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Breast Imaging Center—designed for comfort, privacy and exceptional care.

A lot of diagnostic imaging centers offer digital equipment for mammograms. We do, too. But what others lack is our Mammography Team! Our Mammography Team is registered in Mammography and help you with other breast-or women's-health needs.

Women have been known to drive hours out of their way to see these two amazing technologists. They are caring, gentle, understanding and professional, and have a way of making you feel safe and calm.

We believe they, along with the rest of our staff, and our cutting-edge digital mammography unit, are what you’ll find sets us apart.

Add to that, our women’s-only area and comfortable cotton gowns, and you have a different experience than you may have had in the past with other breast health appointments.

Specialty-trained radiologists in breast health.
Two of Premier Imaging’s Board-certified physicians are fellowship-trained in mammography and breast health. They are Wei-Chen Lin, M.D. and Raymond C. Rubner, M.D. Both have comprehensive training in all aspects of breast imaging including:

• Screening and Diagnostic Mammography
• Breast Ultrasound
• Breast MRI (Magnetic Resonance Imaging)
• Percutaneous Interventions Guided by Mammography, Ultrasound, and MRI

No physician referral needed for a mammogram.
You get to choose who does your mammogram. In North Carolina, it is not necessary to have a physician refer you. So if it’s time to have a mammogram (see box to the right for more information on who should get a mammogram and when), please call us to set up an appointment at your convenience at 336-801-5800. We can often see you on a walk-in basis as well.

How is a mammogram performed and when can I expect my results?
For a mammogram, the breast is pressed between two plates to carefully and as comfortably as possible spread the tissue. The compression only lasts a few seconds. The entire procedure for a screening mammogram takes about 15-20 minutes. Since we understand that no one wants to wait any longer than necessary for answers, we can get your results back to you on the same day, if you schedule your test by 3:30 pm Monday through Friday.

For more detailed information on mammography and breast health, please visit the American Cancer Society website.

Premier Imaging’s digital mammography unit.
Premier has made investments in some of the latest equipment for detecting breast abnormalities. Our digital mammography unit uses computers and specially designed digital detectors to produce an image that can be displayed on a high-resolution computer monitor, and transmitted and stored just like computer files. The technology allows radiologists to adjust brightness, change contrast and zoom in on specific areas to help detect small calcifications, masses and other changes that may be signs of early breast cancer. The radiation dose received is very minor.

Computer-Aided Diagnosis (CAD) for Mammography.
Our special CAD technology works as a second pair of "eyes" by automatically scanning a mammogram after initial interpretation. If the software detects any breast abnormalities, it marks them for further review by a radiologist.

Breast MRI (Magnetic Resonance Imaging).
Sometimes your mammogram does not reveal enough information, or a more detailed view is needed. In those situations we may need to do a breast MRI, which uses a powerful magnetic field, radio frequency pulses and a computer to produce detailed pictures of your breast tissue and lymph gland area. An MRI does not expose you to any radiation.

Breast Imaging Center Hours:
8 am - 6 pm Monday through Friday with Evening and Saturday appointments available.   Walk-in access available Monday through Friday, 8 am - 6 pm.   Schedule your mammography appointment by 3:30 pm Monday through Friday, if you want your results the same day.

 

Premier Imaging is certified as a Softer Mammogram Provider®, a distinction awarded only to an elite group of healthcare facilities that offer MammoPad as standard of care. We provide every woman with MammoPad®, a foam pad that serves as a cushion between you and the mammography machine. This comfort technology improves your mammogram experience by decreasing the pain associated with the exam.

The MammoPad breast cushion was designed for women by a female breast surgeon. It is FDA-cleared, does not impair image quality, and makes it easier for you to relax during your exam. That helps our highly skilled mammography technologists achieve the best possible mammogram.

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Who should get a mammogram and when.

Here are the most current recommendations by the American Cancer Society concerning women and breast health:

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For early breast cancer detection women age 40 and older should have a screening mammogram every year and should continue to do so for as long as they are in good health.


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Women in their 20s and 30s should have a clinical breast exam (CBE) as part of a periodic (regular) health exam by a health professional at least every 3 years. After age 40, women should have a breast exam by a health professional every year.

Breast self exam (BSE) is an option for women starting in their 20s. Women should report any breast changes to their health professional right away.

Women at high risk for breast cancer should get an MRI and a mammogram every year. Women at moderately increased risk should talk with their doctors about the benefits and imitations of adding MRI screening to their yearly mammogram.

Yearly MRI screening is not recommended for women whose lifetime risk of breast cancer is less than 15%.

Women at high risk include those who:

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have a known BRCA1 or BRCA2 gene mutation

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have a first-degree relative (parent, brother, sister, or child) with a BRCA1 or BRCA2 gene mutation, but have not had genetic testing themselves

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have a lifetime risk of breast cancer of 20% to 25% or greater, according to risk assessment tools that are based mainly on family history (see below)

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had radiation therapy to the chest when they were between the ages of 10 and 30 years

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have Li-Fraumeni syndrome, Cowden syndrome, or Bannayan-Riley-Ruvalcaba syndrome, or have first-degree relatives with one of these syndromes

Women at moderately increased risk include those who:

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have a personal history of breast cancer, ductal carcinoma in situ (DCIS), lobular carcinoma in situ (LCIS), atypical ductal hyperplasia (ADH), or atypical lobular hyperplasia (ALH)

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have extremely dense breasts or unevenly dense breasts when viewed by mammograms

For more detailed information on mammography and breast health, please visit the American Cancer Society website.
We will come talk to your organization.

If you’d like one of our mammography technicians to come speak to your church or other organization about breast healthcare and the importance of regular screenings, let us know.

 


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