waiting and uncertainty so you do not have to carry it alone.
Working With Your Doctors
We support your care team by helping you understand, prepare, and move forward more smoothly. We do not replace your doctors.
CLARITY
Every woman facing a diagnosis deserves answers and care from the very start.
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Every woman facing a diagnosis deserves answers and care from the very start.
See how we can help