Both of you must have photographs taken. Either take them yourselves, or have your practitioner take them, or both.
Both of you must file formal complaints with the appropriate Boards of Licensure. I have never heard of a cut from a mammogram before. This must go far higher than a supervisor, and beyond the facility.
Both of you must file formal complaints with the appropriate Boards of Licensure. I have never heard of a cut from a mammogram before. This must go far higher than a supervisor, and beyond the facility.
I know exactly how you feel, Drs. say I have dense breat I have had 4/5 mamo in the last 2 mths. 1st was a screening should have been diagnostic,2nd diag & sono, 3rd diag- sono-needle aspiration,4th biopsy-mamo (3 different techs mashed me up trying to get pictures for the doctor) I am now in constent pain motrin 800 and cycloben 2 twice daily start theraphy Fri. I have pain left side upper chest, pain radiates down my left arm and arm pit and behind my left shoulder blade. Drs are trying to blame a very old HS injury NOT this injury is from those mammaos I know it is I just know it is.
It has now been 5 days since the injury. I saw my doctor on Mon. and he was shocked , and very upset with the injury. On the morning, the day after the trauma I did take photo's, and today I took more. The Mammogram place, was told by email, the next morning. Since then they have written to me 4 times, each time passing me up to a higher level person. The last one was the head of Physician services. I told them I have pictures. They said I should have come back in once I discovered the injuury, and I told them, it would not have been possible, because I am in a wheelchair, and I was so stunned, I just wanted to go home. The very first reply I got was very kind and concerned, stating actions had been taken against the two techs, because they never wanted anyone to go through the trauma I experienced. I think that was an oops on their end because I never heard from her again, the next one was businesslike and to the point etc. I am just going to wait it out. My reults by the way show that I have some fybrocystic stuff going on in the left breast which I have had in the past, but I will not go for the needed tests until this heals, and my doctor promised to NEVER send another patient to have the VERY WELL KNOWN Imaging center I went to here inRedding, CA.. So, here is to all of us who have survived the trauma, of what should be a simple test. I pray you are all healing, and doing well. TO FEDUPARENTYOU....Do you know how I can find the "appropriate Boards of Licensure? Since my own doctor, and people at the breast clinic are saying they had never heard of this before, I think you are right about it going above the facility. Could you let me know? Also thanks for caring enough about your mammogram pals to share this with me! Take care :)
malzma wrote:
They never heard of hese Boards of Licensure, eh? I am burning with anger that they laid it on you that you should have returned, and, for not moving the complant right to the top immediately, but I am, sadly, not surprised.
You could, in reality, file complaints with various board of licensure and certification. I would go ahead and start by contacting the California Board of Licensure in Medicine. (Note that Doctors of Osteopathy, for example, have a different Licensure process and governance; something that should also be changed).
Excuse my not checking the site to see which "allied professions" are included, so do not know if that would be the place to file against the technicians. But you can start here:
http://www.mbc.ca.gov/consumer/Index.html
Even if a radiologist did not perform the mammogram, the radiologist(s), and the facility itself, are responsible for patient care, yes? In any even, the Board can direct to you to additional licensure and certification entities.
Please understand that this will involve your making statements and responding to statemets made by the facility. It will take time. I believe that it is well worh it, but it can be exhausting. You do what you need to do for yourself, okay? You cannot possibly shoulder this for all women. I know, I've tried. It's going to take mass publicity, not like the recent FDA fine for the GE mammography machine that was found to be delivering dangerously-high levels of radiation - one hopes they are no longer in use.
Which reminds me that directing the media, governmental entities, and your medical practitioners, to this site is a start.
I have the utmost faith that you will do what s right for you, and wise for you. PS There ain't nuthin' "simple" about a mammogram. Thank you for the thanks. Heal well.
Feduparentyou wrote:
Both of you must have photographs taken. Either take them yourselves, or have your practitioner take them, or both.
Both of you must file formal complaints with the appropriate Boards of Licensure. I have never heard of a cut from a mammogram before. This must go far higher than a supervisor, and beyond the facility.
