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Get detailed information about breast cancer risks, causes, symptoms, treatments, research, and more. American Cancer Society Allison Cancer Center at Texas Oncology American College of Radiology Are You Dense? Be Aware Foundation Breast Cancer Resource Center Pink the Basin Gifts of Hope Breast Cancer Support Guide Book NQMBC NCBC NAPBC
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Karen Orozco, MBA, RT (R) (CT) Outpatient Imaging Operations Manager Karen has been an employee with Midland Memorial since 1991. She earned her Associates of Applied Science Degree in Radiologic Technology and her Bachelor of Applied Technology in Business -Organizational Management from Midland College. Karen also has her Master of Business Administration with an emphasis in Finance from the University of Texas Permian Basin. Karen has been a long-standing member of the American Society of Radi...
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The Breast Center provides screening and diagnostic mammograms, breast ultrasounds, stereotactic biopsies, pre-operative needle localizations and much more. Click the links below to learn more about each service. Mammography Ultrasound Bone Density Testing MRI Biopsy Services Needle Localization Lymphedema Therapy Lymphoscintigraphy Nurse Navigation Screening Mammography Women over 40 are encouraged to have a screening mammogram every year. A screening mammogram is for those who do not have a spec...
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The Breast Center is committed to providing lifesaving, patient-centered breast care. We believe you deserve the best possible care, which is why we’ve compiled a list of resources that may be beneficial to you. Pink the Basin Become a Pink Ribbon Company Community Education Group Mammography Night Local Support Groups Helpful Links
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To schedule an appointment, please call The Breast Center at (432) 221-2300. Exam Preparation Patient Information Registration Transportation Payment Financial Assistance
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There are different types of Breast Centers including Screening Breast Centers, Diagnostic Breast Centers, Clinical Breast Centers and Comprehensive Centers. The Breast Center, formerly known as Allison Women's Imaging, is a Comprehensive Breast Center . This means that we provide screening mammograms, diagnostic mammograms, breast ultrasound, needle core biopsies, breast MRI, pre-operative needle localization, lymphoscintigraphy and nurse navigation services. The Breast Center is the ...
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Our on-site comprehensive team allows us to expedite your personalized breast care. Learn more about our team of experts below. Our Physicians Our Breast Center Staff Our Comprehensive Team
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Why should I have a mammogram? There is so much conflicting information out there. When is the correct time to get a mammogram? I have heard it is alright to wait until age 50 to start mammography, why should I start at age 40? Will I be exposed to radiation? Are X-Rays and other images sometimes read by doctors in another town or state? I have heard it is important to compare previous mammogram images with a current mammogram. Is that true? What if my mammogram or ultrasound shows something concerning?...
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There’s no place like home….. there’s no place like home….. there’s no place like home. In the scary world of Oz, with all of its unknowns, Dorothy knew that if she could just get back to the familiar everything would be better. One in eight women will be diagnosed with breast cancer sometime in their lifetime. And although Oz had unfamiliar characters, being diagnosed with breast cancer, makes Oz not seem scary at all. Navigating the terminology and treatment options and making sure that the best decis...
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At The Breast Center, We Alleviate Unnecessary Wait Time When thinking about having your yearly mammogram, what do you dread the most? Taking time out of your day to schedule and then go to the appointment? The process of filling out the paperwork for registration? Having your breasts compressed? For many patients, it's the worry of what the results will be and knowing what to do next. The longer the process, the more you may worry. To help understand the importance of reducing unnecessary w...
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When it comes to breast screening, many people would believe it is one size fits all. However, at The Breast Center at Midland Health we believe in personalized care. There are certain factors that remain true; every woman should start getting her mammogram at age 40 and obtain a mammogram every year for as long as she is physically able. By doing this, she cuts by 40 percent her risk of dying from breast cancer. We also advocate that all women with dense breasts should have a screening ultrasound...
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