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Early detection of breast cancer involves finding the disease at the earliest stage possible, ideally when it is small and has not spread beyond the breast. Early detection enhances the treatability of the disease and increases the likelihood of a successful outcome. Mammography is a critical component in the early detection of breast cancer: Mammograms […]

Every day at Elizabeth Wende Breast Care (EWBC), there are individuals who play a pivotal role in our mission to provide high-quality breast care and early detection services — our mammography technologists. Mammography technologists are integral members of our healthcare team. They are specialized radiologic technologists with expertise in breast imaging. Their primary responsibility is

As we approach National Mammography Day on Friday, October 20, we at Elizabeth Wende Breast Care could not be more thrilled to join the nation in celebrating this important day dedicated to breast health. This day serves as a reminder of mammograms’ crucial role in early breast cancer detection and the importance of regular breast

The FACTS (American College of Radiology) One in six breast cancers occurs in women in their 40s, and these cancers tend to be more aggressive than those found in older women According to National Cancer Institute data, since mammography screening became widespread in the mid-1980s, the U.S. breast cancer death rate has dropped nearly 40

October is Medical Ultrasound Awareness Month, and it’s also Breast Cancer Awareness Month. This is a great time to talk about the importance of breast ultrasound, a safe and effective imaging test that can be used to detect breast cancer early. An ultrasound does not replace the need for a mammogram but is often used

World Dense Breast Day, celebrated on the last Wednesday of September, is a day to raise awareness for women with dense breasts and the increased risk of breast cancer associated with breast density.  What does it mean to have dense breast tissue? Having dense breast tissue is normal and common (40 to 50 percent of

If you have concerns about your breast health, it is always recommended to consult with a healthcare professional for an accurate diagnosis and appropriate management. Many women, at some point in their lives, will visit their doctor with a breast concern. Although breast issues can present in many ways, some common problems women may experience

July 1, 2023 We are thrilled to honor Dr. Stamatia Destounis, one of our remarkable Breast Imaging Radiologists and the Managing Partner at Elizabeth Wende Breast Care (EWBC), as she reaches an incredible milestone of 30 years with our office! Dr. Destounis began her career at EWBC with a breast imaging fellowship under the direction