Imaging

St. Joseph Medical Center offers advanced radiology and imaging services designed to deliver fast, accurate diagnoses in a comfortable and patient-focused environment. Using state-of-the-art equipment and guided by experienced, board-certified radiologists, the facility provides comprehensive diagnostic imaging to support a wide range of medical needs. Whether it’s routine screening or complex diagnostic testing, the radiology team is committed to high-quality care, precision, and timely results. All procedures are performed with a focus on safety and efficiency, ensuring patients receive the highest standard of diagnostic support. The department works closely with referring physicians to ensure coordinated, effective treatment planning.

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Breast Ultrasound

Breast ultrasound is a procedure used for further evaluation of a palpable breast abnormality or a density specific lump seen on mammography. It is an imaging technique using high frequency sound waves to scan the breast. Ultrasound can locate and measure abnormal changes or lesions in the breast and determine if a breast lump is solid or filled with liquid (cyst).

Breast MRI

Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) of the breast is a noninvasive diagnostic tool used to detect breast cancer and other abnormalities in the breast.

A breast MRI captures multiple images of the breast using a dedicated computer generating detailed images. The study involves obtaining pictures of the breast before and after contrast administration in an effort to display not only the size and shape of a lesion, but how it enhances, which can differentiate benign and malignant lesions.

The radiologist will review the MRI and send a report to the referring physician. Breast MRI is usually performed when a physician needs more information than a mammogram, ultrasound or clinical breast exam can provide. MRI of the breast is not a replacement of mammography or ultrasound, but rather a supplemental tool for detecting and staging breast cancer and other breast abnormalities.