Mammography
Mammography
Everyday, we learn more about breast cancer and how to win the battle. One fact is very clear-early detection is a distinct advantage. Fortunately, breast cancer is highly detectable through digital mammography screening. If breast cancer is detected early, the five-year survival rate is 97 percent. The earlier it’s treated, the better your chance of survival.
Early detection can save your life. Take a moment for yourself and schedule your mammogram today. Call 256-782-4699 to schedule your mammogram today.
Jacksonville Medical Center is staffed with a highly, qualified, nationally board certified, credentialed Mammography Technologist. JMC offers every woman the new Mammo-Pad: a soft foam pad that provides cushion between you and the mammography machine. Mammograms provide comfort for an entire lifetime.
Mammography Quality Standards Act and Program
Our mammography program meets all of the guidelines set by the American College of Radiology (ACR) and the Mammography Quality Standards Act (MQSA.) More than 9,000 FDA-certified facilities nationwide work to uphold the goal of the Mammography Quality Standards Act of 1992 as amended in 1998: to ensure the safety and reliability of mammography and help detect breast cancer in its earliest, most treatable stages. Click here to find out more about this important mammography program.
ACR Accreditation
To find out more about what it means when you choose an ACR facility, click here. Facilities with this logo are Breast Imaging Centers of Excellence. They have demonstrated excellence in breast imaging by successfully achieving accreditation in Mammography, Stereotactic Breast Biopsy, Breast Ultrasound and Ultrasound-Guided Breast Biopsy.
Employee Support for Breast Cancer Awareness
View the video made at Jacksonville Medical Center, with employees donning pink gloves in support of bringing awareness to this deadly disease.
