Screenings are performed by certified mammography technicians and read by radiologists who specialize in breast imaging. This experienced team performs approximately 50,000 mammograms each year.
Breast Self-Exams and Screenings
Self-exams and regular screening mammograms can help find breast cancer in its earlier, most treatable stages. Lehigh Valley Topper Cancer Institute offers the latest mammography technologies and vast expertise close to home.
Breast self-exams
It’s highly recommended that women examine their breasts once a month to make sure there aren’t any new lumps or areas for concern.
During a breast self-exam, you should:
- Do a visual inspection for swelling, dimpling of the skin or changes to the shape of your breasts.
- Stand in front of a mirror, first with your hands at your sides, then with your hands above your head, and finally with your hands on your hips.
- Inspect your breasts for lumps and thickened areas while standing up and lying down. You should use the opposite hand of the breast you are inspecting and move your fingers in a circular motion across your entire breast and under your arms. When you are lying down, put the arm on the side you are examining above your head.
Why Choose Lehigh Valley Topper Cancer Institute?
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Certified expertise
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Breast Imaging Center of Excellence
The American College of Radiology® has recognized Lehigh Valley Health Network as a Breast Imaging Center of Excellence. This designation recognizes health care centers that deliver the safest and most accurate breast cancer screenings.
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Advanced technology
We offer many of the latest breast cancer screening technologies, including 3D mammography (tomosynthesis), automated breast ultrasound (ABUS) and fast breast magnetic resonance imaging (MRI).
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Multiple locations throughout the region
Lehigh Valley Topper Cancer Institute offers mammography and other breast health services at various locations across the region, allowing you to receive the care you need without traveling far.
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The team at Lehigh Valley Topper Cancer Institute has unparalleled expertise in diagnosing and treating breast cancer. Find out what we can do for you.