Tag: Mammography

AHEC, Continuing Education, Mammography, Mammography, Women's Health

The Future of Mammography: AI-Powered Breast Cancer Risk Assessments Are Now Available Directly to Consumers

Artificial intelligence is transforming breast imaging, and a new development could change how women understand their breast cancer risk. For years, mammography has played a critical role in the early detection of breast cancer. Now, advancements in artificial intelligence (AI) are expanding the possibilities of breast imaging beyond detecting existing abnormalities to predicting a patient’s future risk of developing breast cancer. A recent announcement from … Continue reading The Future of Mammography: AI-Powered Breast Cancer Risk Assessments Are Now Available Directly to Consumers

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AHEC, AHEC Foundation, Mammography

Two Paths, One Purpose: Meet the October 2026 GROW! Mammography Fellows

Behind every decision to pursue mammography is a reason. For Cesley Campos, it is the chance to help women feel supported while keeping screenings available at her small hospital. For Tinley Steedman, it is the connection she feels with patients and the sense of purpose she found during her clinical training.  The AHEC Foundation is proud to introduce Cesley and Tinley as the GROW! Mammography … Continue reading Two Paths, One Purpose: Meet the October 2026 GROW! Mammography Fellows

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Continuing Education, Cross-Training, Mammography, Ultrasound

Cross-Training in Ultrasound or Mammography: The Credential That Opens More Doors

In the fast-evolving world of medical imaging, standing still is the quickest way to get left behind. If you are a Radiologic Technologist (RT), you already know how vital your role is to patient care. But if you’re looking at your career path and wondering how to secure higher pay, better hours, and absolute job security, the answer lies in one strategy: cross-training. Specifically, expanding … Continue reading Cross-Training in Ultrasound or Mammography: The Credential That Opens More Doors

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Mammography, AHEC

A Day in the Life of a Mammography Technologist

When people find out you’re a mammography technologist, you usually get one of two reactions: a sympathetic “Oof, that sounds tough,” or a nervous joke about “the pancake machine.” But here’s the truth: my job isn’t just about mechanics and compression. It’s a delicate dance of high-tech physics, clinical precision, and deep emotional support. If you’ve ever wondered what happens on the other side of … Continue reading A Day in the Life of a Mammography Technologist

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How to Become a Mammography Technologist

Mammography technologists are vital in the healthcare field, specializing in advanced imaging techniques that play a crucial role in detecting and diagnosing breast cancer. As the demand for skilled mammography technologists continues to grow, so do the educational and certification requirements for entering this rewarding field. A critical step in this career path is completing specialized mammography training. This training equips you with the expertise … Continue reading How to Become a Mammography Technologist

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Mammography

What Are the Requirements for a Mammography CE?

Mammography is more than just a specialized area of medical imaging. It’s a lifeline in the fight against breast cancer, offering early detection that can make all the difference. For technologists in this field, continuing education isn’t just about meeting standards — it’s about staying at the forefront of patient care, ensuring each scan brings us closer to a future where lives are saved through … Continue reading What Are the Requirements for a Mammography CE?

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AHEC, Career Development, Mammography

Navigating the Way to Becoming a Breast Health Clinical Navigator

Becoming a breast health clinical navigator is a rewarding and challenging career path that requires a variety of skills and knowledge. It is important to understand what the role entails and what qualifications and experience are necessary to become a breast health clinical navigator. As a breast health clinical navigator, you will be responsible for providing support to patients and their families in their journey … Continue reading Navigating the Way to Becoming a Breast Health Clinical Navigator

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