This is one of the most common questions we hear from patients coming in for breast screening. In our experience working with women across Brampton and Bramalea, the worry isn’t the mammogram itself — it’s what happens next. Who sees the results? Will your family doctor know? Do you need to follow up yourself? Here’s what we’ve learned after years of guiding patients through the Ontario Breast Screening Program process.
OBSP Mammogram Results Explained: Who Receives Your Screening Report?
Yes — OBSP does share results with your family doctor in most cases. When you book an OBSP mammogram, you’re asked to provide the name of your family physician or nurse practitioner. If that information is on file, both you and your doctor receive the results. We’ve seen many patients relieved when they learn their doctor is already looped in before they even open their results letter. This shared communication helps reduce delays and avoids missed follow-ups.
Will My Family Doctor Get My OBSP Mammogram Results Automatically?
In most situations, yes. OBSP screening results are automatically sent to your listed family doctor. This includes normal results and abnormal findings. From our experience, doctors usually receive the report slightly before or around the same time as the patient. That means if further imaging is needed, your physician can act quickly without waiting for you to call. This system is designed to keep care coordinated, especially for patients who may feel overwhelmed by medical paperwork.
How OBSP Communicates Mammogram Results to Family Physicians in Ontario
OBSP uses secure medical reporting systems to send mammogram findings directly to your doctor. The report includes the screening outcome and recommended next steps, if any. We’ve seen this make a real difference for patients who need follow-up imaging, because referrals often start right away. In contrast, patients without a doctor on file may need to take a more active role in coordinating next steps.
OBSP Results and Your GP: Understanding Breast Screening Information Sharing
Both you and your doctor play a role after screening. OBSP sends results by letter to patients, while doctors receive a clinical report. If your results are normal, your doctor may not contact you unless you have questions. If results are abnormal, your doctor is usually notified and may reach out to arrange follow-up tests. We often tell patients that “no news” doesn’t mean “no report” — it usually means everything looked normal.
Ontario Mammogram Results: Does OBSP Notify Your Family Doctor?
Yes, as long as a doctor is listed. If you don’t have a family doctor, OBSP still sends results directly to you and provides clear instructions on what to do next. We’ve worked with patients who were temporarily without a GP and successfully navigated follow-up imaging by bringing their OBSP letter to a walk-in clinic. It’s not ideal, but it’s workable.
Who Sees Your OBSP Mammogram Results? Patient, Doctor, or Both?
In most cases, both. Here’s how it typically works:
• You receive a results letter by mail
• Your family doctor receives a detailed medical report
• OBSP keeps records to track future screening eligibility
This shared access helps ensure nothing slips through the cracks, especially for patients who may forget to follow up on their own.
OBSP Report Sent to Your Doctor? What Happens After Your Mammogram
If results are normal, your screening cycle simply continues. Most women aged 40 to 74 are eligible for routine screening every two years, covered by Ontario Health Insurance Plan. People aged 30 to 69 who are considered high risk may qualify for annual screening, often coordinated through their doctor. If additional imaging is recommended, your doctor may contact you directly or the imaging clinic may reach out to book follow-up tests.
Breast Screening Communication in Ontario: OBSP, Patients, and Family Doctors
We’ve seen firsthand how effective this system can be when everyone stays connected. Patients who keep their doctor information up to date tend to move through the screening and follow-up process faster. If you change doctors, it’s worth updating OBSP at your next appointment so reports continue going to the right place.
OBSP Results Delivery Explained: Letters, Doctors, and Follow-Up Care
Results are usually mailed within a few weeks. If you’re anxious, you’re not alone — many patients tell us the waiting is the hardest part. Our advice is simple: open the letter, read it carefully, and don’t panic if follow-up is recommended. Additional imaging doesn’t automatically mean cancer. In our experience, most follow-ups turn out to be precautionary.
Who Can Get a Mammogram Through OBSP?
Eligibility matters because it affects how results and follow-ups are handled. OBSP generally covers:
• People aged 40 to 74 for routine screening every two years
• People aged 30 to 69 at high risk who may qualify for annual screening with a doctor’s referral
If you’re unsure where you fall, speaking with your doctor or imaging clinic can clarify your options.
At Valence Medical Imaging, we’ve guided thousands of patients through OBSP screening. If you’re unsure whether your family doctor will receive your results, or you need help understanding your next steps, our team is always happy to explain the process and help you feel confident about what comes next.
More Information:
Ontario Breast Screening Program (OBSP) | Cancer Care Ontario
