A Better Breast Health Experience

More than 40,000 women in our community choose The Center for Breast Health at Saint Thomas Health for breast procedures each year.

The Saint Thomas Health Center for Breast Health is a comprehensive, multidisciplinary breast care program. The Centers for Breast Health are fully accredited by the national Accreditation Program for Breast Centers (NAPBC), a program administered by the American College of Surgeons. We provide state-of-the-art digital mammography for screening and diagnostic needs, breast ultrasound as well as stereotactic biopsy capabilities. From education and prevention to diagnosis and treatment, our caring and knowledgeable staff will guide you through the process, all while offering these services in an environment that reduces anxiety and keeps the patient informed. Our goal is to offer the highest quality service in the most efficient and pleasant environment.

Breast Health Concerns

Most women experience some type of breast problem during their lifetime. If you find a lump or notice a change in your breasts it is important to not panic. Remember, most breast disorders are benign (not cancerous).

However, don’t ignore the changes. A woman’s chance of developing breast cancer increases with age, that is why it is so important to first speak with your physician if you regarding what your next steps should be.

Often your physician will recommend getting a diagnostic mammogram. Mammography uses an x-ray examination of the breast to detect important changes years for they can be felt. Mammography is the best way to find breast cancer at an early stage. During that visit you may also have a breast ultrasound. Ultrasound uses sound waves to distinguish the between normal and abnormal breast tissues, as well as the differences in breast masses.

Our board certified radiologists are experts at reading mammograms. They will interrupt your results and give make recommendations for further treatment the same day as your visit. They may even recommend a breast biopsy.

Breast biopsies are done using several different guidance techniques. The most common of those are Ultrasound guided Core Biopsy and Stereotactic Breast Biopsy.

These procedures provide a less invasive, more comfortable way to obtain tissue samples and evaluate breast abnormalities; in some cases they replace an open surgical breast biopsy.

Read more about procedures for early detection.

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