Breast clinics
Comprehensive diagnostic services, including mammogram, ultrasound, biopsy and procedures.We understand that if you have any symptoms relating to your breast, you want to be seen by a trusted expert as quickly as possible.
If you are experiencing any symptoms, such as breast pain, any abnormalities or changes within the breast or armpit area, we are here to guide you through the next steps. Our breast clinics are run by a team of breast care specialists, including a specialist Macmillan Breast Care Nurse, at our hospital in Maidstone or at our Sevenoaks Medical Centre, to provide you with a fast diagnosis and support you with any further treatment.
No referrals needed for a fast, straightforward breast exam
If you are aged 18 or over, and experiencing any of the symptoms below, you do not need a referral from your GP to attend for a breast check:
- A lump or swelling in the breast, chest, or armpit
- Changes to the skin, such as dimpling or puckering
- Alterations in breast colour, such as redness or inflammation
- Changes in the size or shape of the breast
- Thickened or denser breast tissue
- Changes in the nipple, including inversion
- Rash or crusting on or around the nipple
- Nipple discharge
- Persistent breast pain or pain in the armpit
We provide comprehensive screening and diagnostic services, including mammogram, ultrasound, biopsy and aspiration procedures.
Locations
You can access our breast clinics at:
KIMS Hospital, Maidstone
Sevenoaks Medical Centre
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Breast clinic FAQs
Where are breast clinics held?
Our breast clinic is available at KIMS Hospital in Maidstone and at Sevenoaks Medical Centre. We understand that you’ll want to be seen as quickly as possible, so you can choose where to have your appointment.
Who is the breast clinic for?
Anyone experiencing symptoms such as breast pain, abnormalities or changes within the breast and armpit area can book an appointment with our breast clinics.
Please note that this service is not available for patients under the age of 18.
What to expect from your consultation
One of our clinic nurses will accompany you to your consultation, where your Consultant will discuss your symptoms and examine you. Your Consultant will generally request that you have diagnostic scans and tests during your appointment in order to provide prompt results. Our clinic nurses will show you to the relevant department and will be able to offer you support and information about the scans and tests your Consultant has requested. These may include a mammogram, an ultrasound of your breast and a biopsy.
Our specialist Mammographers will carry out your mammogram and the images will be sent to your Consultant during the same clinic.
If you require an ultrasound and biopsy, these will be carried out during your Breast Clinic appointment. However, the tissue sample will need to be sent away for investigation and you will be given a follow up appointment to see your Consultant, usually one week later. Your Consultant will be able to discuss this with you.
What if further treatment is needed?
If your Consultant recommends further treatment, they will discuss all the available options with you when they go through your results. Our Macmillan Breast Care Nurse and team of specialists will also be able to support you and help with any questions you might have. If your Consultant recommends a procedure, this can be carried out at KIMS Hospital in Maidstone.
Your Breast Clinic Journey
It can be an unnerving time when you have concerning symptoms relating to your breasts. Our team of breast care specialists want to help you understand the possible steps in your journey through our one-stop Breast Clinic.
- Make a general enquiry
- Appointment enquiry
Our team are on hand to help answer any queries you might have about coming to KIMS Hospital or Sevenoaks Medical Centre. You can use the form below and one of our team will be in touch. Alternatively to speak to a member of our friendly team, please call 01622 237 500 between 8am-8pm Monday to Friday.
If you would like to book an appointment, you can use the form below and one of our team will be in touch.
Alternatively to speak to a member of our friendly team, please call 01622 237 500 between 8am-8pm Monday to Friday.
Please be aware, if you are requesting a diagnostic scan such as an MRI, or CT, you must have a referral from a relevant clinician or Allied Health professional such as a physiotherapist.