What happens at our one-stop breast clinics
At the clinic you will have all your initial diagnostic tests, performed by experts using the latest diagnostic technology, and see different healthcare professionals in a single appointment:
Breast care in Manchester
Fast access to specialist breast diagnosis, treatment and care, including breast screening and one-stop breast clinics with same-day results, in Manchester.
Access expert breast care, without delay
Conveniently located in the heart of Cheshire, at The Wilmslow Hospital our team of experienced consultants and specialists are here to provide you with the highest standard of breast care, tailored to meet your unique needs.
Whether you’re looking for breast screening or are experiencing symptoms that need to be investigated, our consultants and breast care nurses have the expertise and specialist equipment you need.
Why Choose The Wilmslow Hospital?
- Same-day appointments available
- One-stop breast clinic with comprehensive tests and same-day results
- Multidisciplinary team of caring experts, including surgeons, radiologists and clinical nurse specialists
- Latest and most advanced diagnostic technology, including 3D mammography
- Comprehensive and seamless care across our local network with The Christie Private Care, including testing, diagnosis, treatment and pre- and post-operative care
- Screening and diagnostic tests including clinical breast exams, mammograms and breast ultrasounds, in dedicated facilities designed with your comfort and privacy in mind
Breast screening and diagnostics
Our rapid access breast screening programme in Manchester offers a fast service, with results usually available within 24 hours.
Our screening clinics use the very latest diagnostic equipment including 2D and 3D mammography, ultrasound and biopsy, if required.
At The Wilmslow Hospital we offer routine breast screening to women over the age of 40, who aren’t experiencing any symptoms and haven’t had a mammogram in the last 12 months.
Our one-stop breast clinics
We understand that experiencing symptoms of breast cancer can be a very worrying time. That’s why our one-stop breast clinics are designed to help you get quicker access to a diagnosis. You will be cared for by our expert team in a confidential and comfortable environment.
If an irregularity has been found during your routine breast screening, or you are experiencing breast symptoms, like a new lump in your breast or underarm, our one-stop breast clinics can provide all your initial diagnostic tests in just one appointment.
Your GP can refer you to our one-stop breast clinics or in some cases you can make a self-referral.
Firstly, you will be guided by a consultant and specialist breast care nurse, through a consultation about your symptoms. This will also be an opportunity for you to ask any questions about your symptoms and the tests we are going to perform. You will then receive a physical examination.
Next, you will have a mammogram so we can look at X-ray images of your breasts, and if we need to take a closer look you may also have an ultrasound. Our radiologists and breast care nurses will make sure you are as comfortable as possible and will be able to answer any questions you have along the way.
Our team will discuss the results of these tests with you at your visit. If no further tests are required, then you can go home with peace of mind the same day.
If your tests show any irregularities, we may take a biopsy, and your result will be available to discuss within days. Our specialist breast care nurses will be available to provide ongoing support whilst you wait for the results.
Breast treatment
Depending on your diagnosis, our team of breast care consultants and specialists will provide a recommended treatment plan which can begin without delay.
HCA Healthcare UK The Christie Private Care
There are times when breast tests and investigations will lead to a cancer diagnosis. If this happens, you can rest assured that you will have fast, direct access to our specialist cancer centre, HCA Healthcare UK The Christie Private Care.
Here, you will be cared for by the region’s leading breast cancer consultants and be supported by a dedicated clinical nurse specialist and wider team of experts providing continuous and personalised care.
Our team can help if you have any questions or would like to book an appointment.