The Maryland Self-Referral Law of 1993: Cornerstone Law Shaping Federal and State Advocacy. Historical summary from inception to recent challenges was accepted for oral presentation at the 112th Annual Meeting of the American Roentgen Ray Society to be held April 29-May 4, 2012 at the Vancouver Convention & Exhibition Centre in Vancouver, Canada.
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Progressive Radiology Implements Communication Interface with CRISP on May 10, 2012
Progressive Radiology is pleased to announce the successful implementation of a communication date exchange interface with Chesapeake Regional Information System for Our Patients (CRISP). CRISP is a non-profit organization formally designated as Maryland’s state-wide health information exchange by the Maryland Health Care Commission. CRISP is developing a secure, electronic state-wide health information exchange (HIE) infrastructure that gives authorized medical providers throughout Maryland access to essential patient information such as test results, lab reports, radiology reports and electronic reports.
Progressive Radiology supports CRISP and other secure methods for the interchange of health information, which are intended to advance the health and well-being of Maryland residents. CRISP enables the Maryland healthcare community to appropriately and securely share data, facilitate and integrate care, create efficiencies, and improve outcomes.
Progressive Radiology supports collaborative health information technology, bringing better care to our patients.
To learn more about CRISP visit www.crisphealth.org
Progressive Radiology featured in Imagingbiz.com, a leading medical imaging services publication.
This article highlights Progressive Radiology's enhanced PACS services to physicians, using a web-based referring-physician portal, InteleConnect. InteleConnect allows for on-line access with devices such as Ipads, smartphones and tablets with little to no overhead or training. To read about Progressive Radiology case study "click here"
To read about other related imaging articles visit http://www.imagingbiz.com/ibiz
The Progressive Radiology difference:
• Board-certified, fellowship-trained subspecialty radiologists interpret all studies.
• Highly-skilled certified technologists provide quality patient care in a comfortable environment.
• Expedited appointment scheduling with fast, reliable results.
Our goal is to provide safe, high-quality care for our patients, while offering unsurpassed customer service, superior image quality and rapid diagnostic interpretations.
To schedule an on-line appointment “click here”
For additional information about Progressive Radiology, please visit our website at www.progressiveradiology.net.
Progressive Radiology celebrated the opening of its state-of-the-art diagnostic imaging facility in Greenbelt, MD with senior physicians, corporate staff, radiologists and the referring community. The new center offers leading-edge diagnostic equipment such as 3.0T wide-bore MRI and ultrasound.
Dr. Chad Silverberg and Dr. Mark Monteferrante welcomed guests and introduced them to the wide-bore 3.0T MRI technology. The Greenbelt site is the latest example of Progressive Radiology’s commitment to equip each of its centers with the latest technology.
We are excited to offer Greenbelt and the surrounding areas the Progressive Radiology difference:
• Board-certified, fellowship-trained subspecialty radiologists interpret all studies.
• Highly-skilled certified technologists provide quality patient care in a comfortable environment.
• Expedited appointment scheduling provided to all patients and referring physicians, with fast results.
Our goal is to provide safe, high-quality care for our patients, while offering unsurpassed customer service, superior image quality and rapid diagnostic interpretations.
The Greenbelt facility is located at:
7701 Greenbelt Road
Suite 102
Greenbelt, Maryland 20770
301-464-6400 Office
301-464-6404 Fax
Office Hours: Monday through Friday 7:00 A.M. to 10:00 P.M., Saturday 8:00 A.M. to 1:00 P.M.
To schedule an appointment, please call (301) 464-6400 or “click here”
For additional information about Progressive Radiology, please visit our website at www.progressiveradiology.net.
The Straight Talk on Scoliosis By Jill C. Wilkens M.D.
Scoliosis (derived from the Ancient Greek word meaning crooked or bent) is the side to side curvature of the spine. The spine may have an “S” or “C” shape. It is classified as congenital (present at birth), idiopathic (unknown-the most common cause, about 80% of all cases), or neuromuscular (from trauma or nerve or muscular condition).
It affects about 3% of the population and mild scoliosis occurs equally in males and females. In females, however, it is eight times more likely to progress to the severity that requires treatment. Curves greater than 30 degrees occur in approximately 0.2 percent of cases, and curves greater than 40 degrees have 0.1 percent prevalence.
