I am a Breast Surgeon Prepping to Care for COVID Positive Patients Posted on April 6, 2020 By bedfordbc I am a general surgeon who practices breast cancer healthcare. I havenโt 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 … Read More
What Should I Expect During a Breast Biopsy? How Long do Breast Biopsy Results Take? Your Questions About Breast Biopsy Answered Posted on January 21, 2020 By bedfordbc 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 … Read More
Breast Biopsy Procedure: What to Expect Posted on November 13, 2019 By bedfordbc Learning that you have a suspicious breast mass or other atypical findings is frightening. Bedford Breast Center offers comprehensive care, support, and treatmentย toย women experiencing the anxietyย of a breast abnormality or aย 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. … Read More
Reducing Your Breast Cancer Risk: 6 Healthy Lifestyle Tips for Women Posted on September 27, 2019 By bedfordbc 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 … Read More
The 5 Most Important Questions To Ask Your Breast Cancer Surgeon Posted on September 27, 2019 By Dr. Heather Halpin Richardson 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 specialists, Dr. Heather Richardson and Dr. Leslie Memsic strive to provide patients with a caring environment … Read More
Talking to Family About Breast Cancer Posted on September 18, 2019 By bedfordbc 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 for … Read More
Breast Reconstruction Without Implants (Updated 2023) Posted on May 27, 2019 By Bedford Breast Center The demand for safer, more natural reconstruction methods after mastectomy has led to the popularity of the Goldilocks mastectomy and SWIM breast reconstruction at Bedford Breast Center. Dr. Heather Richardson and Dr. Lisa Cassileth developed these techniques to offer a viable, natural alternative for those seeking cancer removal and breast reconstruction without implants or extensive … Read More
Biopsy for a Lump in the Breast: What You Need to Know Posted on March 5, 2018 By bedfordbc Finding a lump in your breast can be scary, but keep in mind, breast lumps arenโt necessarily an indication of breast cancer. In order to determine if a breast mass is safe or not, your doctor will likely recommend a breast biopsy. A biopsy for a lump in the breast involves the removal of a … Read More
A Primer on Breast Biopsy Procedures Posted on February 1, 2018 By bedfordbc When you or your doctor detect a breast lump, a breast biopsy is frequently recommended as it is the definitive test to rule out cancer. A biopsy removes part or all of the lump and the tissue sample is sent to pathology for examination. At least 70% of lumps biopsied are benign. Every breast mass … Read More
Top 3 Things You Need to Know About Mammogram Screening Posted on June 15, 2017 By bedfordbc Mammogram screening is an imaging procedure performed on women to ensure that the breasts are healthy and that no growth or abnormalities are present. It is an effective tool for the early detection of breast cancer in women. Here are 3 reasons to choose Bedford Center at Beverly Hills, CA If you have never undergone … Read More