Mammography

In January 2009 IGO Medical Group installed new state-of-the-art digital mammography equipment. The images provided with this technology offer the latest advantages for screening and early detection of breast cancer.

Mammography is an x-ray technique used to study the breasts and can help doctors detect breast cancer at an early stage when treatment can be most effective. IGO Medical Group is a licensed mammography facility staffed by licensed mammography technologists. Women can have their mammogram done conveniently and confidentially at the time of their annual exam and Pap and avoid having to schedule another appointment or travel to a different facility.

IGO Medical Group’s mammography technologists have many years of experience and are compassionate and sensitive to the needs of our patients. The technologists instruct women on breast health and breast self exam enabling them to participate in detecting breast changes at an early stage. All mammography x-rays are read by the board-certified radiology physicians of La Jolla Radiology Medical Group.

American Cancer Society Guidelines:

• Have a sister, mother or daughter who has had breast cancer.
• Have had breast cancer before.
• Have never had children or first child after age 30.
• Began menstruating at an early age.
• Went through menopause at a late age.

Accreditation Information:

State of California Mammography Facility and Equipment Accreditation

FDA Certified Mammography Facility

American College of Radiology Mammography Accreditation Program