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Terri, Mammography
Technologist
Mammogram Hours:
We offer extended hours for our mammogram patients.
Monday - Friday
7:00 a.m. - 6:oo p.m.
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Mammography (Mammogram)
For some
women, having a mammogram can be an anxious experience, our staff is sensitive to this.
A female technologist who is a
certified mammography will
perform your exam in a quiet and
private room.
What is a Mammogram?
Mammography uses a low dose of x-ray to examine the
breasts. Mammography continues to be the chief screening method for
early detection of breast cancer. Mammograms screening is recommended
yearly for asymptomatic women over 40 years of age. You will need an
order from your doctor to have a mammogram at MedWise. Your doctor can
fax the order or you can bring it when you come for your
appointment.
MedWise’s mammography machine is
state-of-the-art and is certified by the Food and Drug Administration
and accredited by the American College of Radiology. As well as being
accredited by the American College of Radiology, our mammography
program is certified by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA).
What do
I need to do to prepare for a
mammogram?
If you have had a prior mammogram, it is extremely important that Med
Wise receive your most recent mammogram films prior to scheduling a
mammogram. Your most recent exam will be compared to the exam scheduled
at MedWise. MedWise can assist you with obtaining prior films and
reports. Most insurance plans and Medicare require 365 days between
screening examinations.
Do not use any perfumes, powders or
deodorants the day of the test, as these products can create spots or
artifacts on the films that can be misinterpreted and inhibit accurate
breast imaging.
What
will the mammogram be like?
Your mammogram will be done in a quiet, private environment. You
will be asked to remove your clothes from the waist up and any jewelry
from around your neck. We will give you a gown to wear. There may be
some discomfort during the procedure as each breast must be compressed
to flatten the tissue in order to enhance breast imaging quality.
Mammograms should not be scheduled during your menstrual period as
breasts may be more painful at this time.
What
happens after the mammogram is
done?
There is no recovery period. You can immediately resume normal activities.
You and your health care
provider can be assured of
learning the results of your
mammogram within a very short
time after your visit. If
needed, follow-up exams are
scheduled quickly to relieve
anxiety.
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