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Breast scans enable Radiologists to assess and diagnose various conditions such as tumors, abscesses, hematomas or cysts.

SMIL offers breast scan services in Scottsdale, Phoenix, Gilbert, Mesa, Paradise Valley and Fountain Hills, Arizona.

The SMIL Breast Nurse Navigator program, available at all SMIL Breast Centers of Excellence, offers nationally certified, in-person support. Nurse Navigators guide patients through care recommendations from physicians, surgeons, and radiologists providing clarity and compassion throughout their journey.

SMIL offers the following breast scans:

Digital (Screening) Mammography - Digital Mammography is a system that uses low-dose X-rays and electronic detectors (similar to those found in digital cameras) to produce clearer images of the breast than what was previously possible with traditional film mammography, and allows for a more computerized analysis of a breast exam.

MammoScreen® - Mammoscreen® is FDA-cleared, comprehensive breast cancer screening software designed to assist radiologists in reading digital mammograms. It provides support by handling the tedious tasks of reading exams, such as measuring breast density; or by acting as a 'second set of eyes' for the radiologist by highlighting suspicious areas. While AI can never replace the expertise of a radiologist, it is a valuable tool that enhances the confidence and precision of the physicians caring for you. And consistent with our patient-first philosophy, this technology is included at no added cost to patients.

3D Mammograms (Tomosynthesis) - Breast Tomosynthesis (3D Mammography) is used to take 3D images of the breasts, allowing areas of interest to be examined from all angles. This exam is performed at the same time as a 2D mammogram, minimizing time and exposure for the patient. We offer 3D mammography at all of our breast service locations.

Galactography - Galactography, or Ductography, is a highly specialized procedure that uses mammography and a contrast material to obtain images of the inside of the breasts milk ducts.

Needle Localizations - A needle localization of the breast is done when another breast exam shows lumps or abnormalities that require surgical removal. Imaging is used to place a thin wire next to the area of concern in the breast as a guide for the surgical team.

Diagnostic Mammograms - When you have a new breast problem or when extra views of the breast are needed to clarify information from a screening mammogram.

Breast Ultrasound - Often used to examine certain breast changes that can't be clearly seen on a mammogram. Breast ultrasound is most often used along with a mammogram and is not a screening method for breast cancer.

Breast MRI Scans - MRI is helpful in finding abnormalities that are not visible with mammography or ultrasound. In general, MRI is used only in women at high risk for breast cancer.

Breast Biopsies - Breast biopsies are performed to remove a small amount of cells from a suspicious area in the breast for examination in a laboratory. Guided biopsies can be performed in conjunction with mammography (stereotactic), MRI, or ultrasound.

In addition to these services, SMIL offers interventional radiology and nuclear medicine services for breasts: