We are pleased to offer online scheduling for our mammography patients.
For your convenience, we offer an option to schedule your annual screening mammogram online. Click “Schedule My Screening Mammogram” to get started.
Schedule My screening Mammogram
If you have an order for a diagnostic mammogram, please call our schedulers at (520) 733-7226 to make an appointment.
Do I Need a Mammogram?
The American Cancer Society and the American College of Radiology have developed guidelines shown in the table below. Over 90% of breast cancers can be detected when all three methods are used together in a planned program. The following recommendations are for women who are considered average risk for developing breast cancer.
Age | Breast Self-Exam | Mammography | Physical Exam |
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20-40 | Once a month, 7-10 days after onset of menstruation | Initial mammogram at age 40 | At least every 3 years |
40+ | Once a month, 7-10 days after onset of menstruation | Every year | Every year |