The Franciscan Breast Center at St. Francis in Federal Way, a part of CHI Franciscan Health, has been named a Certified Quality Breast Center of Excellence by the National Consortium of Breast Centers, Inc.

This honor represents a commitment by the Franciscan Breast Center to provide the highest level of quality breast health care to their patients.

The Franciscan Breast Center at St. Francis provides comprehensive screening and diagnostic imaging services including both 2D and 3D digital mammography. In order to achieve Center of Excellence status, a breast center must track and measure performance in six quality measures including advanced diagnostic studies and biopsies.

“We are extremely proud of our physicians, technologists and staff that have been recognized for their high quality of care,” said Joy Martin, division director of cancer care at CHI Franciscan. “CHI Franciscan is committed to providing our patients with accurate evaluations and services in a compassionate and culturally sensitive environment. We take great pride in providing our patients with a warm and inviting setting where they can receive care.”

The National Consortium of Breast Centers, Inc. promotes excellence in breast health care for the general public through a set of core measures that define, improve and sustain quality standards for quality performance in all types of breast health care programs and facilities.

To schedule a screening at the Franciscan Breast Center at St. Francis, call 253-944-4025.