A little luck is great, but early detection is critical when it comes to beating breast cancer. Mammograms are the gold standard for early breast cancer detection, and Outpatient Radiology Scottsbluff is ACR-accredited in mammography, meaning you get the best quality imaging and care from a highly trained team. OPR Scottsbluff doesn’t just offer screening mammograms, though. Patients can receive a whole host of comprehensive women’s imaging, ensuring you know where you stand with your breast health.
Leading women’s imaging care at OPR Scottsbluff is Scottsbluff native Dr. Michael Yung, a board-certified and fellowship-trained radiologist dedicated to helping women stay proactive about their breast health. Dr. Yung shared how important screening mammograms are for detecting breast cancer early, when it is most treatable.
“Regardless of a patient’s health or history, a mammogram is the most effective way to detect breast cancer early, which leads to better outcomes. It’s incredibly important for your breast health and breast cancer prevention to not put off this screening. So if you’re over 40 or have a family history of breast cancer, call our office to get scheduled,” said Dr. Yung.
According to the American Cancer Society, 1 in 8 women will be diagnosed with breast cancer in their lifetime. Despite that shocking statistic, many women delay mammograms due to concerns about results, discomfort or wanting a more personalized healthcare experience.
The team at OPR Scottsbluff understands these barriers and works hard to create a comfortable, supportive environment where patients feel heard and cared for. With walk-in appointments, online self-scheduling and fast results, Outpatient Radiology Scottsbluff strives to make breast health screening easier and less stressful for the women of Western Nebraska. Since opening in April 2024, their attention to care and comfort has not gone unnoticed.
“I’m very happy with OPR Scottsbluff’s team, their scheduling system, fast insurance approval and overall imaging experience. They take the uneasiness out of everything, from my initial mammogram to the further breast imaging I needed,” said a recent OPR patient, Lori. “A lot of women put off their mammograms because they think (cancer) won’t happen to them, but I can’t stress (enough) the importance of staying up to date on your screenings. The unknown is scary, and that’s why many of us put off our mammograms. But I was lucky my lump was caught early, and because of that, I’m still here.”
For some women, additional screening beyond a mammogram may be required. For example, if a mammogram discovers something that needs a closer look, a breast biopsy may be recommended. Or for women with dense breasts, supplemental imaging like an abbreviated breast MRI can help detect abnormalities that may not be visible on a traditional mammogram. Their team is happy to offer a cash price option of $449 for this exam, helping make advanced screening more accessible and transparent.
Dr. Yung and the entire team of experienced technologists at Outpatient Radiology Scottsbluff are passionate about delivering high-quality women’s imaging and providing a full range of breast imaging services, including:
- 3D screening mammograms
- Diagnostic mammograms
- Breast ultrasound
- Breast MRI (screening and diagnostic)
- Breast biopsy
OPR Scottsbluff strongly encourages women to stay current with their annual mammograms as a key step in early detection and long-term breast health. Choose their experienced and caring team for your breast imaging and schedule your screening mammogram by calling 308.281.XRAY or self-schedule online. No doctor’s order is needed to schedule your screening mammogram, and it’s covered by most insurance companies.
