October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month — the perfect time to stay proactive and schedule your mammogram. A mammogram can typically detect cancerous or non-cancerous tumors and cysts before they are felt. Early detection saves lives.
The American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists (ACOG) recommends starting mammograms at age 40, with screening occurring every one to two years. After age 75, you should talk to your ARC clinician to decide whether continuing routine screenings is still the right choice for you.
Mammograms are conveniently offered at ARC Far West and ARC South 1st Pediatrics in Austin, ARC Center Street in Kyle, and ARC Cedar Park Building C. Screenings are conducted in a comfortable imaging suite with a private changing area and waiting room, all accredited by the American College of Radiology.
ARC conducts screening mammograms for patients who are not experiencing symptoms. If you are experiencing symptoms, such as pain, a lump, discharge, or skin changes in your breast, contact your clinician to obtain a diagnostic order for extended imaging.
Book your appointment today by:
- Logging in to the MyChart patient portal
- Visiting ARCmammograms.com
- Calling 512-272-4636 (512-ARC-INFO) and choosing option "1"