The Mammogram Callback
Tuesday, October 10, 6-7 p.m.
After getting a mammogram, it’s common to receive a callback which can be stressful and worrisome. Join Dr. Folashade Ajegba, Radiology at Baystate Health, for a discussion about mammography, what a radiologist is looking for, why you might get a callback, what happens next, and why the additional information you receive from a callback is a good thing.
Lumpectomy vs Mastectomy
Monday, October 16, 6-7 p.m.
Treatment options for breast cancer
can include surgery as part of the
full treatment plan. Join Dr. Jesse Casaubon, Baystate Surgical Oncology & Breast Specialists, for a discussion about the options for a lumpectomy and a mastectomy, the potential differences, factors determining the surgery, surgical techniques, cosmetic results, and recovery.
Precision Medicine in Breast Cancer
Monday, October 30, 6-7 p.m.
The treatment of breast cancer has evolved from a “one size fits all” approach to “precision medicine.” This means we now can tailor medical treatment based on the genetic personality of an individual’s cancer. Join Dr. Prarthna Bhardwaj, Hematology/Oncology, Baystate Regional Cancer Program, for a discussion about how molecular testing impacts targeted treatments and the advances that have been made.