World Radiography Day

Every breast screen is the work of a dedicated radiographer, the person who guides you through the process and takes the images which make the early detection of breast cancer possible. One of those people is Bronwyn Morley, Lead Radiographer with BreastScreen NSW.

With over 20 years of experience, Bronwyn now works in a strategic role at the Cancer Institute NSW. She helps review image quality, mentors' radiographers across the service, contributes to research, and still spends part of her time with clients in the mammography room.

“Medical imaging is both art and science. It ignites so many fires — in the brain and in the heart space. What’s not to love?”

Behind the screen

Bronwyn says mammographers are calm under pressure, even when they’re making hundreds of decisions in a short appointment.

“We’re like ducks on water” she laughs. “Calm on the surface but working hard behind the scenes to make sure every woman feels comfortable, and every image meets quality standards so that the doctors can read and report on the results.”

She describes her colleagues as “incredibly skilled people who combine technical precision with a genuine care for others.”

Her work has taken her from busy city clinics to mobile screening vans in small country towns.

“Working on the mobile van is especially rewarding. Clients are so grateful that we provide such an accessible service and being able to screen women in their own communities, where they feel safe and comfortable, is special” shares Bronwyn.

^{Bronwyn Morley, the woman behind the screen with over 20 years’ experience in medical imaging, is Lead Radiographer at BreastScreen NSW.}

Every screen matters

Radiographers like Bronwyn help detect breast cancer early, when treatment is simpler and outcomes are better.

“Every screen we take helps reduce the burden of late-stage diagnosis,” Bronwyn explains. We’re working to reduce the number of women and families impacted by late stage breast cancer.”

Bronwyn’s advice is simple: “Take the 20 minutes you need to complete your breast screen. It’s a small act of self-care that could make a life-changing difference.”

And if you’re feeling nervous or hesitant? “Our staff, from receptionists, to counsellors and radiographers are all here to support you every step of the way.”