I'm kinda nervous about the whole thing to be honest. I wasn't at first but now I am.

It's best to include the surgeon so she can see what the radiologist sees - try to have an MRI mammo. I was diagnosed with a "little mass" that was initially called an early cancer with a lumpectomy recommended, but because of family history of breast cancer my surgeon referred me for the MRI and there was much more cancer than had been detected by the standard mammogram or identified by the biopsy. That wasn't recommended by the radiologist, but it saved my life. Stage 3, radical mastectomy. Chemo, radiation and 10 years of drug therapy. Radiologists are not surgeons. I wish you the best with all of my heart.

I had mine done by a surgeon. I would not feel comfortable with a radiologist doing it. I met with him beforehand and he scared the daylights out of me. But the day of the biopsy it was comforting to have him doing it.

I had mine done by a Diagnostic Radiologist and not sure I would have been comfortable with a surgeon. The Radiologist works at a Breast Center so this is all she deals with. I felt very comfortable that someone whose sole focus was breasts and their abnormalities was going to do the best for me.

@Annegriet - if you are having a ultrasound, mammogram or MRI biopsy with a core needle, then the the radiologist at the breast center performs the biopsy (they are trained on needle biopsies. If you are having an excision biopsy the surgeon performs it because it is considered surgery and you will be under general anthesia. I was diagnosed with breast cancer late in 2020 and this was how my biopsies were handled. You may wish to checkout breastcancer.org as there is lots of useful information on that site. . Good luck.

A radiologist did mine He also called me with the results. i live in a city of less than 30,000 and that is how it is done here. i felt comfortable He was informative and explained everything he was doing. Not sure why you would have to meet with the surgeon prior, but again, that was not my experience. i am sure they have a good reason

Wishing you a good outcome

Deleting my comment after realizing I misread the OP. But I do want to leave the ”good luck” part.

It's been years, but I've had both surgical biopsies done by my surgeon, and at a later date at his suggestion, a stereotactic biopsy done by a radiologist. The stereotactic biopsy turned out not to be conclusive, and the surgeon removed the area in question anyway.

There seemed like a period where I'd be told of something suspicious about every three years. Biopsies. Nothing ever came of any of them, all benign.

I'm so sorry you're nervous, please don't be. There's a good chance its nothing. I know its hard, but try to assume all is well unless there is a point someone with proof tells you otherwise. I do understand the anxiety, about the third time I went through that I was even feeling a little angry at the stress, needles and anesthetic I'd had. Of course I'm grateful and understand the need to investigate, but back then, I was feeling a little imposed on. Best of luck to you even though there is a good chance you won't need it (something like 4 out of every 5 biopsies are benign!)

I had a needle biospy,performed by a surgeon. I was not under any anesthesia. I didn't even take the offered Valium to relax me. Ultrasound was used for guidance.

Meeting with surgeon prior is good medical practice, supporting the team effort of diagnosis and treatment. Patients should have a provider they can discuss test results (and treatment) with, rather than frantically searching for someone - after they get results.

I also had a breast biopsy done by a radiologist, after a consultation with a breast surgeon. Fortunately, there was no cancer found in my case - only calcifications. Hoping for a similar outcome for you Annegriet.

Many years ago I had that done and it turned out to be nothing. I hope the same for you. Sending you thoughts of comfort and courage.

It may be that your surgeon wants to discuss options for different scenarios ahead of time so that whatever the results, you have a plan in place.

When you get results, if they indicate cancer, you sometimes don't "hear" everything that's said because of being overwhelmed by emotion.

Mine was done by the radiologist. I was just about to say that I don't remember whether they had set me up with an appt. with surgeon at that time, but now that I think about, the call I received telling me that it was cancer, came from the surgeon (that's a call you don't forget), so that must have been the case since she was not unfamiliar to me when that call came. In my case, the surgeon ended up really acting as the quarterback of the care team, and in the case of cancer, they really do give it a team approach. Oftentimes the quarterback role goes to the oncologist, but in my case I think the hospital system I'm in was having some merger/staffing issues, so the surgeon was my primary contact -- I love her so didn't mind at all and feel as though I got (and still have through follow ups) top notch care.

