From the patient’s viewpoint, images are obtained in a similar fashion to traditional mammography, however, they are stored in a digital format rather than on film. Since the images are immediately available, the amount of time a patient spends in the breast center is significantly reduced. High-resolution computer monitors allow us to enhance the images and closely evaluate areas that may be suspicious for early breast cancer. In addition, CAD or Computer-Aided Detection provides a “second read” of the images.
Tennessee Breast Center, Inc. offers a comprehensive scope of services including screening, diagnosis, surgical intervention and management of many different diseases of the breast. Our entire staff is comprised of women and as such, we understand the physical, emotional and educational needs of our patients.
Tennessee Breast Center, Inc., opened in 1991 and is the first breast center in East Tennessee to be developed by a woman surgeon, Dr. Melissa Trekell. Tennessee Breast Center, Inc. and the professional staff of Dr. Melissa Trekell and Amy Allen, Certified Nurse Practitioner recognize the need for high quality imaging and a team approach to treating breast cancer. The center is unique in providing services from diagnosis, treatment and follow-up in a single location, improving continuity of care and greatly reducing the anxiety of our patients. The center is dedicated to providing the highest quality of patient care and exceeds national averages in tumor detection size, patient outcomes and cosmetic results.
For more information on Tennessee Breast Center, Inc. or to schedule an appointment, call: (865) 984-9282 or visit our website: www.tennesseebreastcenter.com.
