Breast, Comprehensive Evaluation and Treatment of Breast Concerns
The BreastCare Center at Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center offers a complete range of diagnostic evaluations, including mammography, ultrasound, breast MRI and minimally invasive biopsy techniques as well as consultation, assessment and management of breast concerns:
Benign Breast Conditions:
We now have a new benign breastcare program called the Medical BreastCare Program. This offers the opportunity for individuals to meet with a nurse practitioner who specialize in assessing benign breast conditions including.
- Breast lumps and thickenings
- Abnormal breast imaging
- Breast pain
- Nipple discharge
Breast Cancer:
Individuals may choose individual consultations with breast specialists or elect to be seen in our multidisciplinary breastcare program. The multidisciplinary team of breast surgeons, medical and radiation oncologists and nurse practitioners reviews the individual patient's history, breast pathologists review the pathology slides and radiologists present the breast imaging in a conference format and develop a comprehensive plan of care. This plan is presented to the patient as well those accompaning them on the day of the visit. The patient leaves with a written plan of care describing the treatment and follow up recommendations.
Cancer Genetics and Prevention Program:
Individuals with a family history of breast and/or ovarian cancer can be seen in our genetic risk evaluation program. A detailed family history and visit with our team of cancer risk specialists including a genetic counselor can help individuals learn about the risks and benefits of genetic testing. Individuals can also learn about risk reduction management options, and clinical studies currently underway at BIDMC. Follow this link to learn more about our comprehensive Cancer Genetics and Prevention Program