Scoliosis may be present without signs or symptoms or there may be indications such as uneven shoulders or rib cage, leg length discrepancy, uneven hips or waist, head not centered above pelvis, or entire body leaning to one side. Some patients may even complain of chronic back pain or breathing difficulties due to the changes in the shape of the chest cavity.
It is often detected at puberty during a check up at the doctor’s office or during school screenings using the Adam’s Forward Bend Test. During this test, your child is asked to bend forward at the waist with feet together and dangle the arms while the examiner makes a simple assessment of the spine. This test is a good initial screening test although it is not sensitive to curves in the lower back and may miss approximately 15% of cases.
If there is any concern regarding abnormal spinal curvatures, x-rays should be ordered to diagnose and accurately measure the scoliosis. X-rays emit very low dose radiation and are performed with the patient optimally shielded. They not only accurately assess the severity of scoliosis, but also determine other potential spinal abnormalities. A positive diagnosis of scoliosis is made if there is a curvature of greater than 10 degrees. Curves greater than 25 degrees are considered significant and for curves greater than 45 degrees, aggressive treatment like surgery is usually necessary.
There are many factors that are considered to help determine treatment after the diagnosis has been made. These include the severity of the curvature, the possibility of curve progression (is the patient still growing?), and location of the curve. Some believe that thoracic (mid) spine curves are more likely to progress than curves in other locations of the spine. If the curve is mild, regular check-ups and periodic x-rays may be enough to make sure it doesn’t progress. If it is more severe, usually greater than 25 degrees, a brace may be implemented. After the adolescent years when the spine stops growing, braces are typically ineffective.
After the diagnosis of scoliosis has been made, in certain cases, advanced imaging techniques such as MRI (which does not emit radiation) can identify possible causes such as spinal cord or neurologic abnormalities. MRI and CT may be useful to the surgeon for preoperative planning and postoperative evaluation if surgery is determined to be the treatment of choice in more severe cases.
At Progressive Radiology, we specialize in pediatric imaging and perform studies such as scoliosis digital x-rays, MRI and low dose CT. Your child’s safety is paramount to us and therefore, we subscribe to the "Image Gently" campaign. We use specialized protocols and shielding techniques to reduce radiation for all of our patients.
If you are concerned that your child may have scoliosis, please consult your medical provider.
To learn more about Dr. Jill Wilkens "Click here"
To learn more about our pediatric and other services please visit us at www.progressiveradiology.net.
Progressiev Radiology is pleased to announce the accreditation of their 3.0T MRI scanner by the American College of Radiology.
The ACR awards accreditation to facilities for the achievement of high practice standards after a peer-review evaluation of its practice. Image quality and procedure evaluations are conducted by board-certified radiologists and medical physicists who are experts in the field.
The program also evaluates personnel qualifications, adequacy of facility equipment, quality control procedures and quality assurance programs.
When you choose an ACR-accredited facility, you know that:
• The imaging center has voluntarily gone through a rigorous review process to be sure it meets nationally-accepted standards.
• The personnel are well qualified, through education and certification, to perform and interpret your medical images and administer your radiation therapy treatments.
• The equipment is appropriate for the test or treatment you will receive, and the facility meets or exceeds quality assurance and safety guidelines.
Our goal is to provide safe, high-quality care for our patients, while offering unsurpassed customer service, superior image quality and rapid diagnostic interpretations.
Progressive Radiology Greenbelt located at:
7701 Greenbelt Road
Suite 102
Greenbelt, Maryland 20770
301-464-6400 Office
301-464-6404 Fax
Office Hours: Monday through Friday, 7:00 A.M. to 10:00 P.M. EST.
Saturday 8:00 A.M. to 1:00 P.M. EST.
To schedule an appointment, please call (301)-464-6400 or “click here”
For additional information about Progressive Radiology, please visit our website at www.progressiveradiology.net.
Progressive Radiology is pleased to announce that Dr. Timothy Chen joins our reading radiologists. To learn more about Dr. Chen "click here"
Dr. Raymond Tu has been appointed to the rank of Associate Clinical Professor of Radiology at The George Washington University School of Medicine and Health Sciences.
To learn about Dr. Tu visit http://www.progressiveradiology.net/radiologists-directory/people/show/raymond-tu
Harford County has a new reason to be excited about medical imaging. Progressive Radiology has just installed a new 3.0T MRI scanner in Bel Air, MD. The new 3.0T MRI scanner produces images that are "jaw dropping" in detail. The new MRI images allow our radiologists to discover abnormalities that lesser MRI scanner will miss.
