A month ago I received my yearly mammography. Something that most women dread but it is a necessary evil and very difficult to receive a good picture when you are in a wheelchair. Following the test it was suggested that I schedule a follow up and ultrasound as the radiologist had seen something questionable on the film. Two weeks later I went in for another mammogram and ultrasound. Following this test the doctor came in and recommended a biopsy be performed on the left side. Not news I was expecting but I understand the importance of the procedure.

A few days later I received a call to schedule and was told that the biopsy could not be performed at the same clinic I go to due to the fact that I am non-ambulatory. This had never been a problem in the past and I explained that my husband always transfers me onto the table. She informed me that they could not accommodate anyone that was not able to get onto the table without help and that I needed to contact a hospital that could. Seriously?! Was I being discriminated against because I cannot stand or walk? 

Without another option I contacted a hospital in the same group and scheduled for a week later. When we arrived I explained that my husband always transfers me onto the table. Without hesitation the nurse commented that it would not be a problem at all. The procedure was completed and the next day I received results that indicated no further testing was needed. What a relief, although I am still disappointed in the well known breast clinic that I have used for over a decade.