Digital Mammography at Montclair Breast Center, Montclair, New Jersey
A mammographic examination may make the difference between life and death for a woman. Its success in detecting breast cancer early is known to be improved by technical and interpretive excellence. Therefore high quality is critical. Our unit is modern GE technology, specifically designed to give the best picture with the lowest possible dose of radiation and least discomfort.
For more information, read "How Much is a Woman’s Life Worth? Who is Reading Your Mammogram?"
DIGITAL MAMMOGRAPHY
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to right: A few minutes after her mammography, our patient reviews
her films with Dr. Melissa Lee, Chief of Montclair Breast Center's
Imaging Department; Our dedicated mammographic technologists have
outstanding positioning skills and an easy rapport with patients.
Our Radiologists are Fellowship-trained in mammography, breast ultrasound
and breast interventional procedures. There is the opportunity to
review your films and have a breast exam by one of our breast specialists
and learn how to do your own breast self exam with confidence. |
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Left to right: Sandra Klank, RT Mammogram Technologist picks up our patient for her mammogram; Sandra positions our patient for imaging. |
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| (Left to right) Sandra Klank, RT Mammogram Technologist , gives our patient a digital mammogram; Dr. Melissa Lee and Mammography Technician Daneille Wynn evaluating a mammogram. |
Montclair Breast Center is one of the few sites in the tri-state area to offer digital mammography. This state-of-the-art imaging machine is the most powerful tool in the detection of breast cancer. It allows for better visibility of the breast, especially near the skin line, the chest wall and in women with varying density of breast tissue. Providing the highest quality image of the breast, digital mammography gives both doctors and patients the most information in the shortest amount of time.
Montclair Breast Center Response to Changes to USPSTF Mammography Guidelines.
Articles of interest
Mammogram Benefit Seen for Women in Their 40s
New York Times, 29 September 2010
Cancer; Reports from University of California highlight recent research in cancer
Cancer Weekly, 26 August 2008
Breast Cancer Screening; 'Stereo' Mammography Takes Breast Imaging to a New Dimension
Drug Week, December 14, 2007
Wondering what to think about the new recommended mammography guidelines? Read our response.