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Programs & Services


Breast Health Program

Diagnosis of breast health problems.

Provides assessment and diagnosis of breast health problems (e.g. lumps, abnormal mammogram or ultrasound, nipple discharge, breast pain). Development of treatment plan by the surgeon in consultation with client (and oncologist if necessary)
Services include:

  • consultation with a surgeon
  • booking of breast biopsies
  • arranging required blood work, scans, MRI, Cardiology assessemtn, CT as necessary
  • education about breast conditions (non- cancer and cancer)
  • help with navigating the healthcare system
  • referrals to other healthcare providers if needed

For women diagnosed with breast cancer:

  • health information about breast cancer and its treatment
  • support
  • one of the clinic Registered Nurses will act as a contact person to answer questions and concerns

Contact Details

Chinook Regional Hospital

Location Info
Unit 2G 303, Main Floor
Address
960 19 Street S
Lethbridge, Alberta
T1J 1W5
Telephone
403-388-6324
Fax
403-388-6647
Getting There

Parking map

Hours of Operation
Days of the Week

Monday
8:00 am - 4:00 pm

Tuesday
8:00 am - 4:00 pm

Wednesday
8:00 am - 4:00 pm

Thursday
8:00 am - 4:00 pm

Friday
8:00 am - 4:00 pm

Access
Service Providers May Include
mammogram technicians, pathologists, radiologists, registered nurses (RNs), nurse navigators, surgeons, ultrasound technicians
Service Access

Mammogram / ultrasound of breast and referral from health care professional is required before client will be accepted into the program.

Healthcare providers should consult the Alberta Referral Directory for service referral information.


Wait Times

Wait period is 1 to 3 weeks for an appointment

Service Languages
Interpreter/Translation services
Partners

Partners/affiliations

Radiology Associates, Jack Ady Cancer Centre, Canadian Cancer Society, Foothills Hospital

Also Known As
Acronym
BHP
Other
Breast Health Navigation, Breast Health Navigators, Breast Health Nurse Navigation, Breast and Cervical Health Program