Women's Imaging & Mammography

Advanced technology and care at The Breast Center at Methodist Richardson

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Why choose the Breast Center at Methodist Richardson for your breast screening?

We are fully accredited in mammography, breast ultrasound, ultrasound-guided breast biopsy, and MRI.
Mammograms are fast and accurate, allowing the images to be magnified or manipulated for better clarity.
To ensure you receive high-quality and accurate diagnoses, every image is double-checked using enhanced breast screening technology.
Computer-Aided Detection Enhanced Breast Cancer Screening is used to detect abnormalities in mammogram results, helping radiologists find hard-to-detect signs of breast cancer.

3D Mammography

Some of the advantages of digital and 3D mammograms include:

A soft, warm cushion used during the mammogram makes the exam more comfortable
Digital images are produced electronically, instead of on film, with a larger viewing area that better accommodates diverse shapes and sizes
It's faster and more accurate — images are generated within seconds
Images can be magnified and manipulated for optimum clarity
All images are double-checked using computer-aided detection-enhanced breast screening technology
Electronic images make it easier for consultation among healthcare specialists and reduce the risk of misplaced or damaged films

Our women’s imaging services include:

Breast ultrasound - used for both diagnostic purposes and ultrasound-guided biopsies
Breast biopsy with 3D, stereotactic, and ultrasound-guided technologies
Savi Scout & Pintuition placement for surgical planning
Bone density test - a scan of the skeletal system to measure bone density. This test can detect osteoporosis in the early stages so you can take precautions to prevent breaking bones.

Who needs a mammogram?

The National Comprehensive Cancer Network recommends yearly mammography beginning at age 40. Women with a family history of breast cancer may need to start screening sooner. If you have a family history of breast cancer, ask your doctor when you should start getting regular mammograms.

Who is eligible for a screening mammogram?

A woman is eligible for a screening mammogram if she is:

Age 40 or older
Not pregnant or nursing
At least 5 years out from previously diagnosed breast cancer
Not currently experiencing any breast symptoms, such as a lump or breast pain
Has not had a mammogram within the past 12 months

Accreditations

To help ensure that we provide the best care available, the Breast Center at Methodist Richardson Medical Center remains accredited by the American College of Radiology (ACR) as a Breast Imaging Center of Excellence.