Mammogram and Breast Biopsy - what’s what and when needed?

A mammogram is a radiologic (x-ray) view of the breast. There are two main types:

1) Screening: when you don't have a reason for suspicion of disease. It allows early detection.

2) Diagnostic: when you have felt a...

October is here - it’s Breast Cancer awareness month. Look for frequent posts this month. It’s imperative that we increase awareness in our communities.

 
American Cancer Society has published general guidelines for screening. These guidelines are for women at “average...

Cancer treatment also requires close attention to another type of toxicity - Financial.

With the rising out of pocket burden insurance companies are putting on members, this stress can be managed by ensuring

1) Medicare members have secondary insurance to pick the 20% of...

Every woman should know the following when it comes to your breast health and related early screenings

1 in 8 women in the U.S. will develop breast cancer in her lifetime.

85% of women with breast cancer do not have a family member with diagnosed cancer
39% drop in the...

Where as one can write volumes on the topics of Mammogram and Breast Biopsy, let's keep it basic and simple.

A mammogram is a radiologic (x-ray) view of the breast. There are two main types.

1) Screening: when you don't have a reason for suspicion of disease. It allows...

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

On March 18, 2018 Dr. Charles Conlon announced his retirement after an illustrious career spanning over 4 decades. Dr. Conlon’s office will close on April 30, 2018.  Thank you Dr. Conlon for your stellar career and patient care!

Dr. Bush...

I am humbled and feel honored as I welcome all who are transferring their care from Dr. Charles Conlon's office to our office. For those who are a little nervous with Dr. Conlon's retirement announcement, I want to assure you that you will find great compassionate care...

Honored to sponsor the State of Healthcare panel discussion with major FB hospital CEOs of slated for May 31. Organized by the Fort Bend Chamber of Commerce, it always provides good insight into our local area opportunities and challenges. Quality healthcare is critic...

Continuing with our theme during this month of Colorectal (colon) Cancer Awareness, let's make sure we are aware of some of the primary risk factors linked to colon cancer.

Like every cancer, colon cancer risks can be categorized as ones we can control (at least to an...