Breast Care Center

Breast Care Center

Comprehensive Breast Care - From Screening to Survivorship.

High-resolution imaging, oncoplastic surgery, and personalized wellness in one coordinated pathway.

Our Breast Care Center provides comprehensive services including tomosynthesis mammography, automated whole-breast ultrasound (AWBU), breast MRI with AI lesion analysis, image-guided core and vacuum-assisted biopsies, benign breast disease management, oncoplastic and reconstructive surgery, radiation therapy, and systemic therapy integration. We also offer high-risk screening with genetic counseling and survivorship wellness programs to ensure the highest quality of care for all breast conditions.

5

dedicated breast radiologists and 4 oncoplastic breast surgeons

22,000+

screening and diagnostic exams performed in 2024

82%

of cases receive same-day imaging and biopsy.

90%

breast-conserving surgery rate for eligible early cancers

Common Conditions & Subspecialty Clinics.

  • Exercise oncology programs 
  • Yoga therapy 
  • Nutrition counseling 
  • Psychosocial support 

  • Prospective lymphedema surveillance 
  • Lymph-venous anastomosis (LVA) 
  • Compression therapy and education

  • Lumpectomy 
  • Mastectomy 
  • Nipple-sparing mastectomy
  • Immediate breast reconstruction

  • BRCA1/2, PALB2, TP53 mutation carriers 
  • Strong family history of breast cancer 
  • Prior chest radiation exposure 

  • Cyclical and non-cyclical mastalgia 
  • Blocked ducts 
  • Breast engorgement 
  • Breast abscess 

  • Fibroadenoma
  • Breast cysts 
  • Mastitis 
  • Gynecomastia 
  • Phyllodes tumor
  • Granulomatous lobular mastitis 

  • Screening and diagnostic mammography
  • Breast ultrasound
  • MRI for dense breasts
  • Incidental findings work-up

Procedures & Treatments.

Intra-operative Margin Assessment

with fluorescence imaging

Contrast-Enhanced Mammography (CEM)

for equivocal cases Surgical & Oncoplastic

Image-Guided Biopsies

Stereotactic, ultrasound, and MRI-guided core and VAB

Breast MRI with DWI & Ultrafast Sequences

AI volumetric analysis

Automated Whole-Breast Ultrasound (AWBU)

for dense-breast screening

Digital Breast Tomosynthesis (3D Mammography)

with AI CAD for density-adjusted recall

Intra-operative Margin Assessment

with fluorescence imaging Medical & Radiation Oncology

Nipple-Sparing & Skin-Sparing Mastectomy

with immediate implant or autologous flap reconstruction

Oncoplastic Level I/II Reconstructions

batwing, doughnut, reduction patterns

Sentinel Lymph-Node Biopsy

using dual-tracer ICG & radiocolloid

Breast-Conserving Surgery (Lumpectomy)

with cavity shave margins

Immunotherapy & Antibody-Drug Conjugates for triple-negative disease

Targeted Therapy—HER2 inhibitors, CDK4/6, PARP, PI3K inhibitors

Hypofractionated Whole-Breast & Partial-Breast Irradiation

Genomic Profiling (Oncotype DX, MammaPrint) to guide adjuvant therapy

Survivorship Clinic—bone health, sexuality, fertility, psychosocial wellness

Prospective Lymphedema Surveillance with bioimpedance

Risk-reducing mastectomy & chemoprevention counseling

Care Pathway & Coordination.

1
Screening / Symptom Referral

Screening / Symptom Referral

Mammogram scheduled within 48 hours; same-day ultrasound for recalls

2


Diagnostic Work-up

Diagnostic Work-up

Imaging review, biopsy if indicated; pathology turnaround ≤ 48 hours

3


Multidisciplinary Breast Conference

Multidisciplinary Breast Conference

Radiology, surgery, oncology, genetics outline treatment plan

4


Definitive Treatment

Definitive Treatment

Surgery, radiation, and systemic therapy per stage and biology

5


Reconstruction & Rehab

Reconstruction & Rehab

Immediate reconstruction options; physiotherapy-led arm-mobility program

6


Survivorship & Surveillance

Survivorship & Surveillance

Annual imaging, lymphedema monitoring, wellness, and risk-reduction coaching

Technology & Facilities.

3D Tomosynthesis Mammography Units (Hologic)

with CAD

Prone & Upright Stereotactic Biopsy Suites

3-T Breast MRI

with Dedicated Coil & AI Analytics

Oncoplastic Surgery OR

with ICG Fluorescence & AirSeal Insufflation

Prospective Lymphedema Clinic

Bioimpedance spectroscopy, laser therapy, compression garment fitting

Our Experts.

Dr. Frea Ramzi Perdawood

Dr. Frea Ramzi Perdawood

Consultant Oncoplastic & Reconstructive Breast surgeon
Dr. Mohammed Jouda

Dr. Mohammed Jouda

Consultant Breast Surgery, Surgical Oncology
Dr. Nehad Abdul Razzaq Abdulla Kazim Albastaki

Dr. Nehad Abdul Razzaq Abdulla Kazim Albastaki

Consultant Breast Imaging & Interventional Radiologist

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Frequently Asked Questions.

At what age should I start mammograms?

Women at average risk should start at 40. High-risk individuals may start earlier—our genetic clinic can help guide personalized timing.

How long does a biopsy take?

An image-guided core biopsy usually lasts around 20 minutes, and results are available within 48 hours.

Is reconstruction covered by insurance?

Most insurers cover reconstruction after a mastectomy. Our team will help you obtain pre-authorization and explain self-pay options if necessary.

Do you offer second opinions?

Yes, we offer second opinions. Please bring your previous images and pathology reports, and our team will conduct a comprehensive review.

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