Jean Seely, MD

Breast radiologist. Head of Breast Imaging Section, the Ottawa hospital. Professor of Radiology, University of Ottawa. Patient and quality advocate

[Jean Seely, MD @JeanSeely]

MOD predicts outcome of breast cancer: symptom vs screen detection had 63% higher mortality at 6.7 years, 6.6x>advanced stage, 2.2x> mastectomies and 2x> chemotherapy. 40-49 and 75+years were >70% symptom detected- we must offer them screening https://t.co/kAZpLDlIjP @CanadaSBI

[Jean Seely, MD @JeanSeely]

@CanadaSBI @uOttawaMed @uOttawaResearch @uOttawa_SEPH

[Diagnostic Imaging @Dx_imaging]

. #Mammography Study Reveals Over Sixfold Higher Risk of Advanced Cancer Presentation with Symptom-Detected Cancers
https://t.co/ahiTV2zIzV
@RadiologyACR @ARRS_Radiology @RSNA @BreastImaging @RadiologyUSC @StanfordRad @OHSURadiology @UCSFimaging
@JeanSeely
#radiology #RadRes

[Jean Seely, MD @JeanSeely]

This is happening too often in Canada. We must do better @robindellacorte @CTVNews @CanadaSBI @uOttawaMed https://t.co/fZgnsatk39

[Jean Seely, MD @JeanSeely]

The 2025 SBI Breast Imaging Symposium is happening next week! I’m thrilled to be speaking and would love for you to join me in Colorado Springs for this one-of-a-kind event.

Reserve your seat now:

#SBI2025 https://t.co/lNIL3XwOjj

[Jean Seely, MD @JeanSeely]

Amazing progress @CanadaSBI

[Dr. Paula Gordon @DrPaulaGordon]

Great news for all women in 🇨🇦. Each province that lowers the screening age to 40 adds pressure on the others. Women in every jurisdiction deserve equity in the opportunity for early detection .

[Jean Seely, MD @JeanSeely]

I'm speaking at the 2025 SBI Breast Imaging Symposium, April 24 - 27 at The Broadmoor!

Join me for exceptional education, scientific advances, networking opportunities, and practical refreshers. @CanadaSBI @canadaradwomen

Register now:

#SBI2025 https://t.co/sqbW5gg1Yu

[Jean Seely, MD @JeanSeely]

Huge impact of costs saved from early detection of #breast cancer @Anwilkinson @MartinYaffe @MoiraRushton @CanadaSBI @uOttawaRad

[JAMA Network Open @JAMANetworkOpen]

Earlier initiation of screening mammography at age 40 may yield substantial health care savings by reducing the cost of breast cancer treatment. https://t.co/XnigWC7Og2

[Jean Seely, MD @JeanSeely]

So proud of this collaboration with @MartinYaffe @Anwilkinson @MoiraRushton to show the strong benefits of early detection of #breastcancer and costs saved @CanadaSBI @uOttawaRad

[Anna Wilkinson @Anwilkinson]

Our new study shows starting breast screening at age 40 is not only cost effective- it is cost savings. As treatment costs rise exponentially for advanced cancers, earlier diagnosis with screening saves both lives and $ @JeanSeely @uOttawaMed @JRENAUD28 @MoiraRushton @CanadaSBI

[Jean Seely, MD @JeanSeely]

@jewellk @NightShiftMD @MartinYaffe There is good research working towards a better risk stratified approach but we are not there yet!

[Jean Seely, MD @JeanSeely]

@NightShiftMD Not yet. I wish this were the case, as it is in many other countries in Europe and the USA. But we are slowly making progress. In Ontario, we now will accept supplemental screening for cat D. In BC, it is for cat C and D. We need more.

[Jean Seely, MD @JeanSeely]

@NightShiftMD A point of clarification: women with dense breast tissue do not benefit as much from mammographic screening as those with non dense breast tissue. They require additional screening with ultrasound, or MRI but this should be done after the mammogram not instead of mammo.

[Jean Seely, MD @JeanSeely]

Truly proud to call Dr Paula Gordon my friend and colleague, and share the news that she won the highest honour of our country, The Order of Canada. 🇨🇦 #OrderofCanada 🎉🎉👏🪅⁦@DrPaulaGordon⁩ ⁦@CanadaSBI⁩

[Jean Seely, MD @JeanSeely]

Such a tragic loss. We should be aiming for zero loss of life to breast cancer in Canada.
It is in the realm of possible with early detection.
@CanadaSBI

[Dr. Paula Gordon @DrPaulaGordon]

Another potentially avoidable death because of no supplementary screening for women with #densebreasts in Nova Scotia. We’re finding 6 cancers/1000 screens, and 75% are in Category C. These women deserve equity in an early detection. @TimHoustonNS

[Inas Mohamed, MD, MS @InasMohamed_MD]

{Breast cancer is the most commonly diagnosed cancer in women, accounting for 25 % of all cancer in women. An even greater proportion of cancers of 36 % is found in women under age 49.}

What's essential for both patients and healthcare providers to understand about breast imaging? 📊👩‍⚕️
Read more in this article, “Breast Imaging: What Women & Healthcare Professionals Need to Know,” in the @CPDRJournal Women in Radiology special issue!
https://t.co/Z8RQsSnkxl

#WomeninRadiology #BreastImaging #RSNA24 #RSNA2024
@JeanSeely @mbbissell @ELS_Radiology @bhargp @CanadaSBI

[Jean Seely, MD @JeanSeely]

@HayleyAMcKee @RSNA @UofTMedIm @ElsieRadiology @KateHanneman @cyonghing @kzakimetias @SandeepJGhai Congratulations! What a team

[The Ottawa Hospital @OttawaHospital]

The Ottawa Hospital has been named one of Canada’s most admired corporate cultures.✨
Guided by compassion and commitment to patient care, being recognized for our culture is a testament to our staff and physicians and the care they provide.

[Jean Seely, MD @JeanSeely]

I had the pleasure of being on stage with this talented breast radiologist at @SBI2024. This is worth sharing and listening to @CanadaSBI @DanaAtayaMD

[Ian Weissman, DO @DrIanWeissman]

“The inspiration for this song was to offer clarity and end the confusion about #breastcancer screening. Average risk women should begin annual screening with mammography beginning at age 40 and continue as long as they are in good health.” @DanaAtayaMD
https://t.co/xhaBfZop1r

[OAR @oarinfo]

Thank you, @JeanSeely and @Anwilkinson, for your dedication and persistence over the years. Your work has had, and will continue to have, a major impact on the lives of women and their families in Ontario. Your commitment to advancing breast health and screening is truly remarkable, and we are all grateful for your contributions.
#screeningat40

[Canadian Society of Breast Imaging @CanadaSBI]

Ask the experts!! Join our team on a Facebook live event Oct 17, 2024. Complimentary event , register here:
https://t.co/B1RRWG2ifz
@SupriyaKulk @JeanSeely @oarinfo @canadaradwomen @DrPaulaGordon