It has now been 5 days since the injury. I saw my doctor on Mon. and he was shocked , and very upset with the injury. On the morning, the day after the trauma I did take photo's, and today I took more. The Mammogram place, was told by email, the next morning. Since then they have written to me 4 times, each time passing me up to a higher level person. The last one was the head of Physician services. I told them I have pictures. They said I should have come back in once I discovered the injuury, and I told them, it would not have been possible, because I am in a wheelchair, and I was so stunned, I just wanted to go home. The very first reply I got was very kind and concerned, stating actions had been taken against the two techs, because they never wanted anyone to go through the trauma I experienced. I think that was an oops on their end because I never heard from her again, the next one was businesslike and to the point etc. I am just going to wait it out. My reults by the way show that I have some fybrocystic stuff going on in the left breast which I have had in the past, but I will not go for the needed tests until this heals, and my doctor promised to NEVER send another patient to have the VERY WELL KNOWN Imaging center I went to here inRedding, CA.. So, here is to all of us who have survived the trauma, of what should be a simple test. I pray you are all healing, and doing well. TO FEDUPARENTYOU....Do you know how I can find the "appropriate Boards of Licensure? Since my own doctor, and people at the breast clinic are saying they had never heard of this before, I think you are right about it going above the facility. Could you let me know? Also thanks for caring enough about your mammogram pals to share this with me! Take care :)
They never heard of hese Boards of Licensure, eh? I am burning with anger that they laid it on you that you should have returned, and, for not moving the complant right to the top immediately, but I am, sadly, not surprised.
You could, in reality, file complaints with various board of licensure and certification. I would go ahead and start by contacting the California Board of Licensure in Medicine. (Note that Doctors of Osteopathy, for example, have a different Licensure process and governance; something that should also be changed).
Excuse my not checking the site to see which "allied professions" are included, so do not know if that would be the place to file against the technicians. But you can start here:
http://www.mbc.ca.gov/consumer/Index.html
Even if a radiologist did not perform the mammogram, the radiologist(s), and the facility itself, are responsible for patient care, yes? In any even, the Board can direct to you to additional licensure and certification entities.
Please understand that this will involve your making statements and responding to statemets made by the facility. It will take time. I believe that it is well worh it, but it can be exhausting. You do what you need to do for yourself, okay? You cannot possibly shoulder this for all women. I know, I've tried. It's going to take mass publicity, not like the recent FDA fine for the GE mammography machine that was found to be delivering dangerously-high levels of radiation - one hopes they are no longer in use.
Which reminds me that directing the media, governmental entities, and your medical practitioners, to this site is a start.
I have the utmost faith that you will do what s right for you, and wise for you. PS There ain't nuthin' "simple" about a mammogram. Thank you for the thanks. Heal well.
I am a mammo tech. Most women fell discomfort, but not pain. We techs walk a fine line every day. Do we obtain good images or "please the patine". Sometimes it is possible to do both. Compression separates tissue. Some dense tissue cannot be separated well, so there is no point in using heavy compression. I always ask patients to tell me if it is painful. Some patinets complain about the pain BEFORE the compression is applied. A spot compress is a special view requested by the radiologist after looking at regular screening images. A spot compression is painful for everyone. It can help decide whether to biopsy or not. Techs should always be compassionate and explain what is happing. Having said that, I do my very best every day to be compassionate and produce readable images, and patients still complain about me. I also have many patiens who thank me.
Feduparntyou wrote:
You are awesome! Thanks for all of the info. I have not yet, come to a decision as to what I am going to do. It began by me just wanting them to know how unkind, and uncaring the techs were, while my under breast tissue was being seperated from my chest. I basically told them I did not want another woman to go through this. Then when looking on the internet to find ways of taking care of the wound, I only found 3 women who have had this happen. The Inmaging center is very involved in Think Pink and Breast Health, and are always on the news for their caring ways. That is why your thought of alerting not only the medical community, and media might be a good idea. It happened one week ago today, and all the bleeding has stopped there are still large areas of trauma, and stll very painful. I hope I do what is wise, and best for myself, as you suggested, but that maybe in the process. it may help someone else .
