Digital Mammography
Springfield Hospital's Breast Care department has a brand new
state of the art Digital Mammography unit. Digital mammography
produces excellent quality images, especially in the younger,
denser breast that has previously been more difficult to image. The
system allows the acquired images to be stored on a computer and to
be manipulated to demonstrate subtle abnormalities that may
previously have been more difficult to define.
The breast unit can offer a wealth of clinical experience with
three specialist breast surgeons, two specialist breast
radiologists and dedicated mammographers and nurses. It can offer
its service to women with breast problem symptoms and also to
non-symptomatic women merely wishing to have their breasts
screened.
For women presenting with a breast problem and who have been
referred by their own GP or referred by the Private GP service also
offered at Springfield; a “One-Stop” clinic is offered. This
consists of an appointment with the Consultant, Digital
mammography, further investigations if required and then a
diagnostic consultation again with the breast Consultant. He will
examine the findings and provide a diagnosis. This reduces waiting
time for investigation results and can help alleviate extra anxiety
at what can be an anxious time.
Support services are provided in the form of a Clinical nurse
specialist in cancer care who can answer any questions and give
help and practical support. For those who are non-symptomatic and
over 40 years of age but who may wish to have a one off or regular
screenings (repeat mammograms should not be performed within a year
of each other) we can also offer a direct access private breast
health screening service. To be eligible for this you must have NO
breast problem symptoms and will be asked to answer some qualifying
health questions to ensure that direct access is appropriate for
you.
Subject to this, you are able to book a digital mammogram
without a GP referral letter.
To book an appointment
To book or for further information call: 01245 234110