EWBC Winter 2021 Newsletter
Read about COVID-19 & EWBC, enlarged lymph nodes with the COVID-19 vaccine, when and how often to have a mammogram, breast density, mammograms for the uninsured and more.
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Enlarged lymph nodes in the underarm after the COVID-19 vaccine
Dr. Destounis talks about enlarged lymph nodes with the COVID-19 vaccine: Enlarged lymph nodes in the underarm after the COVID-19 vaccine Stamatia Destounis, MD A side effect of COVID-19 vaccination can be swollen lymph nodes in the underarm on the side where the COVID-19 vaccination was given. This is seen now about 15-20% of the
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No Need to Quarantine Screening Mammograms
Stamatia V. Destounis, MD, FACR, FSBI | Elizabeth Wende Breast Care The emergence of COVID-19 in the winter of 2020, and the subsequent shut-down in many areas of the country, led to the cancellation of many routine screening examinations, screening mammography included. At the peak of the pandemic, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
The Role of a Genetic Counselor in Your Healthcare
Genetic counselors play a crucial role in people’s healthcare – from helping them navigate the genetic testing process, to identifying key information in their family health history, to supporting them through an important medical decision. Genetic counseling and cancer risk assessment can help people better understand their health, make informed healthcare decisions, and shape the
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Breast Cancer Awareness Month in the time of COVID-19
No Need to Quarantine Your Screening Mammogram Every October, without fail, we see lots of PINK! For most of us the pink ribbon is synonymous with Breast Cancer Awareness Month (BCAM), but do you know its origins? The first awareness month was in 1985, headed by Betty Ford after her breast cancer diagnosis, although the
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Who interprets the images at EWBC?
Our team of experienced breast imaging radiologists! Radiologists are doctors who have continued their education to complete a four-year residency in radiology. At Elizabeth Wende Breast Care (EWBC) we only have specialty-trained breast radiologists (versus general radiologists) who have also completed fellowships in breast imaging focusing on mammography and diagnostic breast procedures. Radiologists at our
Do you need a mammogram but don’t have insurance? Come to a special screening Saturday on May 8!
Elizabeth Wende Breast Care (EWBC) together with Cancer Services Program of the Finger Lakes Region (CSP-FLR) provide free screening mammograms and clinical breast exams for women 40 and over who do not have insurance. The program also pays for follow-up diagnostic exams if there is an abnormal finding during a screening. EWBC is holding special
We are here for your breast care needs
Exceptional care redesigned! At EWBC you can expect social distancing, enhanced cleaning and same day results in a new way. Patients are screened prior to and also at the time of their appointment. EWBC staff are screened daily. Everyone is required to wear a mask. We have spread out appointment times and furniture to help
Jessica Salamone, our genetic counselor wins award at RIT
Jessica Salamone wins Outstanding Teaching Award for Non-Tenure-Track Faculty
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Genetics appointments via teleconference
During this uncertain time, when a typical face to face consult is not possible, our genetic counselor is available for appointments via teleconference. You can safely participate in a virtual genetic counseling session from the comfort of your home. If you have a current appointment scheduled, our staff will reach out to you to discuss