You are correct in saying there is nothing simple about the test. I think because I have had so many mamms in my life, that I forget that alone, with no problems like mine, it is uncomfortable, and even scary for so many women.. It's not simple, and waiting for results, also not a good time. Knowing I need more tests now, I am deciding up front to be pro-me during anything having to do with my body.
I think you too have a story to tell, and would love to hear it. Your voice is the only one I have heard as far as reason, and advice, and kindness. I truly thank you for helping me to stay in the moment, and be wise. You are a wonderful gift. I will keep you updated. Thanks again :)
malzma wrote:
Feduparentyou wrote:
Both of you must have photographs taken. Either take them yourselves, or have your practitioner take them, or both.
Both of you must file formal complaints with the appropriate Boards of Licensure. I have never heard of a cut from a mammogram before. This must go far higher than a supervisor, and beyond the facility.
It has now been 5 days since the injury. I saw my doctor on Mon. and he was shocked , and very upset with the injury. On the morning, the day after the trauma I did take photo's, and today I took more. The Mammogram place, was told by email, the next morning. Since then they have written to me 4 times, each time passing me up to a higher level person. The last one was the head of Physician services. I told them I have pictures. They said I should have come back in once I discovered the injuury, and I told them, it would not have been possible, because I am in a wheelchair, and I was so stunned, I just wanted to go home. The very first reply I got was very kind and concerned, stating actions had been taken against the two techs, because they never wanted anyone to go through the trauma I experienced. I think that was an oops on their end because I never heard from her again, the next one was businesslike and to the point etc. I am just going to wait it out. My reults by the way show that I have some fybrocystic stuff going on in the left breast which I have had in the past, but I will not go for the needed tests until this heals, and my doctor promised to NEVER send another patient to have the VERY WELL KNOWN Imaging center I went to here inRedding, CA.. So, here is to all of us who have survived the trauma, of what should be a simple test. I pray you are all healing, and doing well. TO FEDUPARENTYOU....Do you know how I can find the "appropriate Boards of Licensure? Since my own doctor, and people at the breast clinic are saying they had never heard of this before, I think you are right about it going above the facility. Could you let me know? Also thanks for caring enough about your mammogram pals to share this with me! Take care :)
They never heard of hese Boards of Licensure, eh? I am burning with anger that they laid it on you that you should have returned, and, for not moving the complant right to the top immediately, but I am, sadly, not surprised.
You could, in reality, file complaints with various board of licensure and certification. I would go ahead and start by contacting the California Board of Licensure in Medicine. (Note that Doctors of Osteopathy, for example, have a different Licensure process and governance; something that should also be changed).
Excuse my not checking the site to see which "allied professions" are included, so do not know if that would be the place to file against the technicians. But you can start here:
http://www.mbc.ca.gov/consumer/Index.html
Even if a radiologist did not perform the mammogram, the radiologist(s), and the facility itself, are responsible for patient care, yes? In any even, the Board can direct to you to additional licensure and certification entities.
Please understand that this will involve your making statements and responding to statemets made by the facility. It will take time. I believe that it is well worh it, but it can be exhausting. You do what you need to do for yourself, okay? You cannot possibly shoulder this for all women. I know, I've tried. It's going to take mass publicity, not like the recent FDA fine for the GE mammography machine that was found to be delivering dangerously-high levels of radiation - one hopes they are no longer in use.
Which reminds me that directing the media, governmental entities, and your medical practitioners, to this site is a start.
I have the utmost faith that you will do what s right for you, and wise for you. PS There ain't nuthin' "simple" about a mammogram. Thank you for the thanks. Heal well.
You are awesome! Thanks for all of the info. I have not yet, come to a decision as to what I am going to do. It began by me just wanting them to know how unkind, and uncaring the techs were, while my under breast tissue was being seperated from my chest. I basically told them I did not want another woman to go through this. Then when looking on the internet to find ways of taking care of the wound, I only found 3 women who have had this happen. The Inmaging center is very involved in Think Pink and Breast Health, and are always on the news for their caring ways. That is why your thought of alerting not only the medical community, and media might be a good idea. It happened one week ago today, and all the bleeding has stopped there are still large areas of trauma, and stll very painful. I hope I do what is wise, and best for myself, as you suggested, but that maybe in the process. it may help someone else .
