The 20 Best Breast Lump Doctors near Columbia, IL

"Cheryl Herman, MD, FACR, is fellowship trained in breast imaging and completed her fellowship at the University of Virginia. Prior to that, she attended medical school at Meharry Medical College in Nashville and completed her diagnostic radiology residency at Medical College of Ohio. Practicing since 1997 as a board-certified radiologist, Dr. Herman has special interests in ultrasound, 2D and 3D stereotactic and MRI-guided breast biopsy, mammography and needle localizations of breast lesions. Dr. Herman makes patient comfort her highest priority by providing a space where they can ask questions and express emotions without judgment. Prior to starting with SSM Health, Dr. Herman was an associate professor in the Department of Breast Imaging for Mallinckrodt Institute of Radiology at Washington University School of Medicine. She is a fellow of the American College of Radiology and a member of the American College of Radiology and Society of Breast Imaging. ""My goal is to educate patients to become health care ambassadors within their respective communities - thus making a healthier community for all.""". Dr. Herman is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Breast Lump. Her top areas of expertise are Breast Lump, Fibroadenoma, Giant Mammary Hamartoma, and Galactocoele.

"Kate Appleton, MD, is a fellowship-trained breast radiologist. She completed a seven-year combined BS/MD program at the University of Florida where she earned her medical degree with research honors. She completed her diagnostic radiology residency and breast imaging fellowship at Mallinckrodt Institute of Radiology at Washington University (Wash U) School of Medicine in St. Louis. Practicing since 2006 as a board-certified radiologist, Dr. Appleton has special interests in breast cancer screening/diagnosis and image-guided interventional breast procedures/biopsies. Dr. Appleton's career has included a faculty role as associate professor of radiology and chief of breast imaging at Wash U School of Medicine and Siteman Cancer Center. She has published more than 25 peer-reviewed articles, a breast imaging book, and is a contributing author in ""A Women's Decision,"" a guidebook for patients facing breast cancer. As a member of the American College of Radiology (ACR) breast screening leadership group and clinical reviewer for the ACR Breast MRI accreditation program, Dr. Appleton is a nationally-recognized expert in breast imaging. She brings clinical expertise and a passion for providing patient-centric breast care, paired with extensive administrative and leadership experience. ""I strive to provide patient centric individualized care to my patients. Whether it is an annual screening exam or a pre-operative visit, I want each and every patient to know that our entire team is focused on delivering the highest level of expert care, delivered with the utmost compassion.""". Dr. Appleton is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Breast Lump. Her top areas of expertise are Breast Lump, Galactocoele, Menopause, and Fibrocystic Breast Disease.

Mary Catherine Lowdermilk, MD, is fellowship trained in body imaging and completed her fellowship at the University of Tennessee. Prior to that, she attended medical school at Saint Louis University School of Medicine and completed her diagnostic radiology residency at the University of Tennessee. Practicing since 1998, Dr. Lowdermilk, a board-certified breast radiologist has special interests in ultrasound, 2D and 3D stereotactic and MRI-guided breast biopsy, Magseed placement and breast cyst aspiration. Dr. Lowdermilk makes personalized care a top priority. For patients receiving diagnostic imaging, an explanation of imaging results and recommendations will occur before the patient leaves the breast center. Prior to starting at her current practices, Dr. Lowdermilk was an assistant professor in the Department of Radiology at Saint Louis University School of Medicine and the medical director of breast imaging at SSM Health St. Mary's Hospital - St. Louis. She is a member of the American College of Radiology, Missouri Radiological Society, Society of Breast Imaging and American Association of Women Radiologists. Dr. Lowdermilk is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Breast Lump. Her top areas of expertise are Breast Lump, Breast Infection, Cat Scratch Disease, and Fibroadenoma.

"Kyle O'Blanc, MD, is a board-certified breast imaging radiologist. He completed both his fellowship and residency at the Mallinckrodt Institute of Radiology in St. Louis, MO. Prior to that, he attended medical school at Louisiana State University Health Sciences Center in New Orleans. Prior to medical school, he practiced as a nurse anesthetist and registered nurse. Practicing since 2020, Dr. O'Blanc has special interests in 3D mammography, breast ultrasound, breast MRI, and image-guided breast procedures. He is a member of the Society of Breast Imaging, the American College of Radiology, American Roentgen Ray Society, and the Radiological Society of North America. Dr. O'Blanc was born and raised in Lake Charles, LA. Outside of work, he enjoys cooking, hiking, and relaxing on the beaches of the Florida Panhandle with his family. ""I strive to create a relaxing and comforting environment for my patients. My goal is to educate and empower them so they may be active and informed participants while planning their care.""". Dr. O'blanc is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Breast Lump. His top areas of expertise are Breast Lump and Fibroadenoma.

"Laura Billadello, MD, specializes in breast cancer screening and diagnosis. She completed a breast and women's imaging fellowship at Northwestern University in Chicago. Prior to that, she completed medical school at Washington University School of Medicine in St. Louis and a diagnostic radiology residency at Northwestern University. She is board certified by the American Board of Radiology. Practicing since 2016, Dr. Billadello has expertise in 3D mammography, breast ultrasound, breast MRI and image-guided breast procedures. Prior to joining SSM Health, Dr. Billadello was an assistant professor of radiology at Saint Louis University School of Medicine. She is a member of the Society of Breast Imaging and the American College of Radiology. Dr. Billadello was born and raised in St. Louis. Outside of work, she enjoys gardening and hiking with her family. Her favorite local hike is the Lewis and Clark trail. ""As a sub-specialist breast imager working in state-of-the-art breast centers, I strive to deliver excellent patient-centered care. In our time together, I seek to put you at ease, share information, and ensure we have a plan for the next steps in your care.""". Dr. Billadello is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Breast Lump. Her top areas of expertise are Breast Lump, Cat Scratch Disease, and Breast Infection.

