Breast cancer remains one of the most common forms of disease among women. Every woman is at risk. Early detection and advanced treatments are key in helping save more lives than ever before. The latest advances in the field of mammography have arrived at SSM Health Breast Care at SSM Health St. Anthony Hospital - Midwest.
“We are excited to bring the latest technology in breast care to SSM Health St. Anthony Hospital - Midwest,” said Dr. Kevin L. Lewis, President, SSM Health St. Anthony Hospital - Midwest & Regional President of SSM Health Medical Group Oklahoma. “The new advanced 3D mammography technology allows our physicians to look at the breast, layer by layer, in far greater detail than ever before. Additionally, patients will now be able to know their mammogram results before they leave their appointment. Knowing these results quickly will lead to additional peace of mind and quicker treatment, if necessary.”
3D mammography is more accurate in detecting breast cancers early and is particularly useful for screening women with dense breast tissue. This technology will allow the physician to better distinguish masses or tissues that might be cancerous from healthy breast tissue. The 3D mammography equipment moves in an arc across the breast and can show images from many different angles. Additional comprehensive breast care services at SSM Health St. Anthony Hospital - Midwest include ultrasound, stereotactic biopsies, ductography, nurse navigation, clinical breast exams, surgical consultation, genetic testing/risk management program, breast MRI and breast MRI-guided biopsies. Should treatment be necessary, a variety of the latest treatment options are available from surgery to chemotherapy.
SSM Health Breast Care offers six convenient locations across the Oklahoma City metropolitan area, with the addition of SSM Health St. Anthony Hospital - Midwest. Our patients consistently rank us as one of the most recommended breast centers in the nation according to patient survey results. To schedule an appointment, patients can call 405-610-8888.
SSM Health Breast Care at SSM Health St. Anthony Hospital - Midwest looks forward to serving our patients with our Mission in mind, “Through our exceptional health care services, we reveal the healing presence of God.”
About SSM Health St. Anthony Hospital – Midwest:
SSM Health St. Anthony Hospital - Midwest provides exceptional health care services to the residents of Eastern Oklahoma County and beyond, including Midwest City and surrounding communities, with a focus on cardiology, orthopedics, surgery and behavioral health. The hospital is part of SSM Health Oklahoma that includes SSM Health St. Anthony Hospital - Oklahoma City, Bone & Joint Hospital at St. Anthony, St. Anthony South, St. Anthony Hospital – Shawnee, SSM Health Medical Group, five SSM Health St. Anthony Healthplex locations, and six managed rural hospitals.