You are correct in saying there is nothing simple about the test. I think because I have had so many mamms in my life, that I forget that alone, with no problems like mine, it is uncomfortable, and even scary for so many women.. It's not simple, and waiting for results, also not a good time. Knowing I need more tests now, I am deciding up front to be pro-me during anything having to do with my body.
I think you too have a story to tell, and would love to hear it. Your voice is the only one I have heard as far as reason, and advice, and kindness. I truly thank you for helping me to stay in the moment, and be wise. You are a wonderful gift. I will keep you updated. Thanks again :)
Dear mammo tech,
I have to say that I do feel bad for you, and your fellow techs. You have a caring demeanor as I have always received during each of my mammograms over the years. The people dealing with me could clearly see that my breasts were large and quite dense. I got little or no conversation from them other than when they wanted a shoulder raised or basics such as that. I think it's quite telling, that you have had people in pain before you have even started the compression. It should tell the tech just how terrified this woman is to be there. You are much like the great techs who have come before you. You have compassion, and that is key. I unfortunately got two rotten apples, but I think by some means they should be routed out, and those who work, and think as you do should be highly valued. I thank you for your perspective, and wish you well. I need to shine a light on this "IMAGING" CENTER here in Redding, CA There is only one word in front of what I put in Caps for the name of this place. They are THE main center known for their breast care. They are a powerful business in our community, and have the largest ad online and elsewhere. Just telling you so all others can avoid the place. At any rate, I wish I had been your patient that day, and I pray that you stay as caring, and committed as you are. Thanks!
I have to say that I do feel bad for you, and your fellow techs. You have a caring demeanor as I have always received during each of my mammograms over the years. The people dealing with me could clearly see that my breasts were large and quite dense. I got little or no conversation from them other than when they wanted a shoulder raised or basics such as that. I think it's quite telling, that you have had people in pain before you have even started the compression. It should tell the tech just how terrified this woman is to be there. You are much like the great techs who have come before you. You have compassion, and that is key. I unfortunately got two rotten apples, but I think by some means they should be routed out, and those who work, and think as you do should be highly valued. I thank you for your perspective, and wish you well. I need to shine a light on this "IMAGING" CENTER here in Redding, CA There is only one word in front of what I put in Caps for the name of this place. They are THE main center known for their breast care. They are a powerful business in our community, and have the largest ad online and elsewhere. Just telling you so all others can avoid the place. At any rate, I wish I had been your patient that day, and I pray that you stay as caring, and committed as you are. Thanks!
malzma wrote:
Thank you, but I don't deserve your high praise. You mention the imaging center, (and it looks like there is more than one with one word before "imaging), and their "Think Pink," involvement. I am rabidly anti-pinking.
All of those campaigns should be shut down. They prey on the nurturing side of women. They not only do nothing, but they encourage things like "Save the Boobies," a vile campaign. They are making frivolous breast health and disease, and making a mint doing it, and, you will find that there has not, contrary to all the pinkifying, been one decent advance since all this began.
You might get from the library, Samantha King's book, PINK RIBBONS, INC, which talks about the backstory of Komen and other philanthropic organizations, as well as reading Barbara Ehrenreich's essays online, and her books.
I have not had a mammogram in six years. I had DCIS and LCIS found in my right breast 12 years ago, and "only" had that area removed.
The entire process rots like a dead animal, and the degree to which they are profiteering by their nonexistent, standardized protocols, insisting that "early detection" always makes a difference, the pink jewelry, room deodorizers, windshield wipers.. the technicians who only do their jobs and do not file reports against radiologists who are misreading films, or know that machines are not working up to par -- all the personnel, usually all women, who pretend that having a mammogram is less serious than having a permanent.
It is as if there is collusion to support every bad medical practice against women.
You should be suing for malpractice, dear. Seriously. Women must, for once, and for all, stop blaming ourselves if things are not right - no matter the situation. All the best.
Feduparntyou wrote:
malzma wrote:
Feduparentyou wrote:
Both of you must have photographs taken. Either take them yourselves, or have your practitioner take them, or both.
