3D Mammography
What Is a Mammogram?
A mammogram is a safe, low-dose X-ray picture of the breast. There are
two kinds of mammography exams—screening and diagnostic. Both require
a provider’s order. With our new high-performance, cancer detection
technology built on artificial intelligence (AI), our
3D mammography unit is designed to
focus on your comfort.
Benefits for women who receive a 3D mammogram paired with Profound AI™:
- More accurate results
- Faster diagnosis
- Improved cancer detection
- Fewer unnecessary callbacks
- Fewer false-positives
- New comfort design
With 3D mammography, you are less likely to experience unnecessary callbacks
or further testing. If you are concerned about radiation exposure, our
Senographe Pristina™ mammography unit is the only approved 3D unit that delivers the same low
dose as 2D without compromising image quality.
Watch to learn more about our new 3D unit, the Senographe Pristina™.
Breast Health at North Oaks
Breast cancer is a disease that all women should be concerned about. It
is one of the most common cancers among women, but frequently can be cured
if detected and treated early. The Mammography Program at North Oaks offers
affordable, high quality screening and diagnostic services to help women
detect cancer.
Mammography Services Offered
When should you have a mammogram?
It is estimated that one out of eight women will develop breast cancer
during her lifetime. The American Medical Association and the American
College of Radiology have agreed that at:
- Age 20, you should start performing breast self-exams each month
- Age 40+, you should have an annual screening mammogram and a physician
examination of your breasts
How are results provided?
Results are provided to your doctor typically within 48 hours of your visit.
Studies are read by a board-certified radiologist with North Oaks Imaging
Associates, and are available to your doctor in a CD format upon request.
Where are Mammography Services provided?
North Oaks Diagnostic Center
15837 Paul Vega, MD, Drive
Hammond, LA 70403
Education & Support
The North Oaks Mammography Department offers information on the following
topics. Click the link to download.
This information is also available in printed format upon request at the
Mammography department.
Schedule your 3D mammogram today.
Call North Oaks Patient Scheduling between 7 a.m. and 5:30 p.m.
(985) 202-5469