Mammograms
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Two different types of mammograms, which are x-rays of the breast, are used to detect breast cancer. A screening mammogram is used in women who are NOT experiencing signs or symptoms of the disease.
Typically, two films of each breast are taken during a screening mammogram. A radiologist reviews the films, noting tumors or abnormalities that can indicate the presence of breast cancer. The obvious benefit of a screening mammogram is the detailed views that can detect early stages of breast cancer before being felt.
A physician’s order is necessary for a screening mammogram. Screening mammograms are offered at the following locations:
Samaritan Hospital
1025 Center Street
Ashland, Ohio 44805
For questions, call 419-289-0491, ext. 2529 or 3145
To schedule an appointment, call 419-289-0491, ext. 2501
Kettering-Samaritan Health Center
546 North Union Street
Loudonville, Ohio 44842
For questions, call 419-994-4121
To schedule an appointment, call 419-289-0491, ext. 2501
T.W. Miller Woman’s Health Services
2212 Mifflin Avenue
Ashland, Ohio 44805
For questions, call 419-207-9272
To schedule an appointment, call 419-289-0491, ext. 2501
Diagnostic mammograms take more time, as they require additional views to obtain optimal information from several angles. A diagnostic mammogram will be ordered by your physician if you are experiencing any signs of breast cancer, or if a screening mammogram indicated a need for enhanced images.
At Samaritan Regional Health System, the primary distinction between the two mammograms is that a physician is on-site for a diagnostic mammogram, which is only offered at Samaritan Hospital, 1025 Center Street in Ashland, Ohio 44805. Appointments are made through Resource Scheduling at 419-289-0491, ext. 2501.
The American Cancer Society recommends women age 40 and older have a mammogram every year. Prior to the age of 40, all women are encouraged to perform monthly self breast examinations, and receive a yearly clinical breast examination, performed by a physician or nurse practitioner.
Jerome Klobutcher, M.D. of Samaritan Women’s Care, is a strong proponent of prevention and early detection, as is his partner, Roopa Meda, M.D. In fact, the odds of detecting breast cancer in its early stages are “distinctively increased” when clinical breast examinations are combined with mammograms.
More information about breast cancer can be found at the following sites*:
*Inclusion on this list does not imply endorsement by Samaritan Regional Health System.