Both of you must file formal complaints with the appropriate Boards of Licensure. I have never heard of a cut from a mammogram before. This must go far higher than a supervisor, and beyond the facility.
It has now been 5 days since the injury. I saw my doctor on Mon. and he was shocked , and very upset with the injury. On the morning, the day after the trauma I did take photo's, and today I took more. The Mammogram place, was told by email, the next morning. Since then they have written to me 4 times, each time passing me up to a higher level person. The last one was the head of Physician services. I told them I have pictures. They said I should have come back in once I discovered the injuury, and I told them, it would not have been possible, because I am in a wheelchair, and I was so stunned, I just wanted to go home. The very first reply I got was very kind and concerned, stating actions had been taken against the two techs, because they never wanted anyone to go through the trauma I experienced. I think that was an oops on their end because I never heard from her again, the next one was businesslike and to the point etc. I am just going to wait it out. My reults by the way show that I have some fybrocystic stuff going on in the left breast which I have had in the past, but I will not go for the needed tests until this heals, and my doctor promised to NEVER send another patient to have the VERY WELL KNOWN Imaging center I went to here inRedding, CA.. So, here is to all of us who have survived the trauma, of what should be a simple test. I pray you are all healing, and doing well. TO FEDUPARENTYOU....Do you know how I can find the "appropriate Boards of Licensure? Since my own doctor, and people at the breast clinic are saying they had never heard of this before, I think you are right about it going above the facility. Could you let me know? Also thanks for caring enough about your mammogram pals to share this with me! Take care :)
They never heard of hese Boards of Licensure, eh? I am burning with anger that they laid it on you that you should have returned, and, for not moving the complant right to the top immediately, but I am, sadly, not surprised.
You could, in reality, file complaints with various board of licensure and certification. I would go ahead and start by contacting the California Board of Licensure in Medicine. (Note that Doctors of Osteopathy, for example, have a different Licensure process and governance; something that should also be changed).
Excuse my not checking the site to see which "allied professions" are included, so do not know if that would be the place to file against the technicians. But you can start here:
http://www.mbc.ca.gov/consumer/Index.html
Even if a radiologist did not perform the mammogram, the radiologist(s), and the facility itself, are responsible for patient care, yes? In any even, the Board can direct to you to additional licensure and certification entities.
Please understand that this will involve your making statements and responding to statemets made by the facility. It will take time. I believe that it is well worh it, but it can be exhausting. You do what you need to do for yourself, okay? You cannot possibly shoulder this for all women. I know, I've tried. It's going to take mass publicity, not like the recent FDA fine for the GE mammography machine that was found to be delivering dangerously-high levels of radiation - one hopes they are no longer in use.
Which reminds me that directing the media, governmental entities, and your medical practitioners, to this site is a start.
I have the utmost faith that you will do what s right for you, and wise for you. PS There ain't nuthin' "simple" about a mammogram. Thank you for the thanks. Heal well.
You are awesome! Thanks for all of the info. I have not yet, come to a decision as to what I am going to do. It began by me just wanting them to know how unkind, and uncaring the techs were, while my under breast tissue was being seperated from my chest. I basically told them I did not want another woman to go through this. Then when looking on the internet to find ways of taking care of the wound, I only found 3 women who have had this happen. The Inmaging center is very involved in Think Pink and Breast Health, and are always on the news for their caring ways. That is why your thought of alerting not only the medical community, and media might be a good idea. It happened one week ago today, and all the bleeding has stopped there are still large areas of trauma, and stll very painful. I hope I do what is wise, and best for myself, as you suggested, but that maybe in the process. it may help someone else .
You are correct in saying there is nothing simple about the test. I think because I have had so many mamms in my life, that I forget that alone, with no problems like mine, it is uncomfortable, and even scary for so many women.. It's not simple, and waiting for results, also not a good time. Knowing I need more tests now, I am deciding up front to be pro-me during anything having to do with my body.
I think you too have a story to tell, and would love to hear it. Your voice is the only one I have heard as far as reason, and advice, and kindness. I truly thank you for helping me to stay in the moment, and be wise. You are a wonderful gift. I will keep you updated. Thanks again :)
Thank you, but I don't deserve your high praise. You mention the imaging center, (and it looks like there is more than one with one word before "imaging), and their "Think Pink," involvement. I am rabidly anti-pinking.
