Breast cancer is the second leading cause of death in women, so prioritizing your yearly mammogram is essential. We offer 3D mammography and a smart curve paddle to reduce discomfort. We are selling breast cancer ribbons in Radiology for a $1 donation, with names displayed in the hallway throughout October. Proceeds support the Janell Lacombe Fund.
Read MoreFriday, October 18, 2019, is National Mammography Day. We are celebrating by holding a “pink day” in order to raise money and awareness. All day, we will be wearing pink shirts, tops, and accessories. Our Radiology department will be accepting $2 or more donations to support breast cancer awareness. All proceeds will go to the Janell LaCombe Fund.
Read MorePointe Coupee General Hospital is excited to now offer 3D Mammography exams. Utilizing advanced breast tomosynthesis technology, these exams are clinically proven to significantly increase the detection of breast cancers, and also decrease the number of women asked to return for additional testing.
Read MoreCT has become an indispensable exam for a variety of conditions, which makes it even more important for patients to be aware of radiation dose over time. We now offer advanced imaging capabilities that feature high-quality, low-dose diagnostic exams with our new Philips Ingenuity CT scanner to help enhance patient care.
Read MorePointe Coupee General Hospital’s primary goal is to always deliver high-quality care to our patients, which is why we use advanced, digital mammography technology. With digital mammography, the radiologist reviews electronic images of the breast using special high-resolution monitors.
Read MoreOn October 19, 2012, the Pointe Coupee General Mammography Department had their annual Food and Drug Administration inspection. This inspection entails a review of the previous twelve month's Quality Control and Quality Assurance departmental data. Brandi Guidroz-Werchan, Lead Mammographer/QC Technologist, and Alana Moore Smith, Staff Mammographer/QA Technologist, perform testing and complete paperwork on a daily basis in preparation for this annual inspection.
Read MoreBaton Rouge Radiology Group (BRRG) will now be providing radiology services for Pointe Coupee General Hospital. Since 1951, BRRG has earned the distinct reputation as the leader in accurate diagnostic imaging and prompt reporting. The group consists of 25 highly trained specialized radiologists.
Read MorePointe Coupee General Hospital now provides a new product that dramatically eases the discomfort many women feel when they get a mammogram. The FDA-cleared foam cushion, called MammoPad, creates a softer, warmer mammogram. Pointe Coupee General Hospital is a certified Softer Mammogram Provider, a distinction awarded only to an elite group of healthcare facilities.
Read MorePatients can expect shorter and more definitive exams Pointe Coupee General Hospital announced today the addition of a state-of-the-art multi-slice Computed Tomography (CT) scanner to their facility.
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