Quality Improvement Initiatives, Research on Breast Cancer Screening and Diagnosis
The Vermont Breast Cancer Surveillance System (VBCSS) partners with healthcare facilities and the Vermont Department of Health to collect statewide breast imaging, pathology, and cancer registry data, in support of quality improvement and research in breast cancer screening and diagnosis.
About the VBCSS
VBCSS trainee, Dr. Carina Zhang-Petersen wins Dean’s Excellence in Research Award for Outstanding Research Publication by a Resident.
New Research Sheds Light on Hidden Tissue Changes Linked to Aggressive Breast Cancer
New Study Reveals Low Rates of Supplemental Breast Imaging Despite Dense Breast Tissue
VBCSS Secures Additional Funding to Advance Supplemental Breast Cancer Screening Strategies
Association Between Residential Rurality and Excision of High-Risk Breast Lesions
Brian Sprague, PhD, Awarded University Scholars Award
Information for Patients
Radiology facilities in Vermont work with the Vermont Mammography Registry to collect information to better understand the cause, prevention, early detection, and treatment of breast cancer. In addition to your personal health care, this information may be used for quality assurance and research.
Information for Patients