All of those campaigns should be shut down. They prey on the nurturing side of women. They not only do nothing, but they encourage things like "Save the Boobies," a vile campaign. They are making frivolous breast health and disease, and making a mint doing it, and, you will find that there has not, contrary to all the pinkifying, been one decent advance since all this began.
You might get from the library, Samantha King's book, PINK RIBBONS, INC, which talks about the backstory of Komen and other philanthropic organizations, as well as reading Barbara Ehrenreich's essays online, and her books.
I have not had a mammogram in six years. I had DCIS and LCIS found in my right breast 12 years ago, and "only" had that area removed.
The entire process rots like a dead animal, and the degree to which they are profiteering by their nonexistent, standardized protocols, insisting that "early detection" always makes a difference, the pink jewelry, room deodorizers, windshield wipers.. the technicians who only do their jobs and do not file reports against radiologists who are misreading films, or know that machines are not working up to par -- all the personnel, usually all women, who pretend that having a mammogram is less serious than having a permanent.
It is as if there is collusion to support every bad medical practice against women.
You should be suing for malpractice, dear. Seriously. Women must, for once, and for all, stop blaming ourselves if things are not right - no matter the situation. All the best.
I also had a mammogram in Austin 7/2/2012, my left breast has been throbbing and had red bruising marks on it after the mammogram. I have never had this happen in the past and it is still hurting. I am concerned and thinking about consulting with an attorney. This shouldn't happen, when the tech did the mammogram I almost fainted, I have a high pain tolerance and this was more that I could stand. I am 61 yrs old and this was the worst mammogram I have ever had.
Feduparntyou wrote:
Hi my Friend,
Really sick in bed right now. The breast got infected, and infection spread all over due to my low immune system. My MD ( "which is the word before IMAGING") said he will never refer another patient there for any service which means mamm's, CT, MRI etc.
By the way you certainly do deserve praise! Haven't you ever heard :CHANGING THE WORLD ONE LIFE AT A TIME? Well because of your intelligent, caring, sharing. I have decided, I will look into filing a malpractice case against these people. That way I can smile every time I am bombarded by their tv commercials, instead of gagging. I will most certainly keep you posted. You may not think you are worthy of praise, but I was hit head on by a semi truck 3 1/2 years ago, coma 3 wks, hospital 2 months, broke every bone on left side of body. still require 10 surgeries, and am left with vision in one eye, and brain trauma, which unless I can settle on a concise plan, it is distracting at best. So... I needed to hear from someone, without the c**p, just the facts, and there you were! For me after all I have survived, the breast was the last straw. I was about to have a really important surgery, and due to the infection, it has once again been postponed.
So I thank you for your honesty, your intelligence, and your experience.
Now that you have the name of this place (above) I would love your opinion.
I will keep you posted on this end. You are still a gift to this girl! You deserve only good things in your life.
malzma wrote:
Feduparntyou wrote:
malzma wrote:
Feduparentyou wrote:
Both of you must have photographs taken. Either take them yourselves, or have your practitioner take them, or both.
Both of you must file formal complaints with the appropriate Boards of Licensure. I have never heard of a cut from a mammogram before. This must go far higher than a supervisor, and beyond the facility.
