BINA Voices: Bridging Care, Knowledge & Support in Breast Imaging

So, maybe your healthcare facility has gathered you and the rest of the multidisciplinary team together to share some exciting news—you’re joining the growing group of institutions in the National Accreditation Program for Breast Centers, or NAPBC. And as part of that, your breast imaging services team has explained how you’ll be playing a key role in helping your facility succeed, what’s going to...

Join us in this episode of BINA Voices, as our hosts are diving deep into what it truly means to provide high-quality, multidisciplinary breast care, guided by the gold-standard framework of the National Accreditation Program for Breast Centers , or NAPBC. Whether you're a dedicated healthcare professional committed to best practices, an administrator looking to navigate accreditation requirements...

In the late 20th century, Dr. Harold P. Freeman made a game-changing discovery—patients weren’t just dying of cancer; they were dying because they couldn’t access timely care. From the halls of Harlem Hospital, he pioneered patient navigation , a revolutionary approach that broke down barriers to diagnosis and treatment, transforming cancer care forever. What started as a small program has grown i...

Before the Mammogram - Breast Cancer’s Past is a fascinating exploration of how breast cancer was understood and treated in the ancient world. From the earliest records in Egyptian papyri to the influential teachings of Hippocrates and Galen, this podcast unpacks the evolution of medical thought and the enduring quest to combat this disease. In antiquity, physicians believed illness stemmed from i...

Are you up-to-date on the latest breast cancer screening guidelines? Do you know what EQUIP is and how it impacts mammography quality? This podcast dives deep into these essential topics, providing the knowledge you need to understand this initiative in ways you probably have never considered before. Whether you're a healthcare professional, a patient, or simply interested in breast cancer screeni...

Breast health is more than just medical screenings and treatments—it’s a journey that requires support, knowledge, and advocacy at every step. In this episode, we explore the vital role of Breast Health Navigators , professionals dedicated to guiding individuals through the complexities of breast health care. Breast Health Navigators help patients overcome barriers to timely and appropriate care,...

Welcome to our discussion on Breast Imaging Navigation Standardization with the 4R Process —a structured approach to improving patient care in breast cancer diagnostics and treatment. This episode explores how standardizing navigation optimizes timeliness, reduces disparities, and enhances care coordination. Understanding Patient Navigation Patient navigation helps patients overcome barriers to ca...

Since its enactment in 1992, the Mammography Quality Standards Act (MQSA) has been crucial in ensuring consistent, high-quality mammographic services across the United States. Recent updates to the MQSA regulations, effective September 10, 2024, now require including breast density information in all mammography reports. This podcast delves into the scientific foundation, clinical relevance, regul...

The podcast focuses on the National Mammography Quality Assurance Advisory Committee (NMQAAC) and its critical role in shaping mammography quality standards and regulations. It explores the FDA's process for recruiting expert members to the NMQAAC, detailing the qualifications required for various roles, including medical professionals, consumer representatives, and industry experts. The podcast d...