News & Media

June, 2009

FATIMA HOSPITAL ACQUIRES FULL FIELD DIGITAL MAMMOGRAPHY TECHNOLOGY

Mammography plays a central role in the early detection of breast cancer, detecting changes in the breast that may be early signs of cancer, but are too small or subtle to be felt.

Through the use of computers and specially designed digital detectors, full field digital mammography produces images that can be displayed on a high-resolution computer monitor in a matter of seconds, enabling the radiologist to adjust the brightness, change contrast and zoom in for close-ups of specific areas of interest.

Additional benefits to patients include a shorter time spent in the breast imaging suite, as there is no waiting for film to develop, as well as a significant reduction in exposure to x-rays.

"We are pleased to add this latest weapon in the fight against breast cancer," said John M. Fogarty, President and CEO at Fatima Hospital, "Special thanks go to members of our Congressional delegation, Senators Reed and Whitehouse and Representative Kennedy, for helping to secure federal funds toward this important acquisition."

In addition to mammography, the Alice Viola Breast Care Center offers breast ultrasounds, stereotactic core biopsy and other non-invasive diagnostic procedures, plus bone densitometry, on-site surgical and radiological consults as well as a professional breast tumor board.

For information or to schedule an appointment,
please call 456-3926, Monday though Friday