Rachel Preisser, MD

Rachel Preisser, MD is a diagnostic radiologist specializing in breast imaging at MercyOne Waterloo Medical Center.

“Connecting with patients as a care partner is my favorite part of the job,” she says. “It’s important for patients to be part of the decision-making process.”

Dr. Preisser completed her breast imaging fellowship at UCHealth Diane O’Connor Thompson Breast Center at the University of Colorado in 2015. Prior to her breast imaging fellowship, she completed both radiology residency and a musculoskeletal imaging fellowship at Allegheny Health Network and medical school at the University of Iowa.

Her clinical interests include high-risk screening programs, breast cancer associated genetic mutations, image quality control and advanced breast imaging technologies.

“I enjoy working at MercyOne because of the commitment to quality, patient-centered care as well as the team-based approach to care,” Dr. Preisser says

She advocates and fundraises for breast cancer awareness on the state and national levels. In her free time, she likes to go on adventures with her children.