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
What Should I Expect During a Breast Biopsy? How Long do Breast Biopsy Results Take? Your Questions About Breast Biopsy Answered
Finding a suspicious lump is certainly troubling however getting a breast biopsy results can be a relief and the first step to recovery. What is involved in having a breast biopsy? We discuss the types of biopsies and what can be expected from the results of your breast tissue pathology reports. Bedford Breast Center is
Breast Biopsy Procedure: What to Expect
Learning that you have a suspicious breast mass or other atypical findings is frightening. Bedford Breast Center offers comprehensive care, support, and treatment to women experiencing the anxiety of a breast abnormality or a breast cancer diagnosis. If you have a lump in your breast that requires a biopsy procedure to accurately diagnose, here is what you should expect.
Reducing Your Breast Cancer Risk: 6 Healthy Lifestyle Tips for Women
While many of us have a higher genetic likelihood of a breast cancer diagnosis, there are lifestyle choices we can make to mitigate breast cancer risk. The following article discusses health strategies you can follow to reduce your risk of developing breast cancer. Bedford Breast Center offers care for breast cancer in Los Angeles, specializing
The 5 Most Important Questions to Ask Your Breast Cancer Surgeon
The 5 Most Important Questions to Ask Your Breast Cancer Surgeon By Heather Richardson, MD, FACS At Bedford Breast Center in Beverly Hills, CA we strive to provide our patients with the best care to ensure optimal breast health. We are passionate about screening, early detection, and curing breast cancer disease. Our team of breast
Mastectomy or Lumpectomy Procedure: What’s the Best Treatment for You?
Mastectomy or Lumpectomy Procedure: What’s the Best Treatment for You? The following article discusses different breast cancer surgical solutions – mastectomy and lumpectomy procedure. Breast cancer treatment options are rarely easy to select. Many patients learn that they have more autonomy when it comes to their medical decisions than they either expected or are
Talking to Family About Breast Cancer
Talking to Family About Breast Cancer The following article discusses strategies for gently discussing your diagnosis with family and friends. Bedford Breast Center is a Los Angeles cancer treatment center, dedicated to providing compassionate care to diverse patients throughout their diagnosis and treatment journey. After a breast cancer diagnosis, one of the hardest tasks
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