Women and Breast Health at Baylor Plano

The Baylor Women's Center at Plano is ready to help you better understand breast health issues and know your risks of developing any problems, including breast cancer, which accounts for nearly one in three cancers diagnosed in women each year, according to the American Cancer Society.

The Center features a Women's Health Coordinator, a registered nurse, who is available to conduct personal breast health consultations to offer you the latest information about breast health as well as answer any questions you may have about screening and treatment for breast issues.

Among the services offered during a breast health consultation include:

• The latest information about breast cancer prevention research and measures
• Information and instruction about breast self-exam, mammogram and screening guidelines
• A computerized breast cancer risk assessment
• Explanation of any breast procedures
• Answers to your questions about potential treatment options
• Resources and referrals and support services

For more information about scheduling a breast health consultation, call 1-800-4BAYLOR or (469) 814-6753.

Breast Health Education and Support Programs

The Baylor Women's Center at Plano also offers several programs that help estimate your risk for breast cancer, give you the facts about breast cancer and support you if you or a loved one is facing a diagnosis of breast cancer.

Breast Health Screening and Early Detection

Early detection is important to successfully battling breast cancer. In addition to regular exams by a health care provider, you should also perform regular self-exams and have regular screening mammograms. The Imaging Center offers guidelines and information, as well as digital mammography and other screening technology to help you detect any problems early.