Breast Health
St. Mary’s Breast Health Center provides advanced breast services exceeding the standard of care. We offer prevention, high-risk counseling, treatment—both surgical and medical—and screening mammography, all organized through one center. We want patients to understand that breast disease, as well as breast cancer, is treatable—and in many cases associated with long-term survival. We aim to be on the cutting edge of technology throughout this process and strive to create a compassionate and seamless experience. It is our goal to make sure the patient feels educated and takes an active part in their treatment plan.
Breast Health Services offered at St. Mary's Medical Group
All patients treated at St. Mary’s Breast Health Center will have access to a multidisciplinary team of experts in surgery, genetics, high-risk screening, medical oncology, radiation oncology, pathology and radiology, as well as reconstructive plastic surgery.
When should I see a breast surgeon?
Anytime a patient feels something abnormal in their breast, nipple, or armpit, they should see a breast surgeon. Abnormalities found on mammogram, ultrasound, or MRI would be an appropriate time to see a breast surgeon. Lastly, if there is a family history of cancer, visiting our high-risk clinic would be appropriate.
What is non-cancerous breast disease?
Many benign, non-cancerous diseases that affect the breast may need to be seen by a breast surgeon. These can be benign tumors, gross discharge from the nipple, dermatologic conditions of the breast, and more. It is important to make sure someone has differentiated these from a cancerous diagnosis.
Why did I get breast cancer?
Many patients have no clear reason why they develop breast cancer and nothing they have overtly done to cause it. There are hormonal factors that play into the development, as well as changes in a person's DNA during their lifetime. A smaller percentage is related to family history with a genetic mutation that is passed down through family members.
What are the stages of breast cancer?
Breast cancer stages are typically expressed as numbers 0 through IV — 0 for non-invasive cancers that remain in the initial location and stage IV for invasive cancers.
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