Mobile Mammography Service Debuts on Wheels: Aims to Preserve Lives through On-the-Go Breast Examinations

The fight against breast cancer just got a little closer to home, thanks to the expansion of UR Medicine's Mobile Mammography Van. This innovative initiative is making strides in increasing access to essential breast cancer screenings in the Rochester, Finger Lakes, and Western New York region.

Identifying breast cancer early provides the greatest chance for survival, and the Mobile Mammography Van is a crucial tool in this mission. Equipped with state-of-the-art, 3D breast imaging technology, the van offers the same amenities and comforts as other imaging centers, including private dressing rooms, air conditioning, and wheelchair accessibility.

Jennifer Harvey, MD, chair of UR Medicine Imaging and a breast imaging expert, expresses her passion for this effort. She cites concerns about women not getting mammograms annually and emphasises the importance of early detection. Kathy Parrinello, chief operating officer for UR Medicine's Strong Memorial Hospital, concurs, stating that the Mammo Van ensures equitable access to breast cancer screenings, allowing women to get a mammogram close to home.

The Mobile Mammography Van is funded by longtime UR Medicine Board member Joseph Lobozzo, who passed away earlier this year. His legacy lives on in the form of this vital service, providing a significant boost to breast cancer screenings in the region.

To schedule an appointment for a mammogram, call 844-870-0002 or email MammoVan@our website. For those in need of financial assistance, New York State Cancer Services Programs are available to support people who are uninsured or underinsured and need important cancer screenings.

The Mammo Van outreach program is aimed at areas with limited access to cancer screening in the region. It will visit inner-city community centers, rural towns, indigenous American and Amish communities, organisations supporting migrants, health fairs, and other large events. For the most accurate and up-to-date information, it is recommended to contact UR Medicine directly or check their official website for announcements about their mobile mammography services.

UR Medicine Breast Imaging and Wilmot Cancer Institute provide comprehensive breast cancer screening, diagnosis, and care. The Mammo Van will also visit UR Medicine clinical practices in Rochester and throughout the region, bringing care close to home.

For those interested in mobile mammography services in other regions, similar programs like the Stony Brook Cancer Center's Mobile Mammography Van in Long Island might provide a model for what such services could look like. These vans often offer convenient access to mammograms in various locations, including community centers and health fairs.

In the fight against breast cancer, every step counts. The Mobile Mammography Van is a significant stride towards ensuring that women across the Rochester, Finger Lakes, and Western New York region have access to essential breast cancer screenings, paving the way for early detection and improved outcomes.