Breast Nurse Navigator

The Crossing Rivers Health Medical Imaging Department is proud to announce the addition of breast MRI scans to supplement its 3D mammogram and breast ultrasound program.

Breast cancer ranks as the most common malignancy in women. Annual screening mammography is recommended for every woman starting at age 40. MRI of the breast is an ideal complementary imaging study to mammography and ultrasound for the evaluation of breast disease in women at high risk. The primary care provider and nurse practitioner must be aware of the screening recommendations and indications for breast MRI.

As such, Crossing Rivers Health is pleased to implement a new program to assist our patients with their breast health. Our breast health nurse navigator will partner with Crossing Rivers Health primary care providers to assist patients newly diagnosed with breast cancer to get the information, resources, and support they need. The nurse navigator is part of the healthcare team in helping women make informed choices for care, assisting with care coordination, and offering ongoing support to the patient and family through treatment. For our patients who may be identified as having a high risk of developing breast cancer, our nurse navigator and the primary care provider will work with the patient in developing a comprehensive plan with our Medical Imaging Department for additional screening services and follow-up care.