Women and Children's Services
Saint Mary's Breast Services
Who we are
The best response to the danger of breast cancer is to make
it as easy
as possible for women to detect early and highly curable
cancers. To that end, Saint Mary's Health Care established
Breast Services.
Since 1983, our Breast Services has been a central source
for education, early detection, and support in West Michigan.
Breast health awareness, screening services including
mammography, ultrasounds, and biopsy procedures are some
of the services empowering women with knowledge, comfort,
confidence, and strength.
How do I schedule an appointment?
To schedule a mammogram please call (616) 752-6756 or 1-800-639-6266 for an appointment.
Breast Services
Cost information
Accreditation
Breast Services location
Breast Services include:
Mammography
- MAMMOGRAPHY - A specially trained registered mammographic
technologist will perform a low dose x-ray of the breast
according to the American Cancer Society guidelines and/or
your physician order.
- RESULTS - Your mammogram will be interpreted by a radiologist.
A written report will be sent to your physician and you
will receive report results by mail.
Mammography Appointments
To schedule an appointment, please call: 616-752-MAMM (6266) or 1-800-639-6266. Find out about our free mammogram services.
Breast Ultrasound
A breast ultrasound may be used to evaluate a breast lump
seen on the mammogram or felt by you or your physician. Ultrasound
is not used as a screening tool for breast cancer but can
determine if what is seen or felt is a solid mass or a fluid
filled cyst.
Needle Localization
If the radiologist identifies a change in the breast tissue
or the mammogram, your personal physician may schedule a biopsy.
Prior to the biopsy the surgeon may ask to have this non-palpable
area identified by the placement of a very fine wire in the
breast tissue.
Core Needle Biopsy
This service offers an alternative to surgical biopsy for
the woman whose mammogram reveals a suspicious area in the
breast before it can be felt on physical exam. An outpatient
procedure, this biopsy is performed by a radiologist at The
Breast Center. Ultrasound or computer guided x-ray is used
to position a biopsy needle in a specified area of the breast.
Sample cells are evaluated by a pathologist and follow-up
is provided by your personal physician.
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Cost information
The costs of tests performed, including mammography, are
generally covered by insurance. Specific information on charges
is available on request. Check with your carrier to determine
its reimbursement policy. If you participate in an HMO or
are under age 35, a referral from your physician is necessary
to perform a mammogram. Please bring your insurance information
with you at the time of your appointment.
Saint Mary's does not want you to avoid a mammogram because of financial need. Special arrangements can
be made in such cases. Find out about our free
mammogram services.
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Accreditation
Saint Mary's Breast Services is accredited by the American College of Radiology (ACR)
and staffed by ARRT Registered Technologists. To qualify
for accreditation, strict requirements must be met regarding
dosage levels, quality control of equipment, as well as
staff credentials.
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For more information or to make an appointment at Saint
Mary's Breast Services, please call: 616/752-6756 or 1-800/639-6266.
Saint Mary's Breast Services
The Lacks Cancer Center
250 Cherry Street
Grand Rapids, MI 49503
616/752-6756
1-800/639-6266 |
