Breast Cancer Screening

A screening mammogram can save your life

Early detection has changed what a cancer diagnosis can mean, and breast cancer is a leading example because when found early, it can be highly treatable.

Screening mammograms can catch changes long before you feel any symptoms, making them one of the most powerful tools in the fight against breast cancer. And because screening mammograms are considered preventive care, they’re often fully covered by insurance.

One appointment is all it takes to be proactive and care for yourself.

Facts to know about breast cancer

1 in 8

Women will develop breast cancer

8 out of 9

Diagnosed have no family history of breast cancer

99%

Five-year relative survival rate of early, localized breast cancers

4 million+

Breast cancer survivors in the United States

Straight Talk with Dr. Clark: Mammograms

Never had a mammogram? A little nervous? Patricia Clark, MD, breast surgeon, will walk you through what you can expect when you get a mammogram.

Schedule your mammogram

Breast cancer screening recommendations

Women age 40 to 44: Optional mammogram annually
Women age 45 to 54: Mammogram every year
Women age 55 and older: Mammogram every one to two years (frequency should be determined based on a conversation between you and your provider)
High-risk individuals: Women with a family history of breast cancer or genetic mutations (BRCA1/BRCA2) should consider earlier and more frequent screening, often starting at age 30

How do mammograms work?

Screening mammograms are simple, quick, and noninvasive tests. The procedure uses low-dose X-rays to create images of the breast tissue. A radiologist then reads the images to identify changes or abnormalities in the mammogram that could be or suggest a cancer.

3D mammograms

Learn more about mammography options

Self-exams and clinical exams

Learn more about self-exams

Make an appointment

You can schedule your annual mammogram through MyChart.

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Francine's Friends

Francine’s Friends Mobile Mammography is just one way Parkview makes healthcare accessible throughout our community. Designed for privacy, the motor coach is staffed with a radiologic technologist and has the same scanning mammography equipment found in our hospitals.

Learn more about the service