Breast cancer has historically been detected through self exams and mammograms, and confirmed by biopsy. At The Hewitt Center for Breast Wellness at Griffin Hospital, we utilize the latest technical innovations and screening protocols to allow detection of the smallest tumors.
Mammography You Can Trust
All of our breast imaging is read by board-certified radiologists who are mammography specialists. This is the most important quality factor to ensure nothing is missed on your mammogram. The quality of our digital mammography equipment is also important and for women in their 40s and/or those with dense breasts. Digital mammography has been shown to detect more cancers. Screening mammography is used for early detection of breast cancer in women without any symptoms. Diagnostic mammography helps characterize breast masses or determine causes of other breast symptoms.
Patients can have full confidence in mammograms performed at The Hewitt Center for Breast Wellness at Griffin Hospital, which has full accreditation from the American College of Radiology. In addition, all of the imaging technologists at the Hewitt Center for Breast Wellness are licensed and certified by the state and have specialized training in all mammography procedures. Studies have documented fewer missed tumors and earlier detection of abnormalities when images are read by a radiologist specializing in breast imaging.
To ensure patient safety, the Hewitt Center for Breast Wellness takes extreme caution when administering radiation and always offer the lowest dosage necessary to complete an accurate image.