We're an all-inclusive center, allowing women to go from a screening mammogram to a complete diagnostic work up in one appointment.
Our caring, multidisciplinary team minimizes the time from finding a breast concern to diagnosis and treatment.
11/26/2024
Every year, Covenant Transport hosts the Women of Convent convention, honoring the outstanding women within their company. They also use this time to focus on women's health by raising money for the MaryEllen Locher Breast Center (MELBC). This year, they sold pink lemonade to raise money. Then, generous donors matched their lemonade sales! Thank you to Covenant Transport, for supporting us in the fight against breast cancer!
Since 2005, CHI Memorial’s Mobile Health Coaches have provided the latest in breast cancer screenings to women, many of whom might not otherwise have been able to afford or access screenings. The 40-foot vans travel thousands of miles each year so that more women can receive high-quality, essential breast cancer screenings.
Thank you to Unum, who is sponsoring the Mobile Mammography coach for the month of October!
10/27/2024
For the second year in a row, BASIC of Tennessee, Inc. has generously donated to the CHI Memorial Mary Ellen Locher Breast Center in honor of their beloved committee member, Paula Palmer. Their support is making a difference in our area and surrounding communities by helping provide vital breast health resources. We are deeply grateful for their continued commitment!
10/23/2024
Schedule your mammogram appointment during Breast Cancer Awareness Month and receive a free T-shirt as our gift to you💗 Call to schedule an appointment at (423) 495-4040!
If you would like to schedule your mammogram on our Mammography Coach, please visit our website to learn where the coach will be throughout the month: https://ow.ly/pj6r50TGQlz
10/20/2024
Pink Out Day, in honor of , was Oct. 16 💗🎗️ Many employees dressed up in the color pink or wore their Color Chattanooga Pink Week shirts. Thank you to everyone who participated! We're proud to have such a supportive community here at CHI Memorial.
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Don't forget to get your annual mammogram! Call (423) 495-4040 to schedule your appointment with us.
10/15/2024
The Catoosa County Brotherhood of Firefighters chose MaryEllen Locher Breast Center to be the recipient of the proceeds from their breast cancer awareness T-shirts💗 We appreciate the dedication the Catoosa County Brotherhood of Firefighters has for their community in the fight against breast cancer!
07/19/2024
06/20/2024
Important update for our BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee Network S patients.
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The MaryEllen Locher Breast Center approach provides healing for body, mind and spirit.
Our center is unique in its coordinated approach to monitoring for early detection and treatment of breast cancer. Our multidisciplinary team of surgical oncologists, medical oncologists, a dedicated breast imaging radiologist, reconstructive surgeons, pathologists, and clinical staff collaborate to offer sensitive, technologically advanced care that is responsive to your needs.
BREAST CLINIC
Discovering a breast abnormality is alarming, and you want to know as soon as possible what it is. CHI Memorial’s breast surgeons and specialized staff are committed to providing same day diagnostic imaging, surgical consultation, and biopsy to reduce the typically long journey.
WEEKLY BREAST CONFERENCES
Each week the full multidisciplinary team reviews all breast disease cases to ensure the optimal treatment plan is designed especially for each patient.
NURSE NAVIGATORS
Dedicated nurses with special expertise explain procedures, answer questions, and empower patients with information and guidance every step of the way from diagnosis of a breast concern through recovery. As a partner and advocate, the nurse navigator gives special attention to the various needs of patients and their families.
WOMEN’S CLINIC – CANCER RISK COUNSELING
Cancer risk assessment and genetic testing are available when appropriate for individuals with a family history of breast and/or ovarian cancer. Learn more about genetic testing.
SUPPORT SERVICES
Chaplains and other professionals are available for individual inpatient and outpatient counseling. Therapist-led support groups provide an opportunity to ask questions and share experiences with others who understand the feelings of fear, helplessness, anger, and perhaps even a new appreciation for life.