Breast Health

3D Mammograms, Breast Health Education and More

Starting at age 40, women should have a screening mammogram every year. With the latest 3D mammogram technology available at the LMH Health Women’s Center, you have access to the advanced breast cancer detection tools you need, close to home or work.

Designed with women in mind, our Women’s Center provides a soothing environment that makes your annual mammogram as convenient and comfortable as possible. As your partner for lifelong health, we are proud to support you with the latest 3D technology in the fight against breast cancer.

Early Detection: Your Most Powerful Defense

• One in eight women will develop breast cancer.
• Early detection increases the five-year survival rate to nearly 100 percent.
• 85 percent of breast cancers occur in women with no family history of the disease..

The best way to protect your breast health is through annual mammograms. Ready to schedule your mammogram? Call 785-505-3300 today. Walk-in appointments are available at our LMH Health West Campus Women’s Center. 

The Benefits of 3D Mammograms

• Doctors are able to examine breast tissue layer by layer, revealing the finest of details with greater clarity. 
• Detects breast cancer earlier with greater accuracy
• Identifies up to 65% more invasive forms of breast cancer than 2D mammograms
• Reduces the need for repeat mammograms by up to 40%

What to expect from your care team

Our onsite breast surgeon provides same-day diagnostic results whenever possible, and when breast cancer is detected, our physicians combine advanced breast-imaging technology, 3D mammography, ultrasound and biopsy to create customized treatment plans for highly personalized care. Learn more about multidisciplinary cancer care excellence at the LMH Health Cancer Center.

Comprehensive Breast Cancer Care

In addition to breast cancer screening, our physicians and staff are dedicated to excellence in breast cancer care coordination. Our onsite breast surgeon provides same-day diagnostic results whenever possible, and when breast cancer is detected, our physicians combine advanced breast-imaging technology, 3D mammography, ultrasound and biopsy to create customized treatment plans for highly personalized care. Learn more about multidisciplinary cancer care excellence at the LMH Health Cancer Center.

Lifetime Breast Cancer Risk Assessment

The LMH Health Women’s Center works in hand in hand with LMH Health Imaging and the LMH Health Cancer Center to identify lifetime breast cancer risk.

• Prior to your mammogram, you’ll work one-on-one with mammography technologist to complete a risk assessment form.
• Your mammogram images will be reviewed by one of our board-certified radiologists.
• If your assessment shows a 20% or greater lifetime risk for developing breast cancer, you’ll receive a referral to the LMH High Risk Breast Program where you will seen biannually by a Medical Oncologist and a Breast Surgeon with the goal of reducing your
  risk of developing breast cancer.

Cancer Survivorship Program

The Cancer Survivorship Program at LMH Health Cancer Center offers dedicated staff to work with you and your primary care doctor to keep your screenings up to date, manage ongoing side effects of treatment, and help you navigate life after cancer treatment.

Accredited by the American College of Radiology, we are committed to the early detection of breast cancer, and we adhere to guidelines outlined by the American College of Radiology and the American Cancer Society.

LMH Health is designated by the American College of Radiology (ACR) as a Breast Imaging Center of Excellence.

As an NAPBC-accredited center, the LMH Health Cancer Center is committed to maintaining levels of excellence in the delivery of comprehensive, patient-centered, multidisciplinary care resulting in high-quality care for patients with breast disease.