Breast Cancer Screening

Breast Cancer Screening services offered in Chinatown and Lower Manhattan, New York, Brooklyn, Flushing and Syosset, NY

Breast cancer screening can identify signs of cancer before symptoms develop, when treatment may be most effective. Because every patient’s risk is different, the appropriate type and timing of screening should be based on your age, medical history, family history, and other individual risk factors.

The experienced team at Bayard Street Obstetrics & Gynecology provides breast health evaluations and personalized screening recommendations at convenient locations in Manhattan, Brooklyn, Queens, and Long Island. Call the office nearest you or request an appointment online to discuss your breast cancer risk and screening needs.

What is breast cancer screening?

Breast cancer screening looks for signs of cancer before symptoms develop. Although screening cannot prevent breast cancer, it may identify the disease at an earlier and more treatable stage.

Screening may include:

Review of your personal and family history
A clinical breast examination when appropriate
Screening mammography
Additional imaging for selected higher-risk patients

Mammography is the primary breast cancer screening test. Visit our Mammogram service page for more information about what to expect.

When should I begin screening?

For patients at average risk, screening mammography generally begins at age 40 and is repeated every one to two years.

Earlier or additional screening may be recommended if you have:

A strong family history of breast or ovarian cancer
A known genetic mutation associated with breast cancer
A previous high-risk breast biopsy
A personal history of breast cancer
Prior radiation treatment to the chest
Other factors that increase your risk

Your provider will recommend a screening schedule based on your individual health history and risk.

What happens during a screening evaluation?

Your provider reviews your medical history, previous breast imaging, family cancer history, and any breast changes or concerns.

A clinical breast examination may be performed when appropriate. Your provider can then order the recommended breast imaging and determine how frequently screening should be repeated.

What happens if my result is abnormal?

An abnormal or incomplete screening result does not necessarily mean that you have breast cancer. Many findings are benign, but additional evaluation may be needed.

Follow-up may include:

Additional mammogram images
A diagnostic mammogram
Breast ultrasound or MRI
Evaluation by a breast specialist
Breast biopsy when appropriate

Your provider will review the findings and help coordinate the recommended next steps.

Schedule a breast cancer screening evaluation

Breast cancer screening should be personalized to your age, health history, and individual risk.

Call Bayard Street Obstetrics & Gynecology or request an appointment online to discuss your screening recommendations.

Breast Cancer Screening