The Women’s Health Center of St. Francis Hospital & Heart Center

Using advanced resources, we evaluate and provide early and accurate diagnosis of various women’s health issues including: 

Breast related:

• Breast cancer
• Lump/mass in breast
• Mastitis
• Fibrocystic changes
• Carcinoma in situ (CIS) - early stage cancers
• Mammographic micro calcifications
• Malignant neoplasm of nipple and areola
• Implant leakage
• Malignant neoplasm of male breast and gynecomastia

Other conditions:

• Osteoporosis
• Osteopenia
• Pelvic pain and pelvic conditions
• Fibroids
• Ovarian Cysts

Diagnostic Testing

Our dedicated team of physicians, nurses and imaging specialists are experts in comprehensive diagnostic techniques and innovative technology. We provide same-day results for mammography and breast ultrasounds and if the results are abnormal, our physicians will recommend additional testing options for further analysis.

Diagnostic tests include: 

• Mammography – Uses X-ray imaging to view and take pictures of breast tissue.
• Digital Breast Tomosynthesis (3D-Mammography) with Computer-Aided Detection (CAD) – Uses low dose X-rays that create sharp images to view the breast tissue.
• Breast MRI - Uses magnetic resonance imaging to create detailed images of the breast.
• Breast Ultrasound – A non-invasive technique that uses high frequency sound waves to view breast tissue.
• Biopsy - A procedure using a fine needle to remove a sample of breast tissue for testing.
• MRI-guided breast biopsy - Uses magnetic resonance imaging to assist with a biopsy to evaluate breast tissue.
• Stereotactic Breast Biopsy (X-ray-guided biopsy) - Uses three dimensional positioning of the biopsy needle to obtain tissue samples.
• Ultrasound-guided Breast Biopsy – Uses ultrasound guidance to assist with a biopsy.
• Pelvic Ultrasound - A non-invasive technique that uses high frequency sound waves to view the pelvis.
• Sonohysterography - A test that uses ultrasound and sterile saline solution to view the uterus and pelvic area.
• Bone Density testing – A bone densitometry is a low-dose x-ray that measures calcium and other minerals in the bones to evaluate your bone's strength and thickness.
• Whole Body Composition, DXA Scans – An advanced body composition assessment to measure fat, lean muscle mass, and bone throughout your body. 

To schedule an appointment, call (631) 465-6880.

Outstanding imaging for a more accurate diagnosis

The Women's Center at St. Francis Hospital & Heart Center is a Breast Imaging Center of Excellence, designated by the American College of Radiology and accredited in digital breast tomosynthesis (3D mammography), stereotactic breast biopsy with Affirm, breast ultrasound, ultrasound guided breast biopsy and gynecological ultrasound services.

As a Pink Ribbon Facility, a distinction awarded to providers utilizing the most advanced mammography technologies, skilled clinicians are compliant with the latest screen recommendations. The Center is also a SCOUT® Wire-Free provider for demonstrating excellence in breast tumor localization.