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Mammography at the Women's Imaging Center
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The Women's Imaging Center at South County Hospital is southern Rhode Island's resource for mammography services. When you choose South County Hospital for your mammogram, you can be assured of the most sophisticated imaging technology available, a superior staff, and an environment designed for your privacy and comfort.
What is mammography?
Mammography is a specific type of imaging that uses a low-dose x-ray system and high-contrast, high-resolution film for examination of the breasts. During mammography, the breast is placed on a cassette and compressed with a paddle, and then exposed to a small dose of radiation to produce an image of internal breast tissue. Compression of the breast is necessary to allow for minimal x-ray dosage and maximum tissue visualization. Mammography plays a central part in early detection of breast cancer because it can show changes in the breast up to two years before a patient or physician can feel them.
Board Certified Radiologists, highly trained staff
At the Women's Imaging Center, your mammogram is performed by a licensed and certified mammography technologist and interpreted by experienced Board Certified radiologists. Our facilities are certified by the FDA and American College of Radiology and licensed by the state of Rhode Island.
For more information
Once you have scheduled your mammogram, you may have questions about what to expect or how to prepare. We invite you to call us at 401-788-1486 or 401-782-8020, ext.3582, for more information.
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