The Progressive Radiology difference:
Our goal is to provide safe, high-quality care for our patients, while offering unsurpassed customer service, superior image quality and rapid diagnostic interpretations.
Progressive Radiology Bel Air located at:
100 Fulford Avenue
Bel Air, Maryland 21014
410-838-6767 Office
Office Hours: Monday through Friday, 7:00 A.M. to 9:00 P.M. and Saturday 8:00 A.M. to 12:00 P.M.
To schedule an appointment, please call (410) 838-6767 or "click here".
For additional information about Progressive Radiology, please visit our website at www.progressiveradiology.net.
Dr. Raymond Tu and colleagues at The George Washington University authored project has been accepted for presentation at the 2012 Annual Meeting of the American Society of Head and Neck Radiology.
The Radiologic Footprint of Cough: Review of the 4 Phase Pathway. Anatomic, Radiologic and Physiologic Review. Rothenberg SA (1), Quayum S (1), Tu RK (1,2),Taheri R (1). (1) The George Washington University School of Medicine and Health Sciences, Washington, DC, (2) Progressive Radiology, Falls Church, VA USA.
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Dr. Raymond Tu and colleagues at The George Washington University authored project has been accepted for presentation at the 2012 Annual Meeting of the American Society of Head and Neck Radiology.
To view the entire article, "The Radiologic Footprint of Cough" “click here”
To learn about Dr. Raymond Tu "click here"
For additional information about Progressive Radiology, please visit our website at www.progressiveradiology.net
Progressive Radiology is pleased to announce the introduction of Ultrasound examinations to the Greenbelt Area.
One of Progressive Radiology's newest imaging center combines an experienced and friendly office staff, dedication to a patient first approach, and the latest technology. This newly constructed site features a state of the art wide bore 3.0T MRI, one of the first few of its kind in the country. A new Musculoskeletal Ultrasound service is available at this location, including diagnostic and ultrasound guided musculoskeletal procedures.
Greenbelt offers a full service, comprehensive Diagnostic Ultrasound Service, covering all musculoskeletal anatomic locations and indications. This most commonly includes:
- Joint/Extremity evaluation
- Dynamic evaluations
- High performance athlete specific evaluations
- Rheumatologic conditions
The most commonly performed procedures at this site include:
- Soft Tissue Biopsy
- Muscle Biopsy
- Joint/Mass aspiration and injection
- Diagnostic and Therapeutic injections, including midfoot injections
- Tenotomy
- Tendon Sheath Injection
- Calcific tendinosis treatment
Please contact our staff for inquiries of procedures not listed.
The center is conveniently located and accessible by several major roads and highways. Our patient oriented and professional team members are committed to providing the highest level of service, and a satisfying patient experience. The individual patient approach that our staff is dedicated to providing is just one of the many reasons why this center is the first choice for 3.0T MRI.
The Progressive Radiology difference:
· Board-certified, fellowship-trained subspecialty radiologists interpret all studies.
· Highly-skilled certified technologists provide quality patient care in a comfortable environment
· Expedited appointment scheduling provided to all patients and referring physicians with results that you can trust.
· Our imaging office in Greenbelt includes 3.0T MRI
Progressive Radiology Greenbelt located at:
7701 Greenbelt Road
Suite 102
Greenbelt, Maryland 20770
Phone 301-464-6400
Office Hours Monday through Friday 7:00 A.M. to 7:00 P.M. EST.
Saturday 8:00 A.M. to 1:00 P.M. EST.
To schedule an appointment, please call (410) 838-6767 or "click here".
For additional information about Progressive Radiology, please visit our website at www.progressiveradiology.net.
Progressive Radiology is Proud to Introduce The Women's Center.
The Women's Center is dedicated to state of the art diagnostics in: Digital Mammography, Breast MRI, Ultrasound and Bone Densitometry.
The Women's Center is conveniently located in the heart of Bel Air, Maryland as an addition to our well established full-service imaging center which has been serving Harford County for the past 20 years. Our professional and highly experienced staff focus on patient care with a compassionate and gentle approach. We offer patients the individual attention they deserve in a private spa like environment. Our customer service oriented receptionists facilitate efficient and prompt scheduling.
