Mar 29, 2022 | Expert Feature
A lot starts to change as we age. We have more aches and pains, our eyesight weakens and we notice more fine lines on our hands and face. All of that is normal. For women, so are changes to their breasts. One out of every two women age 40 and over has dense breast...
Oct 19, 2015 | Expert Feature
As a breast imaging specialist, I’m often asked if a women who has breast implants should still have an annual mammogram. I always answer: absolutely. Some women who have breast implants are reluctant to get an annual mammogram because they’re fearful that the implant...
Oct 19, 2015 | Expert Feature
Mammography is an excellent tool for finding breast cancer. Numerous studies show the effectiveness of mammograms in detecting cancer at its earliest stages and improving the mortality of women diagnosed with this horrible disease.Overall, the sensitivity of...
Oct 14, 2015 | Expert Feature
Radiation is always a concern when people need some type of medical imaging. The same holds true with mammography and can lead to questions since this important screening is recommended every year for women over 40. Patients often ask if mammograms are safe and how...