It has now been 5 days since the injury. I saw my doctor on Mon. and he was shocked , and very upset with the injury. On the morning, the day after the trauma I did take photo's, and today I took more. The Mammogram place, was told by email, the next morning. Since then they have written to me 4 times, each time passing me up to a higher level person. The last one was the head of Physician services. I told them I have pictures. They said I should have come back in once I discovered the injuury, and I told them, it would not have been possible, because I am in a wheelchair, and I was so stunned, I just wanted to go home. The very first reply I got was very kind and concerned, stating actions had been taken against the two techs, because they never wanted anyone to go through the trauma I experienced. I think that was an oops on their end because I never heard from her again, the next one was businesslike and to the point etc. I am just going to wait it out. My reults by the way show that I have some fybrocystic stuff going on in the left breast which I have had in the past, but I will not go for the needed tests until this heals, and my doctor promised to NEVER send another patient to have the VERY WELL KNOWN Imaging center I went to here inRedding, CA.. So, here is to all of us who have survived the trauma, of what should be a simple test. I pray you are all healing, and doing well. TO FEDUPARENTYOU....Do you know how I can find the "appropriate Boards of Licensure? Since my own doctor, and people at the breast clinic are saying they had never heard of this before, I think you are right about it going above the facility. Could you let me know? Also thanks for caring enough about your mammogram pals to share this with me! Take care :)
They never heard of hese Boards of Licensure, eh? I am burning with anger that they laid it on you that you should have returned, and, for not moving the complant right to the top immediately, but I am, sadly, not surprised.
You could, in reality, file complaints with various board of licensure and certification. I would go ahead and start by contacting the California Board of Licensure in Medicine. (Note that Doctors of Osteopathy, for example, have a different Licensure process and governance; something that should also be changed).
Excuse my not checking the site to see which "allied professions" are included, so do not know if that would be the place to file against the technicians. But you can start here:
http://www.mbc.ca.gov/consumer/Index.html
Even if a radiologist did not perform the mammogram, the radiologist(s), and the facility itself, are responsible for patient care, yes? In any even, the Board can direct to you to additional licensure and certification entities.
Please understand that this will involve your making statements and responding to statemets made by the facility. It will take time. I believe that it is well worh it, but it can be exhausting. You do what you need to do for yourself, okay? You cannot possibly shoulder this for all women. I know, I've tried. It's going to take mass publicity, not like the recent FDA fine for the GE mammography machine that was found to be delivering dangerously-high levels of radiation - one hopes they are no longer in use.
Which reminds me that directing the media, governmental entities, and your medical practitioners, to this site is a start.
I have the utmost faith that you will do what s right for you, and wise for you. PS There ain't nuthin' "simple" about a mammogram. Thank you for the thanks. Heal well.
You are awesome! Thanks for all of the info. I have not yet, come to a decision as to what I am going to do. It began by me just wanting them to know how unkind, and uncaring the techs were, while my under breast tissue was being seperated from my chest. I basically told them I did not want another woman to go through this. Then when looking on the internet to find ways of taking care of the wound, I only found 3 women who have had this happen. The Inmaging center is very involved in Think Pink and Breast Health, and are always on the news for their caring ways. That is why your thought of alerting not only the medical community, and media might be a good idea. It happened one week ago today, and all the bleeding has stopped there are still large areas of trauma, and stll very painful. I hope I do what is wise, and best for myself, as you suggested, but that maybe in the process. it may help someone else .
You are correct in saying there is nothing simple about the test. I think because I have had so many mamms in my life, that I forget that alone, with no problems like mine, it is uncomfortable, and even scary for so many women.. It's not simple, and waiting for results, also not a good time. Knowing I need more tests now, I am deciding up front to be pro-me during anything having to do with my body.
I think you too have a story to tell, and would love to hear it. Your voice is the only one I have heard as far as reason, and advice, and kindness. I truly thank you for helping me to stay in the moment, and be wise. You are a wonderful gift. I will keep you updated. Thanks again :)
Thank you, but I don't deserve your high praise. You mention the imaging center, (and it looks like there is more than one with one word before "imaging), and their "Think Pink," involvement. I am rabidly anti-pinking.
All of those campaigns should be shut down. They prey on the nurturing side of women. They not only do nothing, but they encourage things like "Save the Boobies," a vile campaign. They are making frivolous breast health and disease, and making a mint doing it, and, you will find that there has not, contrary to all the pinkifying, been one decent advance since all this began.
You might get from the library, Samantha King's book, PINK RIBBONS, INC, which talks about the backstory of Komen and other philanthropic organizations, as well as reading Barbara Ehrenreich's essays online, and her books.
I have not had a mammogram in six years. I had DCIS and LCIS found in my right breast 12 years ago, and "only" had that area removed.
