Male Breast Cancer: What You Need to Know Posted on August 2, 2024 By Anna Darin, PA Though it is uncommon, men and people assigned male at birth can develop breast cancer. Women have more breast tissue and are at higher risk for breast cancer, but men also have breast tissue that can develop cancer. Male breast cancer is rare and makes up less than 1% of all cases of breast cancer. … Read More
Understanding Breast Reconstruction After Breast Cancer Surgery (Updated 2024) Posted on June 11, 2024 By Bedford Breast Center The majority of women who have received a breast cancer diagnosis will have surgery as a part of their treatment. But is breast reconstruction surgery a necessary procedure for every patient? Can breast cancer surgery and breast reconstruction be one procedure? This post will help you understand your options. Understanding Breast Cancer Surgery The prospect … Read More
Oncoplastic Surgery: Enhancing Breast Conservation Surgery Posted on May 10, 2024 By Bedford Breast Center At Bedford Breast Center, we prioritize preserving health and aesthetics, which is why we're proud to offer oncoplastic surgery. This specialized approach combines oncology principles with plastic surgery techniques to achieve optimal outcomes for breast-conserving surgery. What is Oncoplastic Surgery? Oncoplastic surgery is a sophisticated approach that blends the expertise of oncologic surgery with the … Read More
Breast Density and Breast Cancer Risk Posted on April 11, 2024 By Dr. Heather Halpin Richardson Many of our patients have had a lot of questions following recent media attention about the risk of breast cancer, density, and MRI screening. And while we have always routinely calculated the risks for all our patients and recommended personalized screening options, we wanted to address some of these concerns here. We feel that the … Read More
Navigating Fertility Preservation with a Breast Cancer Diagnosis Posted on December 7, 2023 By Anna Darin, PA A new breast cancer diagnosis brings a whirlwind of emotions, questions, and concerns.While primary conversations often center around discussing the type of breast cancer and treatment options, another conversation that should not be missed or delayed is regarding fertility preservation. How Breast Cancer Treatments Affect Fertility Chemotherapy Unfortunately, common treatments for breast cancer can impact … Read More
Breast Cancer Surgery FAQ Posted on August 28, 2023 By Bedford Breast Center 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 … Read More
Get Natural Results with Nipple-Sparing Mastectomy Posted on July 28, 2023 By bedfordbc 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 … Read More
Get Natural Results With Nipple-Sparing Mastectomy Posted on July 28, 2023 By Bedford Breast Center 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 … Read More
The Facts about SWIM Breast Reconstruction Posted on June 2, 2023 By bedfordbc 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 , … Read More
Have Questions About Breast Cancer? Listen to the Best Breast Cancer Surgeons in Los Angeles – Not Lifestyle Bloggers Posted on March 12, 2023 By bedfordbc Lifestyle bloggers have a very specific–and sometimes useful–purpose. They help us find the best restaurants, the most affordable home furnishings, and the most flattering styles of jeans for a pear or apple shape. Unfortunately, they all-too-often stray beyond the boundaries of the merely aesthetic, and into territory that may have lasting, and even negative, effects … Read More