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.
A breast cancer diagnosis can set off a cascade of emotions, and you might feel as though you have little control. One way to regain that control is by getting answers to your questions after learning about your diagnosis. Even though the list of questions may seem endless, we'll use this blog post to address …
Breastfeeding is a beautiful and essential bond between a mother and her newborn. However, amidst the joys of this journey, there can be challenges to overcome. One such challenge many breastfeeding mothers may face is – a painful breast infection that can interfere with this special connection. What is Mastitis? Mastitis is an infection that …
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 …
Many breast surgeons continue to remove the nipples when performing mastectomy—resulting in disfigured breasts and a loss of self-confidence for the patient. The good news is, there is another option available. Learn more about nipple-sparing mastectomy below. What Is Nipple-Sparing Mastectomy? Most breast cancers can be treated without removing the nipples. A nipple-sparing mastectomy is …
If you have found a lump in your breast during a self-exam, or a suspicious mass was found during a mammogram, don’t panic. The lump may a non-cancerous fibroadenoma. In this blog post, we delve into these benign masses and your treatment options, from surgical biopsy to our Minimally Invasive Lump Removal (MILR) procedure. What …
Your Breasts Are Not Ticking Time Bombs “One in eight” is the scary, ubiquitous statistic that rings like a tolling bell and weighs every woman down with the threat of breast cancer. We all know someone who has had it, fought it, maybe beat it, or worse, succumbed. It seems like it is everywhere. As …
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 …
