Women who come to the center for diagnostic services are comforted by the knowledge that the center is fully accredited. The Breast Imaging Center is more than just a diagnostic center. The center features a wide variety of educational resources in its patient library. Women may read brochures, booklets and watch videos about breast health and breast self exam, and learn about breast health by viewing breast models. The library helps women take the lead when it comes to the health of their breasts.
Technologists are also available to teach breast self exam and answer breast health questions.
A mammogram has been ordered by your doctor. This test is important because it may show your physician if there are any lumps in your breasts too small to detect by self-examination. A mammogram is an x-ray of the breasts. It can reveal tumors too small to be felt and reveal other changes in the breasts that doctors believe may indicate cancer. Usually, two x-rays are taken of each breast, one from the top and one from the side.