FOX4: Saint Luke's East Hospital Holds 3D Mammogram Events for Lee's Summit School District

Saint Luke’s East Breast Center and the Lee’s Summit R-7 School District are partnering to hold several 3D mammogram events for teachers and employees of the school district. 

FOX4 talked to Dr. Ruby Meierotto, breast radiologist with Saint Luke's Cancer Institute, about the importance of regular breast cancer screenings and early detection. 

Lee's Summit School District employees can call the breast center to register for future events at 816-502-8500.

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