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BREAST HEALTH
> MAMMOGRAM
> SCREENING
 A screening mammogram is for
women with no known breast problems and is used to look for abnormal signs in
the breasts. In general, women should begin having annual screening
mammograms at age 40. Click here
for more information on who should have annual screening mammograms.
Click here
for general information on how mammograms are
performed and special preparations you should take before coming.
Below are answers to the most
common questions specific to this procedure.
How long should I plan to be
at your office for my screening mammogram?
Typically, you will be in and out
of our office within 45 minutes. Fast enough to do over your lunch hour!
Who will interpret the results of my mammogram?
Dr. Bertrand, a radiologist with
25-plus years of experience, will read your mammogram, comparing it to any past
mammograms as well. In addition, a second “reading” will be provided by our
R2 ImageChecker,
a sophisticated computer-aided detection system that scans the mammogram for
certain characteristics and marks areas for further investigation by the
radiologist.
Why might I be called back for a second mammogram?
You may get a callback if Dr.
Bertrand sees something on your mammogram that requires further examination.
Don’t worry! Getting a callback does not mean you have cancer. About 1 out of
every 10 patients is called back for additional views, but most do NOT have
cancer.
Do I need a referral from my
physician?
You do not need a referral for a screening mammogram.
However, you must provide the name of your family
doctor so we can send him or her a report.
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