Mammography facility trends across Wisconsin

This paper summarizes the survey results obtained from the University of Wisconsin Mammography Update CME conference. This survey queried participants regarding the breast imaging services they offer. From 147 questionnaires distributed, 110 were returned. The majority of sites were in Wisconsin and were hospital based (57%). Thirty three percent were in clinic settings and 11 percent were "other" settings-clinics specializing in women's health and breast imaging. The survey addressed coordinated breast physical examinations, prior mammographic studies, self-referral, communication of mammographic results, patient call-backs for additional studies, breast compression, breast implants, scheduling, definitions of screening and diagnostic mammograms, presence of an on-site radiologist, and time allotted for the examinations. This survey attempted to gather useful information about the trends and practices of multiple diverse mammography facilities across Wisconsin and in surrounding states.