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.
When a woman faces a breast cancer diagnosis, she needs to remember that she has choices on this journey. No woman should have to settle simply because "that's the way it's always been done." This is especially true when it comes to preparing for a mastectomy. At Bedford Breast Center in Beverly Hills, CA, we …
A breast biopsy is performed to evaluate suspicious breast tissue for the presence of cancer or other abnormalities. While discomfort and pain levels vary by patient, most report only mild to moderate discomfort. The level of pain experienced during a breast biopsy depends on several factors, including the type of biopsy, the patient's pain tolerance, …
With advancements in medical technology and surgical techniques, more breast cancer treatment options are available than ever before. One such option is breast conserving surgery, which removes the cancerous tissue while preserving as much of the breast as possible. This procedure is an option for some breast cancers however, a mastectomy may still be necessary …
We understand that a lumpectomy raises many questions for patients, from "How long does a lumpectomy take?" to "Can I skip radiation after a lumpectomy?" At Bedford Breast Center, our minimally invasive lumpectomy procedures remove cancerous tissue while preserving the appearance and sensation of your breast as much as possible. This blog post will address some …
Have you ever felt a lump in your breast and, after having been evaluated, been told that there was “nothing there” and that you should just live with it? Many patients go through expensive, emotionally taxing, and time-consuming evaluations and, at the end of their journey, are essentially sent away with a figurative pat on …
Navigating breast cancer treatments and reconstructive surgery options can be overwhelming. SWIM is a revolutionary breast reconstruction procedure that does not require implants or free flaps. It stands for skin-sparing, wise pattern, internal mammary perforator—and was developed right here at the Bedford Breast Center in Beverly Hills, CA. The SWIM technique was developed by , …
Breast changes as we age are completely common. The breasts of a 40-year-old differ dramatically from those of a 20 or 60-year-old. Understanding what is considered normal for your breasts in your 40s can ensure that you maintain good breast health into your 50s and well beyond. Breast Changes in Your 40s As you grow …
Fat necrosis—the lumps that sometimes appear after fat grafting breast augmentation—is a troubling occurrence for patients after the procedure. However, having a hard lump after natural breast augmentation or reconstruction 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. Here, …
Breast Health Before, During, and After Pregnancy You should always take breast abnormalities seriously, but discovering a mass or lump in the breast during or immediately after pregnancy can be especially frightening. Here are a few common questions answered about managing breast health before, during, and after pregnancy by our Beverly Hills breast cancer surgeons. …
Mammography is an essential tool for breast health, as it’s one of the most effective methods for early breast cancer screening. The American Cancer Society reports that breast cancer makes up 30% of all women’s cancer diagnoses, so regular screenings are vital. Still, knowing where to go for those all-important screenings can be confusing. Is …
