Decoding Breast Density
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Decoding Breast Density

Learn how to understand the risks, challenges in screening, BI-RAD classification, and patient care for dense breasts at our event!

By BreastScreen ACT

Date and time

Thu, 20 Mar 2025 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM AEDT

Location

Canberra Rex Hotel

150 Northbourne Avenue Braddon, ACT 2612 Australia

Agenda

5:45 PM - 6:00 PM

Registration and Refreshments

6:00 PM - 6:05 PM

Introduction and Welcome

Julianne Siggins- Director BreastScreen ACT

6:05 PM - 6:25 PM

BD, Biopsy- Right Device, Right Patient

Taylor Bennett

6:25 PM - 7:15 PM

Breast Imaging and Mammographic Breast Density

Professor Mary Rickard


World recognised Breast Imaging Radiologist Medical Director Sydney Breast Clinic Chief Medical Officer and Co- Founder DetectedX

7:15 PM - 7:30 PM

Break

7:30 PM - 8:20 PM

Breast Density reporting in BreastScreen Victoria's Program

Dr David Speakman


Senior Surgeon and Executive Health Care Consultant Peter MacCallum Clinical Director BreastScreen Victoria

8:20 PM - 9:00 PM

Interactive Panel Q& A

Dr Wayne Chou, Dr David Speakman and Professor Mary R


Dr Wayne Chou- Senior Specialist Pathologist (CHS) Designated Pathologist BreastScreen ACT

9:00 PM

Event Close

About this event

  • Event lasts 3 hours

Decoding Dense Breasts: Navigating Risks, Screening Challenges, BI-RAD Classification and Patient Care

Join us for an informative event where we will delve into the complexities of dense breasts. Learn about the risks involved, the challenges of screening, and how the BI-RAD classification system plays a crucial role in patient care.

DINNER INCLUDED

Location: Canberra Rex Hotel

Don't miss this opportunity to expand your knowledge and stay up-to-date on the latest developments in breast health. Register now to secure your spot!

Learning Outcomes;

  1. Apply the eligibility criteria to general population groups, target populations and, Trans and Gender diverse communities.
  2. Consider modifiable and nonmodifiable breast cancer risks, and utilise tools such as Iprevent to determine personalised screening.
  3. Differentiate between screening and diagnostic imaging and apply advanced imaging technologies appropriately.
  4. Discuss Mammographic Breast Density, its impact on screening, current and emerging technologies such as BIRADS and AI, and advanced imaging techniques with patients.

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