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Women’s Imaging Center

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What if women's imaging felt different?

Women’s Imaging Center

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Women's imaging, shaped by the women who use it.

Mammograms and bone density scans probably aren't appointments you look forward to. We understand that. That's why we've made annual mammograms easy at Kootenai Health. Walk into either of our Women's Imaging Centers for your annual screening mammogram. No appointment needed.

The Women's Imaging Center was designed with input from the women who would actually be sitting in the exam room, from how the space feels to how your visit is scheduled. You can also complete your mammogram and bone density screening in the same appointment, making it easier to prioritize your health without adding another trip.

Throughout your visit, you'll be cared for by board-certified sonographers with specialized breast imaging credentials and ARRT-certified technologists who explain what to expect, answer your questions, and guide you through each step.

Advanced imaging matters. So does how you're treated while you're here. At Kootenai Health, we've designed both with you in mind.

Designed for Your Schedule

Walk-ins always welcome

We know scheduling your yearly mammogram can be inconvenient. That's why we offer walk-in appointments that fit your schedule.

Advanced Technology

High-quality imaging matters

3D mammography, AI-assisted breast ultrasound, and DEXA scanners support early detection and accurate diagnoses.

The highest standards

With accreditations to back it up

The only imaging center in North Idaho accredited through the National Accreditation Program for Breast Centers.

Two important screenings. One appointment.

Life gets busy, but your health deserves a place on the calendar. Schedule your mammogram and bone density screening together in a single visit.

Our Services

Breast Imaging

Breast Procedures

Breast Imaging for Pre-Surgical Planning

Bone Density Screenings

3D Screening Mammography
Mammograms are X-ray exams taken of the breast and are most often used to screen for breast cancer in women who have no symptoms.

Diagnostic Mammography
Mammograms and other breast imaging tests can also be used in women experiencing symptoms like pain, a lump, or a suspicious change seen on a screening mammogram.

Breast Ultrasound
Breast ultrasound uses sound waves to create images of breast tissue. It's non-invasive and often used as a follow-up after an unclear finding on a mammogram, breast MRI, or clinical breast exam—and it can also help guide a needle biopsy when one is needed.

ABUS (Automated Breast Ultrasound)
ABUS is a supplemental ultrasound for women with dense breasts. Used along with your screening mammogram, it images the entire breast to provide a more complete look at dense breast tissue and may help find areas that are harder to see on a mammogram. Talk with your provider to see if ABUS is right for you.

Breast MRI
Breast MRI captures detailed images that can reveal breast conditions that mammography or ultrasound alone may not show. It's especially valuable for women with dense breast tissue or a higher risk of breast cancer, offering an additional layer of detection.

3D Mammography Screening and Automated Breast Ultrasound (ABUS) equipment, made possible through the generous support of Kootenai Health Foundation donors.

Ultrasound-Guided Breast Biopsy
An ultrasound-guided breast biopsy may be recommended when an area of concern can be clearly seen with ultrasound. Ultrasound uses sound waves to create real-time images of the breast, allowing the radiologist to see the area and guide the needle precisely as the biopsy is performed. The breast is numbed with local anesthetic, and small tissue samples are collected and sent to the lab for evaluation.

Stereotactic Breast Biopsy
A stereotactic breast biopsy may be recommended for an area seen on a mammogram, such as calcifications, a small mass, or a change in breast tissue. Mammography images are taken from different angles and used together to pinpoint the exact location of the area. The breast is numbed with local anesthetic, and a needle is precisely guided to collect small tissue samples for evaluation.

MRI-Guided Breast Biopsy
An MRI-guided breast biopsy may be recommended when an area of concern is best seen on breast MRI and may not be clearly visible with mammography or ultrasound. MRI uses a strong magnetic field and radio waves to create detailed images of the breast, helping the radiologist precisely locate and guide the biopsy. The breast is numbed with local anesthetic, and small tissue samples are collected and sent to the lab for evaluation.

If breast surgery is part of your care, our breast imaging team works closely with your surgeon to help plan and prepare for your procedure. We’ll guide you through each step and help make sure the area your surgeon needs to find is clearly identified.

Wire-Free Breast Localization
Using image guidance, a radiologist places a small marker in the breast to identify the area planned for surgery. The marker helps your surgeon precisely locate the area during your procedure and can often be placed ahead of your surgery day.

Wire Localization
For some procedures, mammography or ultrasound is used to guide the placement of a thin wire that marks the area for your surgeon. This is typically done shortly before surgery, and our team will talk you through each step and keep you as comfortable as possible.

Sentinel Lymph Node Injection
Before certain breast cancer surgeries, a small amount of radioactive tracer is gently injected into the breast. The tracer helps your surgeon identify the sentinel lymph nodes—the first lymph nodes that may need to be evaluated—during surgery.

Bone Density Measurement (DEXA)
Bone density scanning, also called dual-energy X-ray absorptiometry (DEXA) or bone densitometry, is an enhanced form of X-ray that measures bone mineral density in your hip and spine. It's most often used to diagnose osteoporosis—a gradual loss of bone strength that can happen with age, most commonly in women after menopause but also in men.

DEXA equipment made possible through the generous support of Kootenai Health Foundation donors.

Need Help?

Questions About Your Visit?

Our Breast Patient Navigator is available Monday–Friday, 8 a.m.–4:30 p.m. at 208-625-3794.

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Specialized Expertise at Every Visit

The people performing your imaging matter as much as the technology behind it. Every member of our team brings specialized, credentialed expertise in women's imaging.

Breast Radiologists

Our breast radiologists bring specialized expertise in breast imaging, with fellowship-trained physicians as part of the team. They provide expert interpretation of mammography, ultrasound, and breast MRI, as well as perform image-guided breast procedures.

Breast Imaging Patient Navigator

Our breast patient navigator provides personalized support for patients who need additional breast imaging or care, helping coordinate next steps, answer questions, and guide you through your breast health journey.

Call Monday-Friday, 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.

Breast Ultrasound Sonographers

Credentialed specifically in breast ultrasound by the American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonography (ARDMS), meeting national standards for breast imaging expertise and patient safety.

Mammography Technologists

Certified by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT), reflecting their commitment to quality imaging and patient care.

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Scheduling Made Simple

Choose the location that's most convenient for you

Open Monday through Saturday, 7 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Next-day appointments often available
Walk-ins for yearly mammograms welcome at both locations
Mammography and bone density screenings at both locations
Comfortable outpatient imaging spaces designed for women

Schedule online or by calling (208) 625-6300.

American College of Radiology (ACR) accreditation means our equipment, image quality, safety practices and professional standards have undergone a rigorous review to ensure high-quality patient care.

Accreditation by the NAPBC is only given to those centers that have voluntarily committed to provide the highest level of quality breast care and that undergo a rigorous evaluation process and review of their performance.

American College of Radiology (ACR) accreditation means our equipment, image quality, safety practices and professional standards have undergone a rigorous review to ensure high-quality patient care.