Breast Care

Breast Health Services in Knox County & Surrounding Areas

At Good Samaritan’s Breast Care Center, we provide compassionate, high-quality breast imaging and diagnostic services using the most advanced technology available. Our goal is early detection, accurate diagnosis, and individualized care for every patient.

Why Choose Us

Designated Comprehensive Breast Imaging Center (CBIC) by the American College of Radiology
Certified mammography, ultrasound, and MRI technologists and radiologists
State-of-the-art imaging equipment for early detection
Personalized, sensitive, and expert care for every patient

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To schedule an appointment at the Breast Care Center, call 812-885-3353. Or continue below to schedule your screening mammogram (must be asymptomatic) online.

Online Scheduling for Screening Mammograms Only.*
*If you have a detected a lump or have other breast health issues, please contact your primary care provider.

Schedule Online: Choose from two available mammography rooms—GSH Mamm 1 or GSH Mamm 2. Please select only one when booking your appointment.

GSH Mamm 1 Open Schedule

GSH Mamm 2 Open Schedule

Click here to learn about our Multidisciplinary Clinic

The center’s experienced, multi-disciplinary team creates an individualized treatment plan for each patient and then supports the patient throughout the course of treatment. Our services include everything from routine screening mammograms to breast biopsies and surgery. You will be cared for by experienced on-site navigators, registered mammography and ultrasound technologists, surgeons, radiologists, oncologists, pathologists, physical therapists and social workers.

You can contact our breast surgical services team at 812-885-3003. To reach the women’s imaging department, call 812-885-3627.

Financial Assistance

Annual mammograms and diagnostic exams available regardless of ability to pay
Grant-funded programs available for those who qualify
For more information, call 812-885-3627

Our Breast Health Services

Good Samaritan is a leader in using state-of-the-art technology for diagnosis and treatment of breast cancer. Our services include:

3-D Mammography (Tomosynthesis) – Multi-image technology for detailed breast visualization
SmartCurve Breast Stabilization – Curved design for greater comfort and accuracy
Breast Biopsy – Stereotactic, ultrasound-guided, and needle localization procedures
Breast Ultrasound – Non-invasive imaging using sound waves
Breast MRI – Magnetic imaging for detailed internal breast structures
Automated Breast Ultrasound – Enhanced detection for dense breast tissue

What Is 3-D Mammography?

Good Samaritan offers advanced 3-D tomosynthesis mammography, which captures multiple images to create a detailed, three-dimensional view of the breast. This technology helps detect tumors too small for traditional methods.

Through Susan G. Komen grants, free screening mammograms are available for those who qualify. We’re committed to ensuring all women in Knox and surrounding counties have access to annual screenings, regardless of ability to pay.

Screening Guidelines

The American College of Radiology recommends yearly mammograms for women age 40 and older who have a life expectancy of at least 10 years.

Breast Cancer Risk Factors

Women who have the following are at higher risk for developing breast cancer.

Family history of breast cancer
BRCA1 or BRCA2 genetic mutations
Childhood radiation exposure to the chest
Previous breast cancer or atypia at biopsy

Men Can Get Breast Cancer Too

Believe it or not, men can get breast cancer - though it is rare. 1 in 833 men will develop breast cancer.

Risk factors for male breast cancer include:

Age (risk increases with age)
High estrogen levels
Klinefelter syndrome
Family history or BRCA1/BRCA2 mutations
Childhood radiation exposure

If you notice a painless lump, thickening, or skin/nipple changes, contact your doctor right away.

Most men diagnosed have no known risk factors. However, if you have any of these risk factors talk to your doctors about possible risk assessment and ways you can decrease your risk.

Men may also be less likely to report signs and symptoms, resulting in a delayed diagnosis. If you develop a painless breast lump, thickening, or any changes in the skin or nipple, see your doctor right away. You can also perform a breast self-exam.