Coliseum Health System Celebrates Breast Cancer Awareness Month
Wednesday, October 7th, 2020
Coliseum Health System will “Think Pink” throughout the month of October as we observe Breast Cancer Awareness Month. Breast Cancer Awareness Month is designed to highlight the importance of breast cancer prevention and early detection, honor breast cancer survivors, and remember those whose lives ended too soon because of the disease.
Coliseum Medical Centers and Coliseum Northside Hospital are offering special hours and pricing on screening mammograms throughout the month.
“Mammograms are important because they are the best screening tools we have for early detection,” said Dr. Ashley Ray, a fellowship-trained breast surgeon with Coliseum Surgical Specialists. “The earlier we can detect breast cancer, the better the outcome will be for our patients.”
Dr. Ray says that most mammograms have normal findings and for abnormal mammograms that require follow up, often the results are non-cancerous. Dr. Ray added, “For women diagnosed with breast cancer, we are with them every step of the way to help navigate the process from start to finish.”
Coliseum Health System will celebrate Breast Cancer Awareness Month in the following ways:
Peace of Mind for $59
Throughout October
Coliseum Medical Centers | Bldg C
Coliseum Northside Hospital | Main Entrance
Throughout the month of October, Coliseum Medical Centers and Coliseum Northside Hospital will also offer “Peace of Mind for $59.” If not covered completely by insurance, screening mammograms will be offered for a cash price of $59. No physician referral is needed. This does not include the radiologist’s fees. To schedule a mammogram at Coliseum Northside Hospital, call 855-226-9111. To schedule a mammogram at Coliseum Medical Centers, call 877-357-0161.
Saturday Mammogram Appointments
Throughout October
Coliseum Medical Centers | Bldg C
Saturday mammography appointments are available throughout the month at Coliseum Medical Centers. To schedule a Saturday appointment, call 877-357-0161.
Coliseum Tree of Hope
Throughout October
Coliseum Medical Centers | Bldg C; Suite 120
Coliseum Northside Hospital | Main Entrance
Drop in to Coliseum Medical Centers or Coliseum Northside Hospital to tie a pink ribbon on the Coliseum Tree of Hope in honor or in memory of a loved one with breast cancer. Ribbon will be provided. A mask is required.
Breast Cancer Education Drop In
Every Wednesday | 1-3 pm
Coliseum Medical Centers | Bldg C, Suite 120
FREE; Call (478) 765-4805 for more information
Drop in for a free breast cancer risk assessment, breast education, and cancer genetic testing information. A mask is required.
Macon Rounds: Facebook Live with Dr. Ashley Ray
Wednesday, October 14 | Noon
Coliseum Medical Centers will offer virtual education through their Facebook Live series called Macon Rounds. Dr. Ashley Ray, a fellowship-trained breast surgeon, will be live on the Coliseum Medical Centers’ Facebook page to discuss the prevention, diagnosis, and treatment of breast cancer.
Bosom Buddies+ Cancer Survivor Support Group
Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, the Bosom Buddies+ support group will not meet face to face. We do send monthly education and communication to our members. If you’d like to be added to that mailing list, please call (478) 765-4805 or email danielle.rogers2@
To learn more information about our mammography and breast services, visit www.
