Medicus Healthcare Solutions Releases a Data-Driven Look at the Breast Imaging Radiologist Shortage

WINDHAM, N.H., Feb. 16, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Rising demand for breast cancer screening and diagnostics is outpacing the supply of available breast imaging radiologists, putting pressure on access and turnaround times nationwide.

In response, Medicus Healthcare Solutions has released a new report titled “Behind the Screens: The Breast Imaging Radiologist Shortage.” Drawing on national data, industry research, and proprietary insights, Medicus’ report examines the factors contributing to the supply-demand imbalance and outlines actionable strategies healthcare leaders can consider to sustain timely access to breast imaging services. 

Key findings highlighted within Medicus’ report include:

• 79% of practices surveyed report being short-staffed breast imaging radiologists
• Approximately 40 million mammograms are conducted annually in the U.S.
• USPSTF 2024 breast cancer screening guidelines widened the U.S. mammography market by roughly 20 million newly eligible women
• There are about 4 breast imaging radiologists per 100,000 women aged 40 and older

Access the Complete Report:

For an in-depth look at the supply-demand imbalance within breast imaging and its implications for access and workforce planning, explore the complete report here.

About Medicus Healthcare Solutions:

Medicus Healthcare Solutions has been connecting physicians and advanced practice providers to medical groups, practices, health systems, hospitals, and other facilities throughout the United States since 2004. Since then, Medicus has expanded its services to include the Medicus Transition Program, an all-in-one approach to interim staffing and workforce stabilization; MedicusOne, a hybrid of vendor management and managed service provider system, resource management services, and consulting services. Through its proprietary solutions and methodologies, including mSolve, Medicus has built a reputation for its unique and highly personalized approach to physician staffing. Medicus Healthcare Solutions is one of the largest and fastest-growing companies in the healthcare staffing industry. To learn more, go to www.medicushcs.com.

About the Medicus Transition Program:

The Medicus Transition Program is a project-based staffing solution that simplifies interim provider staffing for hospitals, physician groups, and other medical facilities. Specializing in long-term coverage for specialties with multiple FTE gaps, the Transition Program promotes shared accountability in sourcing, scheduling, and cost control, providing healthcare leaders with the flexibility to fill their staffing gaps quickly and efficiently.

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