As seen on KTHV. A serious symptom of breast cancer may just be a harmless side effect of the COVID vaccine, and The confusion has some patients worried after their mammograms. Dr. Stacy Smith-Foley, breast imaging specialist at The Breast Center at CARTI, sits down with KTHV to give her recommendations. As women get their … Continued
By Dr. Stacy Smith-Foley, M.D. Most people are aware that October is designated as Breast Cancer Awareness Month. We see this reflected in news stories, community fundraising events and even athletes from the NBA to the NFL wearing pink gear. Being a dedicated breast imager, my professional focus on breast cancer is year round. But … Continued
As seen in Little Rock Soiree magazine. “After answering a few questions, you will undress from the waist up and change into a robe. A trained technologist will gently position your breasts between two plastic plates. Mild compression is applied while taking the images, and patients are only compressed to their tolerance. At least two … Continued
As seen on THV11 This October, Susan G. Komen Arkansas is working to better educate men and women about breast cancer prevention ahead of their More Than Pink Walk. Their goal is to bust myths about mammograms and break down barriers that make it hard for women to get them. For Dr. Stacy Smith-Foley, Breast Imaging … Continued
As seen in SavvyKids, October 2019. At The Breast Center at CARTI, mammograms are nothing to fear — a compassionate team, tranquil environment and precise imaging make it an easy and comfortable experience. From routine screenings to the early detection and treatment of breast cancer, The Breast Center at CARTI is committed to providing patients with … Continued
by Stacy Smith-Foley, MD Mammograms can show changes in breast tissue up to two years before a doctor can detect it via a clinical breast exam. Annual mammograms have helped reduce the mortality rate of breast cancer in the U.S. by nearly 40 percent since 1990. With screening and early detection, we can save lives. In … Continued
As seen on THV. Click HERE to watch the complete story. Getting a breast cancer diagnosis can be shocking and scary but it’s also growing more common. Breast cancer is the most common type of cancer for Arkansas women. That’s why a new Breast Center is opening in Little Rock’s CARTI Cancer Center. CARTI is hoping to make a major … Continued
CARTI Expands Services, Opens The Breast Center at CARTIComprehensive, patient centered care for all women CARTI announced today the opening of The Breast Center at CARTI. From routine mammography screenings to the early detection and treatment of breast cancer and benign breast disease, The Breast Center provides comprehensive breast care services in a tranquil, spa-inspired environment. The Breast … Continued
