Chico Breast Care Center
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1720 Esplanade, Chico, CA 95926
1720 Esplanade, Chico, CA 95926
WebsiteAlthough Chico Breast Care Center (CBCC) is new, its roots in the community are not. As the most recent addition to the North State Radiology family of services, CBCC joins North State Imaging, North Valley Advanced Imaging, and North State Interventional Radiology, all long-established and trusted partners in the medical community. Until recently, our physicians and staff have been providing breast care services through North State Imaging (and its affiliate, Breast Care Center of Northern California) for decades. Chances are, if you have had a mammogram, you have seen us in the past.
But unlike the past, coming to Chico Breast Care Center will be an entirely new experience- one specifically designed for you, the patient. There was a growing vision among our breast care physicians to create a truly comprehensive, integrated center of services designed around every need a patient could have: screening exams, diagnostic work-up with mammography and/or breast ultrasound, breast MRI, breast biopsy, and if needed, referral for surgery.
However, this vision went beyond just the convenience of multiple services under one roof. Our physicians knew that the acquisition of new 3D mammography technology would mean 40% more detection of invasive breast cancers, and 40 percent less call backs due to false positives; that the ability to “Fast-track” patients who have advanced diagnoses’ would save lives; and that nurse navigation services would reduce fear, stress, and management problems for overwhelmed patients. Special alliances with pathology and surgery would be needed, as well as their commitment to work together.
These were the aspirations of an exceptionally dedicated group of physicians who saw the need, stepped up to the plate, and made it happen. Our new facility has multiple accreditations, the latest life-saving technology, and staff who can not only sympathize, but empathize with patients. We know the terrain that must be traveled, and understand the courage required to handle the emotional journey. When it comes to the world of breast care, we feel we’re the best travel partner you can have. Welcome aboard.
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08/29/2020
Provided by YP.comThey are kind, courteous, professional control freaks. They pressured me to get a biopsy I didn't need at all. They scared me into thinking I might actually have cancer when I knew I didn't. They offered me a slightly invasive less invasive procedure at first and then told me I'd misunderstood and the doctor had said from the beginning that it was going to be a stereotactic core needle biopsy. This involves a long, large bore needle with a wickedly sharp point that they jam into your breast using a trigger. They try to make this event sound as if it's easy and painless as brushing your teeth. It isn't. I went nearly insane at the thought of it. About a week before the procedure I began to shake and sweat, scream and cry and pound my fists on things at very of this gruesome procedure. I finally had to beg my primary doctor for tranquillizers to get up the courage to even show up and get it done at all. One of the techs took pity on me and put lidocaine cream on my breast so I didn't feel the numbing shot at all, but when the large bore needle was inserted I felt significant, uncomfortable pressure and a moderate, unpleasant ache. There were sharp tingles of pain, too, but those only lasted a few seconds and probably happened when the samples were taken. The results came back in two days and showed that the "suspicious" micro-calcifications were benign. All the terror, pain and unpleasantness was, essentially, unnecessary. I feel shattered even tho' the news was good.
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A completely new continuum of care that will change the way breast cancer is screened, diagnosed, and treated.
- Hours
- Regular Hours
Mon - Fri: Sat - Sun Closed - Extra Phones
Fax: 530-898-0533
- Services/Products
- The scope of “comprehensive breast care” includes everything from screening mammography to referral for surgery or oncology, and all that lies in between. It is an ideal approach for both patients and clinicians, who can work together more efficiently, accurately, and effectively to ensure patients have the absolute best possible outcome. That means things like customizing a schedule for high risk patients and fast-tracking all aspects of their care. It means increased access to biopsy services, and that all patients leave with a care plan, not questions. As diagnostic clinicians, the scope of our practice extends from imaging modalities, correlative physical exam, to biopsy and completion of pre-surgical staging. We have you covered, in a supportive and caring atmosphere. And, with the latest 3D mammography revolutionizing early detection, it is our hope that few of you will ever need our full services.
- Payment method
- all major credit cards, insurance, cash
- Location
- On Esplanade next to Big Al's
- Neighborhoods
- The Avenues, East Avenues
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- Categories
- Mammography Centers, Medical & Dental X-Ray Labs, Medical Imaging Services, Physicians & Surgeons, Radiology, Schools