Digital Mammography offers sharp images that can be delivered within seconds and shared with each patient’s caregiver network. We are pleased to feature two state-of-the-art digital mammography units.

Breast Ultrasound is commonly used following a suspicious finding on a mammogram. Together, ultrasound and mammography increase diagnostic accuracy by 13 percent in high risk women.

Fine Needle Biopsy is used to extract fluid from a defined mass. The cells in the fluid are then studied by a pathologist to determine if they are malignant.

Core Needle Biopsy uses an image-guided tool to analyze tissue. The method used depends on each patient’s specific case.

Stereotactic

Ultrasound guided

MRI guided

A Ductogram is a diagnostic examination that assists physicians in diagnosing the cause of discharges from the nipple.

Breast MRI provides valuable information about many breast conditions that cannot be obtained by other imaging modalities. MRI is not a replacement for mammography or ultrasound, but rather a supplemental tool that can be particularly useful for women at high risk for breast cancer. MRI services are available within the YRMC network for your convenience.

Surgical Consultations

BreastCare Center staff can work together with surgeons to help patients coordinate the care they need. They can assist with:

Understanding biopsy results

Planning for a surgery

Post-surgery treatment (radiation and/or chemotherapy)

Reconstructive surgery

Radiation and Chemotherapy Connections

BreastCare Center staff work together with community-based oncologists, treatment facilities, and YRMC Infusion Therapy Services to meet the needs of each patient.

Other Services

Virtual genetic testing and counseling is available. BreastCare Center staff can help arrange consults with experts from an organization that specializes in genetic testing and counseling.
Clinical trials can be important to those with a particular diagnosis and there are a wide variety in Arizona and across the country. BreastCare Center staff can help cancer patients understand what is available, how to participate, and how it will affect a patient’s care.