The Breast Health Clinic

At the Breast Health Clinic, we will provide a thorough and concise evaluation of your breast abnormalities and develop an individual screening plan for women who are at higher-than-average risk of breast cancer. This screening plan will minimize the number of diagnostic surgical procedures you will undergo and carefully watch for any signs of breast cancer.

The clinic is staffed by breast surgeons, internists, and a nurse practitioner with special expertise in breast disease.

 

When you visit the Breast Health Clinic, you can expect:

• A discussion of pertinent breast imaging tests such as mammography, ultra-sound, and MRI.

• A clinical breast exam by an experienced clinician.

• Minor procedures such as needle sampling or biopsy, when indicated for evaluation on abnormal findings.

• Pre- and post-operative care for patients who have had breast surgery.

• Appropriate follow-up care as directed by your doctor.

• Recommendations for a comprehensive individualized screening program.

• A referral, if appropriate, for genetic screening.

If you are concerned about a breast lump, have an abnormal mammogram, or other symptom like nipple discharge or pain, make an appointment to see one of our providers at the Breast Health Clinic.

Our goal is to provide state-of-the-art, comprehensive breast health services including clinical evaluation, diagnostic work-up, surgical evaluation, minimally invasive therapy, and clinical follow-up, as well as to serve as a teaching and research resource.

You will receive recommendations for a comprehensive, personalized screening program to increase the likelihood of detecting any cancer early, when there is the best chance for a cure.

If the results do show cancer, you could be referred to the Breast Cancer Specialty Center at SCCA or to one of our breast medical oncologist for further evaluation and to discuss your treatment options.

 

January 2008