Wellstar Breast Health
The Comprehensive Breast Health Program at Wellstar is a complimentary concierge service that helps patients navigate their breast health journey.
Dedicated Breast Care at Wellstar
When a mammogram result is flagged for follow-up care, it can be scary and intimidating for patients and their loved ones—but at Wellstar, you won’t have to navigate your breast health journey alone. Our Comprehensive Breast Health Program will ensure you're surrounded in care with complimentary concierge services and a team of compassionate experts dedicated to guiding you every step of the way. Wellstar patients who receive abnormal mammogram results are automatically enrolled in this first-of-its-kind program—and nurse navigators will stay by your side through the entire diagnostic process, offering personalized counsel. As you search for answers about your breast health, the Wellstar Comprehensive Breast Health Program and its concierge services will make your experience more seamless with a tailored care plan, advocacy for your physical and emotional well-being, dedicated team members for scheduling appointments and education about your care options.Take charge of your breast health with regular screenings
Regular mammograms help detect breast cancer early. Women with average risk should get a mammogram every year starting at age 40. Women with a history of breast cancer in their family may get a recommendation from their doctor to begin screenings earlier.Wellstar offers several locations to get a mammogram. Call (678) 581-5900 to schedule your mammogram. You can also ask your Wellstar provider to put your mammogram order in MyChart and you'll be able to schedule the test online.High-Risk Breast Health Program for Women Over Forty
Women age forty and older who take the Tyrer-Cuzick Assessment at their mammogram screening appointment and receive a higher breast cancer risk score through this assessment tool are supported through the Wellstar High-Risk Breast Health Program. When an increased risk is identified, both you and your doctor receive this information so that you can take proactive steps for early detection and personalized breast health screening.Support and Services for High-Risk Patients
- A one on one review of your breast cancer risk score with a Wellstar breast specialist who understands the calculation and can help you interpret what the results mean for your health
- A personalized breast health screening plan that may include more frequent or advanced imaging based on your individual risk level
- Guidance on lifestyle changes that may help lower your breast cancer risk and support long term wellness
- Access to genetic counseling when there are signs that inherited factors may contribute to your breast cancer risk