Frequently Asked Questions

It's understandable to have questions about the services we offer. Please review our FAQs below. If you still have questions, please reach out to us.

3D Mammograms

Are 3D Mammograms better than an Ultrasound?/Do I get a 3D mammogram or an Ultrasound?

At what age should you start getting mammograms?

Why should I get a Mammogram?

Are Mammograms painful?

How do I prepare for my mammogram?

3D Screening Mammogram

What is the difference between a Screening Mammogram and a Diagnostic Mammogram?

What happens during a Screening Mammogram?

How accurate is a Screening Mammogram?

What if a Mammogram Abnormality Is Found?

What if the Breast Biopsy Is Abnormal?

Diagnostic Mammogram

Why would a Diagnostic Mammogram be ordered?

How is a Diagnostic Mammogram performed?

Ultrasounds

What is an Ultrasound?

What is Ultrasound used for?

How is an Ultrasound performed?

Do I need to prepare for an Ultrasound?

Breast Ultrasound

What is a Breast Ultrasound?

When to get a Breast Ultrasound?

Is a Breast Ultrasound better than a Mammogram?

When is a breast ultrasound recommended?

What are some examples of BI-RADS classifications?

What if I need an emergency breast ultrasound?

Biopsy

How is a biopsy done?

Are biopsy results immediate?

Are biopsies covered by health insurance?

Can biopsy determine what stage of cancer?

What should you not do after a biopsy?

Breast Ultrasound Biopsy

When is a breast biopsy needed?

How is a breast ultrasound biopsy done?

Why would I need a breast ultrasound after my mammogram?

Breast Stereotactic Biopsy

What is Breast Stereotactic Biopsy?

How is Breast Stereotactic Biopsy performed?

What does a Breast Stereotactic Biopsy look for?

What percentage of Breast Stereotactic Biopsies are cancer?

How long does it take to heal from a Breast Stereotactic Biopsy?

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