By the way, I was stage 2 -- had a couple of surgeries and 5+ weeks of radiation and am perfectly fine now. I sincerely hope you get the 'all clear' from the biopsy but if you don't, know that many of us here have kicked cancer's @$$. It's done every day by more women (and men) than you realize - I was shocked to learn how many in my circle had it and you'd never know it today. I firmly, firmly believe that the power of positive thinking goes a LONG way! Wishing you the best!

Heartfelt wishes for a smooth procedure, Anne. looks like you’ve gotten some good info here.

Please tell us how you feel now, after meeting with the surgeon today.

I've had what I think you are describing, a needle biopsy with guided imaging, done by a radiologist. I lay on my stomach with my breast protruding through an opening. The position was very uncomfortable, and it took some time to find the tiny mass in question. (Ouch!) I was given no sedation. My result was zip, nada, nothing. Hope the same for you!

Best wishes.

The surgeon was terrific. She did an exam, an additional ultrasound, and went over the radiologist's report with me to make sure I understood everything. She said that 80% of these biopsies are benign. However, if that is not the case, this mass is small and it is very early in the game. She also said she would call me as soon as she had the results to discuss them with me. It was a positive experience. The biopsy is Monday. Thank you all for the kind words and support!

I had a lump removed at the surgeons office at least 10 years ago.

It sounds like you're in good hands. That's reassuring.

Anne - one more thought - for the needle biopsy they will inject a numbing medication into the breast so you don’t feel anything during the biopsy. if you do feel something during the biopsy, please tell them so they can add more numbing medication They will likely give you some small ice packs to keep the swelling down after the biopsy Best wishes for a good outcome.

Anne all I want to say is I'm praying for this to be done quickly, painlessly and with the best possible result. Good luck!

Just wrote long entry for you about my recent experience...guess it's lost. Anyway, I am available if your results turn out positive as mine did. My experience throughout was good.

I too, think you're in good hands. Best wishes for a good outcome!

Anne, so glad you liked the surgeon. I didn't meet mine until after the biopsy was done & results were in, but like yours she was so thorough & explained everything so well. I felt like I was in good hands. Mine was also discovered through mammo & I am so grateful radiologist saw it as it was small. You will do fine Monday for the biopsy. Use the ice pack they will probably give you. Really helped me.

Biopsy went well. Easy peasy. It didn't hurt. Will have results 24-48 hours. Everyone was super kind, efficient, and professional at the Breast Center. Now I'm prepping for colonoscopy. Golly--staying healthy is a full time job.

Hi Anne. i have been thinking of you today and hoping everything went well. No pressure to share, I just know that good thoughts can be comforting, even from a stranger:) 🙏

Oh I'm glad to hear it was easy peasy and was painless. Continued prayers for good results.

Hoping to hear the word 'nothing'.

YAY on both counts, Anne!! So happy for you!

Wonderful news!

Great news!

Wooo hooo

Another Yay from me too. Good news on both ends.

Great news :-)

Great to hear!!! Isn't it a relief? Waiting is the worst part. Treat yourself to something special!!

I kept checking back to hear your news. I am so relieved for you. I have a button I wear on my baseball cap that says "I fought cancer and kicked its ass". It was a long, hard battle.

Happy to hear the good news.

I’m happy to read yourgood news. That’s great a d I’m glad you were comfortable and had such a good team.

”Interventional Radiologists” do various sorts of image guided procedures. Biopsies, as in your case, and another frequent on is cardiac catheterization as well as the placement of cardiac stents.

https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Interventional_radiology

A friend just completed 9 weeks of radiation treatments for breast cancer yesterday. I wish you and her all the best.

That is wonderful news! Worthy of a big celebration! So glad for you Annie!

Bob-cville wishing the best for your friend!

Wahoo!!!

I am also wishing the best for your friend Bob.

I am so glad to hear this good news

Greats news and a relief for you for sure.

Yes! Happy to hear this, but not surprised, given 'the odds'.

I'm still bitter about all the times in my life that I was told I 'had' to have further testing -- to the tune of three scars from surgical biopsies. I think that somewhere the realistic NEED for tests got lost in the increased ability to DO the tests, plus refinements making it possible to find ever smaller specks. Maybe some of the hysteria over breast cancer has ebbed today? Hope so.

Best news ever ! I'm so thankful for your great diagnoses ! Bob, wishing all the best for your friend.

Yay!! 👍👍! 👏👏 very happy that you got such good news, from both tests! It is a good reason to celebrate.

Good for you Anne. That is the best news ever