Santa Barbara Women’s Imaging Center is now a Breast Imaging Center of Excellence as designated by the American College of Radiology (ACR).

This designation means Santa Barbara Women’s Imaging Center has achieved accreditation by the ACR in stereotactic breast biopsy, breast ultrasound, and ultrasound-guided breast biopsy, breast MRI and in mammography, and signifies that we provide these essential services to our community at the highest standards of the radiology profession.

Our Services

Diagnostic & Screening Ultrasound

Diagnostic ultrasound is performed when a woman has a problem such as a palpable lump, nipple discharge or change in appearance of the breast…

3D, Screening & Diagnostic Mammography

Digital Breast Tomosynthesis (DBT), also known as 3D mammography, is the latest advance in mammography.

Automated Whole Breast Ultrasound

Automated whole breast ultrasound is a supplemental screening option for women with dense breast tissue.

Breast MRI

Breast MRI is the most sensitive and specific way to detect a silent rupture.

Breast Implant Surveillance MRI

Breast MRI is the most sensitive and specific way to detect a silent rupture…

Breast Needle Biopsy

 In a small percentage of cases, imaging is not enough to determine whether something

DXA bone density testing

Dual Energy X-ray Absorptiometry is a test for bone mineral density.

Pre-operative Wire Localizations

Pre-surgical Wire Location procedure is performed in order to identify the location of the abnormality