Western Baptist now has certified breast ultrasonographers

Western Baptist Hospital ultrasound technologists Heather Mathis and Stephanie Smith have become the hospital’s first certified breast ultrasonographers. The certification is through the American Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonographers.

Ultrasonography plays an important role in the evaluation of breast cancer. Breast sonography aids mammography in the detection of breast cancer, but is also used to track tumors, monitor blood supply conditions and assist in the accurate biopsy of breast tissue.

Western Baptist Hospital has been designated a Breast Imaging Center of Excellence, a distinction awarded to just the top 3 percent in the nation. Breast imaging services are fully accredited in mammography, stereotactic breast biopsy, breast ultrasound and ultrasound-guided breast biopsy.