Emory Johns Creek Hospital held the official grand opening of its Center for Breast Care Sept. 12. The specialty center, which opened to patients in August, is designed to provide women a more streamlined and stress-free environment and better access to breast care.
The new $1.5 million center offers all digital, state-of-the-art technology – including 3D mammography, stereotactic breast biopsy, breast ultrasound and ultrasound-guided procedures, plus more. Breast MRI and MRI-guided biopsies are offered in the nearby radiology department. The center is staffed with a team of dedicated breast health specialists, each with specialized training in breast care. Centrally located in a 4,000 square foot suite on the first floor of the hospital’s Physician’s Plaza, the facility offers patients direct access to the hospital and its services, including surgery and oncology.
A benefit of the center is the ability to help schedule women for any additional evaluations, such as an MRI or a biopsy, during the initial visit. Patients at the new center will experience new breast imaging technology. The 3D mammogram, sometimes called breast tomosynthesis, is designed for early breast cancer detection. It is done in conjunction with a traditional 2D mammogram and takes about 4 seconds longer than a usual mammogram.
Another major asset is the center’s nurse navigator, who serves as a patient’s primary point of contact. The navigator is available to answer questions, provide information to assist in decision-making, coordinate care with necessary breast health physicians and provide emotional support for the patient and her family.
The Center for Breast Care is open Monday through Friday from 7:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. For more information, visit emoryjohnscreek.com/ medical-services/breastcenter/ index.html . Emory Johns Creek has been designated a Breast Imaging Center of Excellence by the American College of Radiology and provides patients with a cancer program that has been accredited with commendation by the Commission on Cancer. ■
Emory Johns Creek Hospital Opens Center for Breast Care The new $1.5 million center offers all digital, state-of-the-art technology – including 3D mammography, stereotactic breast biopsy, breast ultrasound and ultrasound-guided procedures
