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City of Hope
Duarte, CA
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Surgical Oncology
Languages spoken
English
Doctor Q&A
45 Answers
20 Agrees
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A 43-year-old member asked:
Dr. John Yimanswered
Surgical Oncology 29 years experience
No.: In fact, the majority of breast cancers in the us are found without a visible lump. Obviously, a visible lump needs to be evaluated, regardless.
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A 30-year-old member asked:
Dr. John Yimanswered
Surgical Oncology 29 years experience
No.: Breast bondage does not cause breast cancer and almost certainly has no effect on raising the risk of breast cancer.
A 49-year-old member asked:
Dr. John Yimanswered
Surgical Oncology 29 years experience
No.: The only way this could influence your risk of breast cancer is if wearing it 24/7 prevents you from performing self breast exams.
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Mar 31, 2015
Dr. Yim is an amazing doctor! #nationaldoctorsday2015 #virtualflower1
HealthTap member
Mar 31, 2015
Dr. Yim is an amazing doctor! #nationaldoctorsday2015 #virtualflower1
HealthTap member
Thank you, your answer was very helpful!
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This made me feel good. Thanks!
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This was very helpful. Thanks!
Education & Training
Medical/Graduate school
Stanford University School of Medicine, CA
Graduated 1992MD
Residency
Washington University in Saint Louis
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