Bedford Breast Center
436 N Bedford Dr, Ste 308
Beverly Hills, CA 90210
Phone: (310) 278-8590
Monday – Friday: 9 a.m.– 5 p.m.
Changes to the nipple or surrounding skin can be concerning, especially when they persist or do not respond to typical skin treatments. While many conditions can cause nipple irritation, redness, or scaling, some changes may be associated with a rare form of breast cancer known as Paget’s disease of the nipple. Understanding what to look …
By Dr. Heather Richardson As a breast surgeon, I speak with patients who experience anxiety at many different points in their breast health care. Whether you are waiting for imaging results, preparing for a biopsy, or concerned about a change you have noticed, uncertainty can be one of the hardest parts of the process. When …
Being told you need a breast biopsy can bring uncertainty, especially if you do not know what the procedure involves. Whether a biopsy was recommended after a mammogram, ultrasound, or MRI, understanding what to expect can help you feel more prepared. Today I am explaining how image-guided breast biopsies are performed, what patients may experience …
October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month, a time when conversations about breast cancer, early detection, treatment, and survivorship become more visible. Yet one important aspect of life after breast cancer remains underdiscussed: sexual health. Breast cancer treatment can affect vaginal health, sexual comfort, intimacy, and overall quality of life. Vaginal dryness, irritation, and pain during …
When breast cancer treatment includes chemotherapy, a port can make receiving treatment and having blood drawn easier and more reliable. But for many patients, another consideration may not come up until after the port is placed: where will the port scar be? For patients who have undergone breast surgery, reconstruction, or mastectomy, the location of …
At Bedford Breast Center, we pay close attention to the details that can make breast imaging a more comfortable experience. That includes not only the technology used for your mammogram, but also the experience of having the exam itself. We are pleased to announce that Bella Blankets® are now available for every mammogram at Bedford …
Breast cancer is often thought of as a disease that affects women, but men can develop breast cancer too. Although male breast cancer is rare, knowing the signs and understanding your personal risk can help ensure that changes are evaluated promptly. In the United States, fewer than 1% of all breast cancers occur in men. …
If you have ever received a mammogram report that mentions your breast density, you may have wondered what it means and whether it affects your breast health. Breast density describes how much fibroglandular tissue, compared with fatty tissue, is visible on a mammogram. It is not related to how your breasts look or feel, and …
When it comes to breast health, knowledge is one of the most powerful tools available. For many women, understanding personal risk factors can feel overwhelming, especially when trying to make sense of family history, genetic factors, and lifestyle all at once. This is where risk assessment tools like the Tyrer-Cuzick Model come in. Designed to …
An oncologically-sound mastectomy and gender-affirming, masculinizing chest surgery (Also known as “Top Surgery”) both involve removing breast tissue. Still, they are not the same procedure, and they are not performed for the same reasons. A simple mastectomy is a medical treatment used to remove breast tissue because of breast cancer or to reduce a patient's …