Yusuf Akpolat is a Radiologist in Saint Louis, Missouri. Dr. Akpolat is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Breast Lump. His top areas of expertise are Breast Lump, Galactocoele, Breast Infection, Fibrocystic Breast Disease, and Osteotomy.

Paul Oberle is a Radiologist in Saint Louis, Missouri. Dr. Oberle is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Breast Lump. His top areas of expertise are Chronic Eosinophilic Pneumonia, Eosinophilic Pneumonia, Simple Pulmonary Eosinophilia, and Hepatocerebral Degeneration.

Dr. Shahnaz Rahman is a fellowship-trained radiologist specializing in breast imaging and image-guided procedures. She offers screening exams and advanced diagnostic testing for benign and malignant breast diseases. She is an adjunct assistant professor in the Department of Radiology at Saint Louis University School of Medicine. Outside of work, Dr. Rahman enjoys cooking, traveling and spending time with friends and family. Dr. Rahman is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Breast Lump. Her top area of expertise is Breast Lump.

Dr. Paula George is a board-certified, fellowship-trained diagnostic radiologist who specializes in breast imaging, including breast tomosynthesis/3D mammography, breast ultrasound, breast MRI, and image-guided breast biopsies. She also performs breast cyst aspirations, Magseed localizations, and breast cancer risk assessment analysis to determine breast cancer screening and surveillance programs for patients. Her special interests include evaluating the benefit of supplementary screening exams, such as breast MRI and breast ultrasound, in women at an increased risk for breast cancer or in women with dense breast tissue, as well as image-guided breast biopsies. Dr. George is an assistant professor and Chief of Breast Imaging in the Department of Radiology at Saint Louis University School of Medicine. Her professional memberships include: American College of Radiology, Society of Breast Imaging, Radiological Society of North America, American Roentgen Ray Society, Missouri Radiological Society, Missouri State Medical Association and the Greater St. Louis Society of Radiologists. Dr. George is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Breast Lump. Her top areas of expertise are Fibroadenoma, Fibrocystic Breast Disease, Giant Mammary Hamartoma, and Breast Infection.

Michelle Lee is a Radiologist in Saint Louis, Missouri. Dr. Lee is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Breast Lump. Her top areas of expertise are Breast Lump, Galactocoele, Giant Mammary Hamartoma, and Fibroadenoma.

Andrea Winter is a Radiologist in Saint Louis, Missouri. Dr. Winter is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Breast Lump. Her top areas of expertise are Breast Lump, Cat Scratch Disease, Breast Infection, and Fibrocystic Breast Disease.

Rimpi Saini is a Radiologist in Saint Louis, Missouri. Dr. Saini has been practicing medicine for over 10 years and is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Breast Lump. Her top areas of expertise are Breast Lump, Melorheostosis with Osteopoikilosis, Melorheostosis, and Osteopenia.

Jennie Brodsky is a Radiologist in Saint Louis, Missouri. Dr. Brodsky is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Breast Lump. Her top areas of expertise are Breast Lump, Galactocoele, Fibrocystic Breast Disease, and Breast Infection.

Tabassum Ahmad is a Neuroradiologist in Saint Louis, Missouri. Dr. Ahmad is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Breast Lump. Her top areas of expertise are Breast Lump, Galactocoele, Headache, and Fibroadenoma.

Rebecca Zuurbier is a Radiologist in Saint Louis, Missouri. Dr. Zuurbier is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Breast Lump. Her top areas of expertise are Breast Lump, Giant Mammary Hamartoma, Fibroadenoma, and Galactocoele.

Amy Cyr is an Oncologist and a General Surgeon in Saint Louis, Missouri. Dr. Cyr is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Breast Lump. Her top areas of expertise are Breast Cancer, Triple-Negative Breast Cancer, HER2 Negative Breast Cancer, BRCA Positive Breast Cancer, and Mastectomy. Dr. Cyr is currently accepting new patients.

Vanessa Sanders is a Radiologist in Saint Louis, Missouri. Dr. Sanders is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Breast Lump. Her top areas of expertise are Pleurisy, Pleural Effusion, Emphysema, and Progressive Familial Intrahepatic Cholestasis Type 1.

Monica Drylewicz is a Radiologist in Saint Louis, Missouri. Dr. Drylewicz is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Breast Lump. Her top areas of expertise are Pleurisy, Pleural Effusion, Visceromegaly, and Gas Bloat Syndrome.

John Stephens is a Neuroradiologist in Saint Louis, Missouri. Dr. Stephens is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Breast Lump. His top areas of expertise are Ascites, Stroke, Pleurisy, Bone Graft, and Vertebroplasty.

Catherine Beal is a Radiologist in Saint Louis, Missouri. Dr. Beal is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Breast Lump. Her top areas of expertise are Eosinophilic Pneumonia, Simple Pulmonary Eosinophilia, Chronic Eosinophilic Pneumonia, and Alien Hand Syndrome.