Dense Breasts, Clear Decisions: Navigating Supplemental Screening Options with Confidence
$32.00
1.25 Category A CEUs
Faculty: Ashley Huppe, MD
Breast density plays a critical role in both breast cancer risk assessment and the effectiveness of mammographic screening, yet it remains a frequent source of confusion for patients and providers alike. This course provides a comprehensive review of breast density and its impact on cancer detection, with a focus on improving clinical decision-making for patients with dense breast tissue.
This course explores how breast density affects mammographic sensitivity, contributes to interval cancers, and influences overall screening outcomes Dr. Ashley Huppe reviews current* evidence-based recommendations for supplemental screening, including ultrasound (US), MRI, and automated breast ultrasound (ABUS), and compares the strengths and limitations of each modality based on breast density categories and individual patient risk factors.
Through practical examples and guideline-based discussions, you will gain the confidence to apply personalized screening strategies that optimize cancer detection and support informed, patient-centered care for women with dense breasts.
*As of December 2025
It was very informative seminar! I have dense breast tissue and have been doing mammograms for 13 years. I learned ABUS at my last job and it was great to hear more about the options! – Nicole K.
Thank you for such an excellently delivered presentation! I really appreciated the breakdown of the advantages and disadvantages of the various modalities in breast imagining. It was delivered in a clear and concise manner, making the presentation all the more enjoyable! – Jillian W.
It was one of the best seminars. She was so informative. So good to have her praise her technologists. A good history is so important, but time constraints sometimes makes you forget the importance of it all. – Cindy M.
