Breast HealthCare Center

Mammograms and low-dose CT scans can help detect cancer early—when it is most treatable—long before it can be felt, and symptoms appear.

By discovering cancer at an early stage, these preventative screenings can help improve the odds of survival and reduce the need for more extensive treatment.

Michelle Mondello was breastfeeding her youngest child of three when she noticed a lump in her breast. Michelle was only 35 years old and had no family history of breast cancer. Because of her age and background, she wasn’t a candidate for regular mammograms. But after a biopsy at the Breast HealthCare Center at Missouri Baptist Medical Center, Michelle was diagnosed with triple-negative breast cancer (TNBC), an aggressive form of cancer that accounts for 10 to 15 percent of all breast cancers.

Suzanne Braun credits her care team at Missouri Baptist Medical Center and her own diligence with saving her life. Braun, who went through ovarian cancer in her early 20s, said that health crisis impressed upon her the importance of regular doctor visits and an annual mammogram.

Even though Jessica Hayes had no family history of breast cancer, as an assistant administrator at Delmar Gardens of Creve Coeur, she knew the importance of breast cancer screenings. “Work keeps me busy, and Missouri Baptist Medical Center’s Mammography Van had scheduled times at Delmar Gardens for residents and employees, making it convenient for me to get screened.”

There’s nothing more beautiful than being proactive about your health. And that means taking time to schedule your annual mammogram. If you cannot afford a mammogram, you may be eligible for a free exam through one of Missouri Baptist Breast HealthCare Center’s grant programs.

The National Quality Measures for Breast Centers Program has recertified the Missouri Baptist Breast HealthCare Center as a Certified Quality Breast Center of Excellence.

Whatever you think you know about mammograms, add comfort. Take a tour and learn more about the Missouri Baptist Breast HealthCare Center - where 3D mammography is the standard of care.

As a former marketing executive at Anheuser-Busch and a sales and operations vice president with Staples, Geri saw her diagnosis as just another challenge that needed an execution strategy.

All Missouri women who would benefit from 3D mammography, also called tomosynthesis, can now receive those benefits, regardless of their insurance, thanks to a state law that went into effect Jan. 1, 2019, requiring all insurance providers to cover the cost of the procedure. Experts across BJC say the law is a win for women.

Breast self-exam is done once a month so that you become familiar with the usual appearance and feel of your own breasts. The best time to do a breast self-exam is two to three days after the end of your period, when your breasts are less likely to be tender or swollen.

If you discover anything unusual, such as lumps, discharge from the nipple or dimpling or puckering of the skin, you should see your doctor at once. Remember, eight out of 10 biopsied breast lumps are not cancer.

The Breast HealthCare Center's Mobile Mammography van brings routine screening mammography services to neighborhoods across St. Louis and towns in rural Missouri.

Theresa Taylor wasn’t looking for a new job. She enjoyed her career in risk management, first with BJC HealthCare and then at Missouri Baptist. But then an opportunity came along early in 2013 that she felt “seemed just right.”  As a two-time breast cancer survivor, Theresa realized she might be able to help others, as so many have done for her.

The Breast Cancer Risk Assessment & Genetic Counseling Program at Missouri Baptist Medical Center provides comprehensive breast cancer screenings and customized surveillance plan for patients with an increased risk of breast cancer.

Experiencing a breast problem is frightening  and overwhelming without the added difficulty of navigating a complex healthcare delivery system.

Have you been told you may have a breast problem or received a diagnosis of breast cancer? Our team of physicians and specially-trained nurses is here to help.