The entire process rots like a dead animal, and the degree to which they are profiteering by their nonexistent, standardized protocols, insisting that "early detection" always makes a difference, the pink jewelry, room deodorizers, windshield wipers.. the technicians who only do their jobs and do not file reports against radiologists who are misreading films, or know that machines are not working up to par -- all the personnel, usually all women, who pretend that having a mammogram is less serious than having a permanent.
It is as if there is collusion to support every bad medical practice against women.
You should be suing for malpractice, dear. Seriously. Women must, for once, and for all, stop blaming ourselves if things are not right - no matter the situation. All the best.
Hi my Friend,
Really sick in bed right now. The breast got infected, and infection spread all over due to my low immune system. My MD ( "which is the word before IMAGING") said he will never refer another patient there for any service which means mamm's, CT, MRI etc.
By the way you certainly do deserve praise! Haven't you ever heard :CHANGING THE WORLD ONE LIFE AT A TIME? Well because of your intelligent, caring, sharing. I have decided, I will look into filing a malpractice case against these people. That way I can smile every time I am bombarded by their tv commercials, instead of gagging. I will most certainly keep you posted. You may not think you are worthy of praise, but I was hit head on by a semi truck 3 1/2 years ago, coma 3 wks, hospital 2 months, broke every bone on left side of body. still require 10 surgeries, and am left with vision in one eye, and brain trauma, which unless I can settle on a concise plan, it is distracting at best. So... I needed to hear from someone, without the c**p, just the facts, and there you were! For me after all I have survived, the breast was the last straw. I was about to have a really important surgery, and due to the infection, it has once again been postponed.
So I thank you for your honesty, your intelligence, and your experience.
Now that you have the name of this place (above) I would love your opinion.
I will keep you posted on this end. You are still a gift to this girl! You deserve only good things in your life.
I sit before you with head bowed in complete admiration for your strength and courage. It is your words, your courage, that is a gift to me.
No matter what you decide to do, I pray you move as easily as possible through your next surgery and all the healing. You give gifts for which I am undeserving. Your spirit is eloquence itself.
No matter what you decide to do, I pray you move as easily as possible through your next surgery and all the healing. You give gifts for which I am undeserving. Your spirit is eloquence itself.
WOW, and here I thought it was just me. I have just had my 2nd mammogram and my right breast feels bruised, and on fire! I almost expect to look down and see blood! Im walking around holding myself because it hurt's so much! And god forbid that my car seatbelt brushes against it!!!!!
I know the pain you're talking about. I had a mammogram over 5 months ago and I still have trouble sleeping on my sides. I get those "zingers of pain" and they're enough to take my breath away!
I've seen 4 doctors since my sadistic mammo- experience and it's cost me over $1,000 out of pocket. I probably suffered hair-line fractures and/or cartilage damage, but I didn't get my x-ray & MRI until months after the injury. Thus, nothing showed. No proof..... but plenty of pain, tears, support bras, ice packs, pain meds and swearing never to have another mammogram as long as I live.
I've seen 4 doctors since my sadistic mammo- experience and it's cost me over $1,000 out of pocket. I probably suffered hair-line fractures and/or cartilage damage, but I didn't get my x-ray & MRI until months after the injury. Thus, nothing showed. No proof..... but plenty of pain, tears, support bras, ice packs, pain meds and swearing never to have another mammogram as long as I live.
I am 67 yrs old and just a month ago I had my annual mammogram, the girl put the thing down on my breast and squeezed it so tight, then she went back and the machine wouldn't go, and she kept saying sorry, meanwhile I was in such bad pain. I told her I had never experienced pain like that during a mammogram, she said again she was sorry, and thanked me for bearing up with her as she was just FILLING IN FOR THE GIRL THAT USUALLY DOES IT. My breast hurt more and more every day. its scary because I never had this happen to me.
Please file a written complaint. Demand to know if the "girl filling in" was a legally certified mammography technician. Do not delay, and I would also demand that a qualified physician advise you about what to do about the pain, and that they pay for it. For that matter, you should not have to pay for the mammogram. Please don't only write about the experience here. This needs to be made known. I would also file a complaint with FDA about the mammogram machine as a Medical Device complaint. I hope the pain subsides soon. So sorry.