Breast Care Information - Frequently Asked Questions

This is a great, helpful idea.  Go this page for a monthly e-mail reminder to be sent to you (the link will open in a new web browser window).
 

Bring mammogram or sonogram films.  I do not need MRI films unless on a disc.  Also bring insurance card and driver’s license.  It helps to bring a friend, family member or tape recorder to remember all the info.
 

My office pre-certifies the procedures and finds doctors on your insurance. If there is a question with the bill from us or another provider, please call the office and ask for Joyce.
 

Some procedures call for injections or needles before being asleep.  In this case, I give an anesthetic cream to numb the areas.  Pain pills are prescribed as needed after surgery.
 

The anesthesiologist should call the night before surgery, if you miss the call, you will see him or her before surgery to ask any final questions.
 

1. Surgical soap sponge:  use the sponge side to wash in the shower before surgery

2. Pillow:  helps with discomfort under the arm after lymph node biopsy.  It also helps protect the breast while wearing you seat belt after surgery.

3. Info regarding support groups, follow-up appointments, etc. 

4. Pink bracelet for you.

5. Binder for any paperwork you want to keep organized.
    

Yes, deodorant only alters the mammogram but can be worn at any other time.