3 Reasons to Choose Bedford Breast Center for Your Next Mammogram
More than providing access to the most advanced imaging technology, an exceptional breast center offers a personalized and comfortable experience for its patients. At Bedford Breast Center in Los Angeles, CA, the well-being of our patients is our focus. We believe that a friendly, home-like environment creates confidence and removes much of the stress associated
What You Need to Know About Breast Cancer Screening Now and for the Future
When detected early, breast cancer is a curable disease. A critically important part of early detection is getting regular screenings. If you have a strong family history of breast cancer, screening should be a regular component of your overall health care routine. It also helps to be aware of the different types of tests that
The Truth About Breast Health
Your Breasts Are Not Ticking Time Bombs “One in eight” is the scary, ubiquitous statistic that rings like a tolling bell and weighs every woman down with the threat of breast cancer. We all know someone who has had it, fought it, maybe beat it, or worse, succumbed. It seems like it is everywhere. As
10 Myths Breast Cancer Patients Should Know
“The goal of breast reconstruction is to restore one or both breasts to near normal shape, appearance, symmetry and size following mastectomy, lumpectomy or congenital deformities.” –American Society of Plastic Surgeons For breast cancer patients, recognizing the facts and myths in breast reconstruction surgery can be life-altering. By knowing how to identify myths and misconceptions,
3 Reasons to Consider 3D Mammography
Early breast cancer detection is key to increased survival, and the timeframe for detections keeps getting earlier due to advanced screening technology. Specifically, 3D mammography is a powerful breast cancer detection tool. Unlike traditional 2D mammography that only takes one static image, a 3D mammogram takes multiple images to create a three-dimensional picture, providing radiologists
Comfort in Numbers – a look at breast cancer diagnosis statistics with Dr. Heather Richardson, MD, FACS
Receiving a breast cancer diagnosis, or even finding a lump in the shower, can strike fear in the hearts of women everywhere. The devastating news about Kelly Preston shines a spotlight on the worst-case scenario for anyone touched by breast cancer. Dr. Heather Richardson of Bedford Breast Center in Beverly Hills, CA wants to ensure
I am a Breast Surgeon Prepping to Care for COVID Positive Patients
I am a general surgeon who practices breast cancer healthcare. I haven’t entered into an ICU in 15 years. I love that I get to care for patients at a glacial pace where I have an industrial amount of upfront information and make challenging decisions as a group, in part with direction from the patient
Addressing Hard Lumps After Fat Grafting Breast Augmentation
While fat necrosis – the lumps that sometimes appear post-fat transfer – is a troubling occurrence for patients after the fat grafting breast augmentation procedure, it is a benign event that is more of a cosmetic issue and a matter of physical comfort than a serious or life-threatening health concern. At Bedford Breast Center, we
Breast Cancer Surgery: What You Should Know
If a cancerous or pre-cancerous lesion is detected during a breast biopsy, a breast cancer surgery may be a recommended portion of your treatment. The following article discusses breast cancer surgery and the common questions patients often have about the procedure and the different treatment options. Bedford Breast Center offers comprehensive breast cancer care from
Will You Need Breast Reconstruction After Breast Cancer Surgery? What You Need to Know About Breast Surgery
The majority of women who have received a breast cancer diagnosis will have surgery as a part of their treatment. But is breast reconstruction surgery a necessary procedure for every patient? Can breast cancer surgery and breast reconstruction be one procedure? Bedford Breast Center specializes in providing comprehensive breast health services, helping patients triumph over
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Leslie F. Memsic, MD, FACS
