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Contacting Us and Becoming a Patient
We Invite You To Call Us
Breast health is the only specialty at the Institute. Therefore,
everyone from the radiologists, to the surgeons, and to the
oncologists are focused on one thing and one thing only:
providing the very best treatment options possible for breast cancer patients.
Their collaborative team approach raises the level of medical
and emotional support to facilitate the best outcome for each patient based on her specific breast cancer.
Please call us directly at (480) 860-4200. We are open during normal
business hours, Mountain Standard Time.
What You Can Expect
Is this program for you?
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- Those who have had a positive diagnosis of breast cancer
- Those with previously untreated breast cancer
- Patients whose disease has relapsed after conventional treatments
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Patient Eligibility
Whether you are interested in an overall evaluation of your breast cancer
or want a second opinion, we invite you to call us for an appointment at 480-860-4200.
Because our service is FREE, you do not need to worry about insurance coverage or payments.
We are open during normal business hours, Mountain Standard Time. Our Patient Advocate
will be there to answer your questions and guide you on a path that best suits your needs.
All breast cancer treatments have long-term effects. Therefore, it is so important that
you understand your diagnosis and all of your treatment options, thoroughly, before making decisions.
Appointment Times
Once you have called our Patient Advocate, she will set up an
appointment for you to meet with the team of specialists. Appointments
are held each Wednesday, at the AIBH Office.
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On the Monday prior to the appointment, you will be asked to
hand-deliver or FedEx to our office, the following items: |
- Recent mammogram and ultrasound films along with associated reports
- A summary of any treatments you have had to date
- Pathology slides containing your biopsy or surgical tissues that doctors used to make the diagnosis along with lab reports
- Any additional x-rays, including staging studies
- CAT scans, if done
- Any other pertinent information concerning past medical history that applies
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Day of Your Appointment
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On the day of the consultation, the following steps will occur:
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- You will be greeted by our Patient Advocate who will review the next steps.
- A basic physical exam will be given to check blood pressure and vital signs.
- The Medical Board will review all or your records in detail.
- They will discuss and agree on treatment options.
- You will then meet with one of the doctors, who will review their findings and treatment recommendations.
- Our Patient Advocate will then meet with you again to answer any questions and summarize what was told so the information presented is very clear and there is no confusion.
- The Welcome Folder is then presented which contains breast cancer support documentation.
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Keeping in Touch
Our Patient Advocate will contact you during the weeks that follow.
The type of follow up varies based on your needs and the treatment
recommendations that were given.
Because a breast cancer diagnosis is devastating, our Patient Advocate
is available to support you throughout your experience, based on your
individual needs. It is wonderful knowing she is an available resource
who knows exactly how you feel!
Office Locations
The AIBH Patient Conference Facility is located right off the 101 Freeway and Via de Ventura.
The office number is (480) 860-4200 and fax number is (480) 452-0627.
The physical address for the patient conference is:
Arizona Institute for Breast Health
9055 E. Del Camino Dr., Suite 200
Scottsdale, AZ 85258
Our mailing address for patient reports is:
Arizona Institute for Breast Health
8896 E. Becker Lane
Scottsdale, AZ 85260
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