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Benefits of Joining the Strategic Radiology Coalition

In August 2024, Wake Radiology became the 40th independent, locally owned and managed practice group to become a member of Strategic Radiology, a national coalition of private, local, radiology practices whose resources will help us remain independent. It was formed...

It Takes Two Minutes to Schedule Your Mammogram

It Takes Two Minutes to Schedule Your Mammogram

It's time to take care of you. At Wake Radiology UNC REX, It only take two minutes to schedule your annual mammogram online. With 14 locations throughout the Triangle, Wake Radiology UNC REX is conveniently located where you live, work and play. We offer early...

The Breast Imaging Sequence

Understanding the Process of Breast Imaging is important to our Patient and reduces Anxiety. Learn the sequence of breast imaging and detection of cancer.

The Facts about 40

The Facts about 40

Wake Radiology recommends mammograms starting at age 40. High-quality, annual 3D mammography remains a woman’s best option for early breast cancer detection. Long-term follow up in multiple studies have shown an 18-29% reduction in breast cancer mortality when annual...

Abbreviated Breast MRI

Abbreviated Breast MRI

Abbreviated Breast MRI (Fast Breast) is a breast cancer screening tool available to women who have an average risk of breast cancer or who have dense breasts. 

MRI: What to Know Before You Go

MRI: What to Know Before You Go

When a doctor orders an MRI, patients know they that will get information about an injury or health concern. What they don’t know, is what to expect during the actual MRI exam. To help, Kimberly Morris, Lead MRI technologist and Manager of our Raleigh MRI office, helped us pull together information that walks you through the entire process.

Your Safety Remains Our Priority

WakeRad UNC REX continues to keep our community safe with new safety protocols. This includes modified appointment times to allow for improved patient safety, social distancing and more cleaning time. Learn what we’re doing to keep everyone safe.

Wake Radiology UNC REX Healthcare Adopts AI Technology to Support Breast Cancer Detection

Wake Radiology UNC REX Healthcare Adopts AI Technology to Support Breast Cancer Detection

Wake Radiology UNC REX Healthcare is the first outpatient radiology practice in the Triangle to adopt state-of-the-art artificial intelligence (AI) technology to aid in breast cancer detection. We’re implementing iCAD’s ProFound AI®, an advanced, deep-learning AI software platform, as another tool our physicians may use in the effort to improve cancer detection and decrease recall rates.

Dr. Siobhan Alexander Speaks about Annual Screenings

Dr. Siobhan Alexander Speaks about Annual Screenings

Do you really need a mammogram every single year? Yes!
Dr. Siobhan Alexander talks with Valonda Calloway to explain the benefits of annual screenings – particularly 3D mammograms. She also shares how breast imaging radiologists at Wake Radiology UNC REX are leveraging artificial intelligence with 3D screening mammograms to improve early detection and reduce callbacks for more imaging.

Coronavirus/COVID-19 Update

WakeRad UNC REX is carefully monitoring COVID-19 in our community. We’ve added new safety protocols to ensure that our patients and team remain healthy. This includes modified appointment times to allow for improved patient safety, social distancing and more cleaning time. Learn what we’re doing to keep everyone safe.

Accreditation: What It Means, Why It Matters

The FDA and the American College of Radiology set image quality standards. Certifications and accreditations from these groups help ensure quality in the images we take and the care we provide. WakeRad UNC REX has continuously met FDA and ACR standards since the 1990s when they become mandatory.

Wake Radiology Supports New Breast Cancer Screening Guidelines

New breast cancer screening guidelines outlined by the American College of Radiology (ACR) and the Society of Breast Imaging (SBI) call for risk assessments beginning at age 30 for all women and detail specific instructions for African American women who are at an increase risk of mortality from breast cancer.

What is the role of breast ultrasound?

Breast ultrasound shouldn’t replace your mammogram, but it does provide additional diagnostic information, especially if there’s an area of concern. Learn more about the role of breast ultrasound from Dr. Susan Kennedy, one of our breast imaging radiologists.

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