Let’s turn awareness into action. 🩷 According to the American Cancer Society, about 1 in 8 women in the U.S. will develop breast cancer in her lifetime. It’s a powerful reminder of why staying informed and proactive about our breast health matters. But awareness doesn’t have to mean living in fear. It can mean knowing your risk, understanding your body and taking the steps that are within your control. Mammograms play an important role in detecting breast cancer early, sometimes before there are any noticeable signs or symptoms. So this Breast Cancer Awareness Month, let’s focus on action. If you’re due for your mammogram, consider this your reminder to schedule it. And if you’re not sure when you should begin screening, talk to your healthcare provider about what’s right for you.

In honor of Women in Medicine Month, we’re proud to spotlight Dr. Lisa Guerra, a board-certified, breast-dedicated surgeon at Breastlink in Newport Beach. Dr. Guerra knew she wanted to become a physician from a young age, inspired by the impact a doctor had on her own health and encouraged by her grandmother, an Army nurse and breast cancer survivor. Today, Dr. Guerra specializes in breast surgical oncology, including oncoplastic surgery and the management of high-risk patients. What ultimately drew her to the specialty was not only her love of surgery, but the opportunity to build meaningful, lasting relationships with her patients. Since beginning her surgical practice in 2008, Dr. Guerra has cared for women through many different stages of life, from young women navigating a breast cancer diagnosis and questions about their future to patients over 100 years old. She considers it a privilege to continue seeing some of the same patients she treated early in her career and getting to know their families over time. Her approach to care is also rooted in collaboration. Dr. Guerra describes the relationship between breast surgeons and breast radiologists as an “integral partnership,” alongside the medical oncologists, radiation oncologists, pathologists, plastic surgeons, genetic counselors and others who contribute to a patient’s care. Nearly two decades into her career, the purpose that first drew Dr. Guerra to medicine remains the same: helping people through difficult moments and, whenever possible, helping them get better. This Women in Medicine Month, we’re proud to recognize Dr. Guerra and the women in medicine whose expertise, compassion and collaboration continue to make a difference in the lives of their patients.

Because early detection saves lives, we're proud to invest in innovative programs that expand access to trusted breast care and help connect more women to the screening they deserve. When it comes to breast cancer, access to screening can be just as important as the screening itself. That's why our Mobile Mammography Program brings advanced breast cancer screening directly to communities, employers, and organizations across California and Arizona, helping remove barriers to care and making lifesaving screenings more accessible. Aboard Maddy, our mobile mammography coach, patients receive the same high-quality care they would expect at one of our imaging centers, including Hologic high-definition 3D mammography, Enhanced Breast Cancer Detection (EBCD®), and interpretation by RadNet's fellowship-trained breast imaging radiologists. Interested in bringing RadNet’s Mobile Mammography Program to your workplace or community? Visit the link in our bio to learn more.

Is it normal to experience breast pain? @CedarsSinai Breast Surgical Oncologist, Dr. Lauren DeStefano, shares her expert insight on the topic 👆💗 It’s important to note that breast pain is especially common in younger, pre-menopausal women. Fortunately, the vast majority of patients with breast pain do not have breast cancer. If you have any questions about breast cancer signs or symptoms, please speak with your healthcare provider.

Today is Breast Reconstruction Awareness Day! 💗 For many women, breast reconstruction is an important part of the healing journey after breast cancer. It’s about more than surgery, it’s about choice, empowerment, and restoring confidence.

Today is World Breast Density Day 🩷 Did you know dense breast tissue is common and can make it more difficult to spot cancer on a mammogram? Breast radiologist Dr. Brooke Caldwell explains what breast density means and why it matters. At Breastlink, we personalize screening, sometimes adding ultrasound or MRI, to give you the clearest picture possible. Ask about your breast density at your next mammogram. Knowledge is power!

You’re Invited to our Dance Your Way to Health Event with Breastlink! 💃🩷 When: Saturday, October 11th from 9:30 AM – 12:30 PM Where: Liberty Pacific Atrium in Tarzana 5411 Etiwanda Avenue, Suite 101, Tarzana, CA RSVP: breastlink.com/dance-2025

We’re proud to offer Breast MRI services at Liberty Pacific Advanced Imaging Tarzana, providing our patients with state of the art imaging and comprehensive breast care in one place. 🩷 Speak with your physician to see if Breast MRI is right for you. @RadNetImaging

Here’s a thread explaining the different stages of breast cancer and what they mean according to the American Cancer Society👇🩷