At Winthrop-University Hospital,
breast health is more than just an
annual mammogram and a recommendation
for regular self breast exams.
Well beyond these basic yet essential
services, Winthrop provides high quality,
comprehensive breast care in a
supportive environment.
From routine screenings using the
latest diagnostic imaging to minimally
invasive biopsy techniques and state-of-
the-art treatments for breast
cancer, Winthrop offers a full-range of
breast services designed to support a
woman’s every need.
Pictured at the ribbon cutting celebration for Winthrop’s new Breast Imaging and Diagnostic
Center are (l.-.r) Enrico Perez, BS, RT, CRA, Administrative Director, Department of Radiology;
Orlando Ortiz, MD, Chairman, Department of Radiology; John F. Collins, Winthrop’s President &
Chief Executive Officer; Susana Fuchs, MD, Director of Breast Imaging; Frank A. Monteleone,
MD, Chief of the Division of Breast Services; Charles M. Strain, Chairman of the Board of
Directors; Palmira M. Cataliotti, Chief Financial Officer; Ed Chewens, Assistant Vice President,
Women and Children’s Services; and Linda Fox, RT(R)(M)(CT)MBA, Manager, Breast Imaging and Diagnostic Center.
“Winthrop’s Breast Health Center
is unique because it provides patients
with complete access to a full range of
quality services and specialists in one
convenient location. Patient care is
seamlessly coordinated throughout the
entire process,” said Frank A.
Monteleone, MD, Chief of the Division
of Breast Services at Winthrop.
At Winthrop, a multidisciplinary
team of Board certified physicians
and specialists provide comprehensive
risk assessment, diagnosis,
treatment and follow-up care to
patients. The team specializes in the
evaluation and treatment of all types
of breast conditions including benign
and malignant breast tumors, breast
pain, suspicious and abnormal mammograms,
previous breast cancer
diagnosis or positive biopsy, and
BRCA1 or BRCA2 genetic mutations.
In addition, patients have access to
comprehensive support services,
overseen by a licensed breast cancer
social worker who provides counseling
and assistance to breast cancer
patients and their families.
“Winthrop’s Breast Health Center
is committed to delivering the best
possible breast care every step of the
way,” said Dr. Monteleone.
The Breast Health Center team
works in close collaboration to ensure
patients have full access to all of the
vital programs and services needed to
maintain good breast health. Among
the comprehensive breast care services
offered at Winthrop are:
- State-of-the art diagnostic breast
imaging, including all-digital
mammography, ultrasonography,
MRI, CT and PET/CT scans;
- Minimally invasive biopsy techniques,
including stereotactic and
ultrasound-guided core needle
biopsies, fine needle aspiration
and MRI-guided breast biopsies;
- Breast pathology for early diagnosis
and treatment of breast disease;
- Conservative surgical techniques
for biopsy, lumpectomy and
mastectomy;
- Comprehensive medical oncology
and radiation oncology services;
- Advanced reconstructive surgery
techniques, including DIEP Flap
breast reconstruction and oncoplastic
surgery;
- Genetic counseling, including
breast cancer risk assessment
based upon family history;
- Psychological support for patients,
caregivers and children.
To learn more about the
comprehensive services available at
Winthrop’s Breast Health Center, call
1-866-WINTHROP.
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Vol. 20, No. 2
Summer/Fall 2010
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