Breast Imaging
Breast Imaging at Lifespan Medical Imaging
Breast imaging is a specialized field in radiology that studies the breast. Our experienced team of experts specializes in breast imaging to provide you with the most advanced breast care available. In addition to our board-certified and highly experienced radiologists, your examination will be performed by experienced mammography and ultrasound technologists, who put your care and comfort first. We perform breast imaging with care and compassion.

Contact Breast Imaging
For more information or to schedule an appointment, please call 401-444-7770 or email imaging@lifespan.org.
Types of Breast Imaging Exams
Lifespan Medical Imaging offers full-service breast imaging screenings as well as diagnostic examinations and procedures.
- Digital breast tomosynthesis (3-D mammogram)
- Digital mammography
- Breast ultrasound
- Breast MRI
- Breast needle biopsy
- Breast cyst or fine needle aspiration
- Second opinion review of images/consultation
- Cryoablation therapy
Recognized as the Gold Standard of Breast Imaging
The Anne C. Pappas Center for Breast Imaging at Rhode Island Hospital as well as Newport Hospital have earned the designation as a Breast Imaging Center of Excellence from the American College of Radiology (ACR). The ACR designation requires accreditation in all areas of breast imaging, including mammography (mammograms), ultrasound, MRI and breast biopsy, and reflects our commitment to providing the highest levels of care and our dedication to improving women’s health. In addition to achieving state-of-the art clinical care, our radiologists are nationally recognized leaders in breast imaging through their work in research and education.

Have You Scheduled Your Annual Mammogram?
Martha Mainiero, MD of Rhode Island Hospital and The Miriam Hospital discusses the importance of having an annual mammogram beginning at age 40.
Watch the video.

Research and Clinical Trials
Learn more about the innovative breast cancer research and clinical trials currently being conducted at Lifespan.
Breast Imaging Locations
- Breast Imaging, Providence, RI
- Breast Imaging, Portsmouth, RI
- Breast Imaging, Newport Hospital
- Pappas Center for Breast Imaging
Breast Imaging, Portsmouth, RI
Portsmouth Imaging Center
(directions)
69 Turnpike Avenue
Portsmouth, RI 02871
Breast Imaging, Newport Hospital
Newport Hospital
(directions)
20 Powel Avenue
Newport, RI 02840
Pappas Center for Breast Imaging
Medical Office Center (MOC)
(directions)
2 Dudley St
Providence, RI 02905