Women’s Imaging
The Women’s Imaging Division, the largest subspecialty division within the department, has two sections — breast imaging and diagnostic imaging, both based at Magee-Womens Hospital of UPMC. Magee-Womens Hospital has nationally recognized clinical programs in breast and gynecological cancers and was one of the original recipients of the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services’ award as a ‘National Center of Excellence in Women’s Health.’ The hospital’s prestigious reputation draws patients from all over the region.
The breast-imaging section performs a variety of procedures, including digital mammography (including computer-aided detection), sonography, image-guided breast biopsy, needle localization, ductography, and breast MR. A national leader in breast imaging, in 2000, Magee was the first hospital in the nation to install a digital mammography system and, in 2005, became one of the first to perform MRI-guided, vacuum–assisted biopsies. The diagnostic imaging section provides a complete range of diagnostic and interventional procedures related to gynecologic oncology, infertility, and pregnancy-related complications.
While the division is housed at Magee, service is also provided at UPMC Shadyside and Hillman Cancer Center and at Magee Womancare Centers throughout the Pittsburgh region.