Full Field Digital Mammography
High Resolution Breast Sonography
Bone Densitometry
Stereotactic Biopsies
Sonographic Biopsies
Wire Localizations
Breast MRI (Exam performed at Magnetic Imaging of Paris)

In addition to our state-of-the-art digital mammography, we also offer high resolution breast sonography. This is performed on a GE Logiq 7 sonography unit, one of the most technologically advanced sonography units on the market today.

When should I obtain a breast sonogram?
Sonography is usually performed on any mass or lump that can be felt by you or your physician. Your physician will usually order this test if it is necessary. This study is also often performed to evaluate an abnormal finding on a mammogram. By performing sonography, the breast imaging physician can evaluate the lump. The information obtained may help him to determine whether the lump is benign or malignant. This information is then used along with information from the mammogram to help your physician decide whether you need a biopsy. A biopsy is where a small piece of breast tissue is removed and examined under a microscope to see whether or not it is malignant.

How is a sonogram performed?
You will lie on a comfortable table, and a breast imaging specialist will place a small amount of gel on your breast. A sonogram probe will then be placed in contact with your breast, and it will produce a picture of the inside of your breast on a computer screen. There is absolutely no pain involved in this process. The probe will be moved slowly across your breast, and pictures will be obtained. These pictures will be evaluated by the radiologist. In most cases, the radiologist will discuss these findings with you during or immediately after you have this procedure. He will then send a report to your physician telling him of the results of the test. The entire test usually takes about 15 minutes to perform.