October 25, 2021 – Northwest Medical Center announced the grand opening of its newly upgraded mammography suite during National Breast Cancer Awareness Month. The private suite features a sleek design with a private bathroom, and is outfitted with the latest advanced 3D mammogram technology (also known as digital breast tomosynthesis).
A 3D mammogram is a low-dose diagnostic imaging procedure, which allows X-ray images of the breast to be captured from various angles and later combined to create a more comprehensive three-dimensional image of the breast. This innovative technology allows mammogram technicians and radiologists to look at the breast in “slices,” improving chances of detecting breast cancer while also reducing the likelihood of recalls for follow-up testing.
“3D mammography is the future of preventative breast health and we are excited to officially offer this service to our patients at Northwest,” said Kenneth Jones, chief executive officer at Northwest Medical Center. “Our newly renovated private mammography suite provides a comfortable and calm environment, helping us deliver an even better care experience for our patients. And this advanced technology will empower us to detect more cancers earlier, giving our patients their best chance at successful treatment and sometimes reducing the need for redundant imaging procedures.”
With the addition of this 3D mammography service offering, Northwest also welcomes a new fellowship-trained mammographer to its team who will be available as an on-site resource to offer further breast imaging expertise for patients.
According to the American Cancer Society, breast cancer is the second leading cause of cancer death in women and on average, there is a one in eight chance that a woman will develop breast cancer sometime in her life. The organization recommends women ages 40 to 44 consider annual breast cancer screening with mammograms; women ages 45 to 54 are encouraged to get mammograms every year; women ages 55 can choose to continue annual screening or may consider reducing to once mammogram every two years.
“With incidences of breast cancer increasing annually in recent years, it has never been more important to take a proactive and preventative approach to managing breast health,” said Dr. Adam Gittleman, the chief of radiology at Northwest Medical Center. “If you meet the screening criteria, take a few minutes to schedule your mammogram and try not to delay this essential screening. Routine screening is the easiest, most effective way to detect cancer early, which can mean less invasive treatment and better outcomes.”
Once a patient obtains a prescription from a physician for a 3D mammogram, they can make an appointment by contacting 877-331-7031. To learn more, visit NorthwestMed.com or contact our Consult-A-Nurse ® hotline at 954-601-8094.
About Northwest Medical Center
Northwest Medical Center, an award-winning 289-bed hospital, has faithfully served communities across northern Broward County, South Florida and beyond for more than 30 years. As the only designated ‘Hospital of the Future’ in South Florida, we provide award-winning care using the latest state-of-the-art advancements in medical technology with a focus on excellence in patient safety and care experience. A Joint Commission-accredited hospital and primary stroke center, Northwest Medical Center is best known for its Heart and Vascular Institute; Bariatric Center of Excellence; dedicated Women’s Hospital with maternity services and the only Level III NICU in northern Broward County; 24/7 emergency medicine; minimally invasive robotic-assisted surgery; orthopedic, spine and neurological care, and more. Northwest Medical Center is training the next generation of physicians as a teaching hospital with a growing Graduate Medical Education (GME) program with specialized programs in internal medicine, podiatry, general surgery, anesthesia and pathology.
Northwest Medical Center is a facility of HCA East Florida. HCA East Florida is the largest healthcare system in Eastern Florida and an affiliate of Hospital Corporation of America (HCA). HCA East Florida has 14 hospitals, multiple ambulatory surgery centers, physician practices, and free standing emergency care facilities, as well as a supply chain center and an integrated regional lab. Together, HCA East Florida employs more than 18,000 employees and has nearly 7,000 physicians on staff. For more information, visit HCAEastFlorida.com.
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