Medical Services • Breast Care

Putting technology and experience to work for you

At the NCH Breast Center, our experienced radiologists, oncologists and nurses are part of a breast cancer team that includes some of the best doctors in Chicago. They have access to the latest technological advances for early detection and treatment. These include:

• Full-screen digital mammography—allows data to be stored on a computer and enhanced or manipulated for thorough evaluation
• ImageChecker^® computer-aided detection (CAD) System—minimizes false negative readings during mammograms and enhances accuracy when reading mammograms
• Comfortable screening for full-figured women—an expanded detector area allows women with larger breasts to receive more comfortable mammograms
• Extra Gentle Mammogram technology available as an alternative for patients with sensitive breasts. Call 847.618.5880 and ask to speak with a breast nurse navigator
• Breast ultrasound—helps radiologist determine if an area contains a fluid-filled cyst or a solid mass
• Magnetic resonance imaging—provides additional information about abnormal tissue
• Advanced breast biopsy options including ultrasound-guided, MRI-guided and stereotactic breast biopsy, as well as intact breast excisional biopsies
• Accelerated partial breast irradiation (APBI)—allows more patients to conserve their breasts and avoid mastectomies. Reduces therapy time from seven weeks to five days using a small balloon catheter

Feel confident in your breast care. Get your mammograms and breast cancer care from some of the best doctors in Chicago at NCH. Find one now.