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Breast Health

Specialized breast health services

Comprehensive Breast Care Center

There are many benign breast changes that can occur throughout one’s lifetime that can be a cause for concern when noted. The breast specialist team at the Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center (BIDMC) BreastCare Center will review any materials from prior breast assessments and perform a thorough evaluation consisting of a clinical breast exam and appropriate imaging workup to fully evaluate your concerns.

We work closely with our breast imaging colleagues to ensure you experience efficient comprehensive care by the entire team.

Care for Benign Breast Conditions

Breast concerns can be unsettling, but many common symptoms turn out to be benign. At the BreastCare Center, we provide expert evaluation and personalized care for both women and men experiencing non-cancerous breast conditions.

Breast Cancer Risk Assessment and Management of High-Risk Patients

Our BreastCare Center offers a multidisciplinary, comprehensive risk assessment, surveillance and prevention program for women known to be at increased risk and for those interested in learning about their risk for breast cancer.

A thorough risk assessment will be performed utilizing both standard risk assessment modeling (Gail and Tyrer-Cuzick) as well as the opportunity for the novel Clairity Breast AI risk assessment. BIDMC is the first medical center in the Northeast to offer this leading-edge, FDA-approved technology which provides a 5-year risk estimate for breast cancer acquired from a standard screening mammogram.  

Examples of high-risk conditions we address:

  • Atypical ductal and lobular hyperplasia
  • Lobular carcinoma in-situ
  • History of prior chest wall radiation as a teen or young adult
  • Family history of breast cancer

Our colleagues in the Cancer Genetics and Prevention Program manage individuals with known genetic risk for breast cancer such as those with BRCA mutations.

Screening & Diagnosis 

Regular breast screenings are important for early detection and peace of mind. We offer many screening and diagnostic services, including mammograms. Your primary care provider can help you understand which screenings are right for you.  

More About Breast Health

Your Multidisciplinary Care Team

Our team works together to provide you with the best care possible. Learn more about some of the specialists who may be part of your care team:

Expert Breast Surgeons

Our breast surgeons are experts in their field. They perform a wide range of procedures, including breast reconstruction and cosmetic surgery. Learn more about our surgery, general surgery and plastic and reconstructive surgery services.

Request a Breast Care Appointment

Ready to take the next step in your breast health journey? Request an appointment with our breast care specialists at BIDMC. We are here to provide comprehensive and personalized care tailored to your needs.

How to Schedule a Mammogram or Breast Care Appointment

Scheduling your appointment with our BreastCare Center is easy. If you are a new patient, please call 617-667-2900 or fill out our form to get started. Existing patients can use our patient portal for appointment scheduling and more. 

Your First Appointment

When you come to our BreastCare Center for the first time, we aim to make your experience as comfortable as possible. Please review our guidance on what you can expect during your first appointment.

First Boston Academic Medical Center to Earn Accreditation

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The BreastCare Center at Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center has achieved special accreditation from the National Accreditation Program for Breast Centers (NAPBC). In addition to receiving accreditation, The BreastCare Center also earned a Commendation. This recognition was based on our perfect score, meeting or exceeding all 27 standards set by this prestigious medical group.