Hospital Adds Digital Mammography

A local hospital recently installed a major upgrade that will save patients time, and give more ...  More »

A local hospital recently installed a major upgrade that will save patients time, and give more detailed information to doctors. The Pell Imaging Center at Mercy Hospital in Cadillac installed a new digital mammography system in February. Unlike traditional film-based mammography, digital mammography gives radiologists the ability to zoom in on details of x-rays, allowing them to more easily observe suspicious or concerning areas. Digital mammography also saves a significant amount of time -- it takes less than half the time of film-based exams, and the radiologist has the ability to immediately review images without waiting for them to develop. Those at the Pell Imaging Center said that there are many advantages to the new system; they said it's win-win for everyone involved and helps them to provide exceptional care to women in our community.  « Less