Dorset Breast Screening Unit
We aim to provide and promote an efficient and effective breast screening service to all eligible women, within a caring environment.
It is responsible for screening approximately 140,000 women in the county as part of the National Health Service Breast Screening Programme.
Some ladies may be screened in the static unit at Poole Hospital but a large part of the screening work is done on mobile units which travel to different sites throughout the county, to enable ladies to be screened near to where they live.
The unit is staffed by a team of dedicated professionals, including radiologists (doctors who specialise in radiological procedures and film reading), radiographers, breast clinicians, breast care nurses, assistants and office personnel. Mobile units are staffed by members of the radiographic team in rotation.
Ladies aged 50-71 who are registered with a GP in Dorset will be invited to screening. We will invite you via a letter with a specific appointment time.
If you have any breast symptoms or concerns, you should contact your GP. They can refer you to one of our fast-track clinics. At the clinic you will be seen by a breast specialist within 14 days. This is part of the two-week wait appointment system. Symptomatic fast-track clinics are for anybody who has a breast related concern. Our Trust provides a fast-track clinic at:
- Ladybird Breast Unit at Poole Hospital
- Jigsaw building (A23) at the Royal Bournemouth Hospital
Please use the links on the left to find out more about our breast screening services.
