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Understanding the role that breast cancer risk assessment and cancer genetics play in the care of patients in imaging centers enhances the ability to provide comprehensive breast care. This in-depth course was created specifically with the mammography technologist in mind and aims to provide the breast imaging health professional with the knowledge needed to support comprehensive breast care in the imaging space. At the conclusion of the course, the mammography tech will be equipped with new knowledge that will immediately and positively impact the care of the patients they serve.

Important topics covered include:

  • Foundational breast cancer knowledge
  • How breast cancer affects different populations
  • A detailed overview of breast disease
  • Risk factors for the development of breast cancer, including factors related to imaging
  • An introduction to cancer genetics with a focus on breast specific genetic conditions
  • A comprehensive review of breast cancer risk assessment
  • Recommendations for care based on risk

Speakers include: Louise Miller, RTRM, Stephanie Percich, MS, CGC, Ronit Lebor, MS, CGC, Lauren Siems, MS, CGC and Jade Jaramillo, MS, LCGC

Special thanks to Myriad Genetics for partnering with Mammography Educators, so we can bring you this valuable course at a discounted rate.

Disclaimer: This information is provided to help answer questions with respect to hereditary cancer risk assessment and hereditary cancer testing. It is general in nature and is not intended to provide a comprehensive, definitive analysis of specific risks. The information provided herein should be taken into consideration with other medical and research information regarding cancer risks, hereditary cancer risks and pre-dispositional cancer testing and risk factors.

Please note: This CE activity may be available in multiple formats or from different CE sponsors.  ARRT regulations state that an individual may not repeat a CE activity for credit if it was reported in the same CE biennium.