Mammography

Thanks to a rise in routine screening mammograms, more and more breast cancers are being caught in the earliest, most treatable stages.

All our locations offer a comfortable environment, a caring and experienced staff, and a wide range of state-of-the-art screening and diagnostic capabilities. We also offer a mobile mammography program.

What is a Mammogram?

A mammogram is a low-dose X-ray used to routinely evaluate a woman’s breast health. It helps doctors see whether there are any abnormalities or changes in the breast tissue that may need to be further explored.

At Swedish, all mammograms are performed utilizing state-of-the-art equipment.

When Should I Start Getting Mammograms?

Studies show that the breast X-ray can detect a lump two years before it can be felt and can identify up to 90 percent of breast cancers. That’s why the American Cancer Society recommends that women have the exam done once a year starting at age 40. Women with a family history of breast cancer may be advised by their physician to start earlier than 40. Learn more about Screening Guidelines

Scheduling Your Exam

When scheduling your mammogram, please let the scheduler know of the following:

• If you have had a prior mammogram, we will need to know when and where they are located.
• If you have special needs (wheelchair/ walker needs, interpreter services, etc). We want to ensure that we have the appropriate staff available to assist you.
• If you are pregnant or nursing
• If you have breast implants
• Any recent breast surgeries or biopsies

To reduce discomfort:

• Schedule your mammogram within the first 10 days of your menstrual cycle.

   

Appointments & Referrals

 Swedish Breast Centers Appointment / Referral Form (PDF)

Swedish Edmonds Breast Center

Stevens Pavilion
7320 216th St. S.W.
Edmonds, WA 98026 Map & Directions
425-640-4260, option 1
Hours: 8 a.m.-5 p.m., Monday-Friday; 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., Saturday
Self-referred patients accepted. Please contact center for details.

Note: The following Swedish Breast Centers require patients to provide the name of their current healthcare provider in order to receive services.

Swedish Breast Imaging Center / First Hill

1101 Madison St., Suite 310
Seattle, WA 98104 Map & Directions
206-215-8100

1-855-MAMMO4U
Hours: 8 a.m.-5 p.m., Monday-Friday

Women's Imaging Center / Ballard

2nd Floor Women's Imaging
5300 Tallman Ave. N.W.
Seattle, WA 98107 Map & Directions
206-781-6349
Hours: 7:30 a.m.-5 p.m., Monday-Friday
Weekend appointments available

Imaging / Issaquah

751 NE Blakely Drive
Issaquah, WA 98029
425-313-7000
Hours: 7:30a.m.-5p.m., Monday-Friday
Weekend appointments available

Screening Locations

Swedish / Millcreek Medical Imaging

13020 Meridian Ave S
Everett, WA 98208 Map & Directions
425-357-3920

Swedish / Redmond Medical Imaging

18100 NE Union Hill Road
Redmond, WA 98052 Map & Directions
425-498-2031

Mobile Mammography Services

Swedish primary-care clinics locations & schedule
To schedule the services of the Swedish
mobile mammography program, or to learn more about
locations, fees and availability, call 206-320-4760 

What to Expect

Day of Exam

In the Swedish Breast Center

Getting the Most Accurate Results