The Women's Center offers a full time on-site medical director, Jill Wilkens M.D. Dr. Wilkens is a board-certified diagnostic radiologist with specialty fellowship training and specializing in women's imaging. Dr. Wilkens is a respected leader in the field of diagnostic breast imaging , focusing on patient safety and comfort. Her years of experience as a breast imager, diagnostic acumen, and dedication to maintaining the highest quality of service are at the core of her practice.
At Progressive Radiology our goal is to provide safe, high-quality care for our patients, while offering unsurpassed customer service, superior image quality and rapid diagnostic interpretations.
Beginning in the month of October, in recognition of Breast Cancer Awareness Month, Dr. Wilkens, is starting her Peace of Mind Screening Mammogram program. Patients who schedule for this type of screening mammogram are now able to receive their results the same day as their exam. No more waiting for a letter in the mail or a phone call from a medical provider. Patients will have some “peace of mind” and immediate answers when they leave our center.
To read more about Dr. Wilkens "click here"
The Progressive Radiology difference:
· Board-certified, fellowship-trained subspecialty radiologists interpret all studies.
· Highly-skilled certified technologists provide quality patient care in a comfortable environment
· Expedited appointment scheduling provided to all patients and referring physicians with results that you can trust.
· Our full-service comprehensive imaging office in Bel Air includes 3.0T MRI, low-dose computed tomography (CT), ultrasound, digital mammography, DEXA scans and digital x-ray imaging services.
Progressive Radiology Bel Air located at:
100 Fulford Avenue
Bel Air, Maryland 21014
410-838-6767 Office
Office Hours: Monday through Friday, 7:00 A.M. to 9:00 P.M. and Saturday 8:00 A.M. to 12:00 P.M.
To schedule an appointment, please call (410) 838-6767 or "click here".
For additional information about Progressive Radiology, please visit our website at www.progressiveradiology.net
Dr. Tu, presents testimony on the Telemedicine Reimbursement Act of 2012.
The Telemedicine Reimbursement Act of 2012 proposes benefits and improvements in mobile medicine, expert to expert communications with lower costs and faster health care.
The presentation took place, Wednesday November 14 with the D.C. City Council.
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To watch the testimonial proceedings "click here"
To learn about Dr. Tu "click here"
For additional information about Progressive Radiology, please visit our website at www.progressiveradiology.net
Progressive Radiology, a provider of radiology imaging services implemented IntelleConnect, a new secure cloud based application solution for healthcare providers and radiology professionals. Intelleconnect provides the ability for medical professionals to access patient data centrally, as well as, remotely with the simple click of a button.
Along with the addition of the IntelleConnect application, Progressive Radiology has enhanced and upgraded their data center network to provide the bandwidth and secure connectivity options to allow medical providers the ability to retrieve medical records in a private healthcare location. Progressive Radiology provides health care professionals instantaneous access to secure patient records, including radiology images such as X-rays, CT scans, ultrasounds, mammograms and MRIs scans. Exams that would have normally taken weeks to deliver, now are delivered within minutes. This new efficiency, enhancing diagnosis, coupled with access to critical data has raised the bar in health care.
Progressive Radiology's Director of Information Technology, Dominic Mezzanotte, Jr. stated “Progressive Radiology depends on the capacity to expedite and deploy new technologies in the ever changing environment of health care, allowing us the opportunity to address the needs of the patient and referring providers. At Progressive Radiology, we are dealing with patients, not just images and will never lose sight of individual patients’ needs. Providing an easy, secure and faster network for patient results, allows us to provide the best health care possible.”
About Progressive Radiology
Our goal is to provide safe, high-quality care for our patients, while offering unsurpassed customer service, superior image quality and rapid diagnostic interpretations.
Progressive Radiology’s centers are conveniently located and accessible by several major roads and highways. Our patient oriented and professional team members are committed to providing the highest level of service, and a satisfying patient experience. The individual patient approach that our staff is dedicated to providing is just one of the many reasons why this center is the first choice.
The Progressive Radiology difference:
· Board-certified, fellowship-trained subspecialty radiologists interpret all studies.
· Highly-skilled certified technologists provide quality patient care in a comfortable environment
· Expedited appointment scheduling provided to all patients and referring physicians with results that you can trust.
To find a Progressive Radiology location near you:
To schedule an appointment, please call (410) 838-6767 or "click here".
For additional information about Progressive Radiology, please visit our website at www.progressiveradiology.net.
When should I begin having mammograms and do I need a doctor’s referral (prescription)?
Women should start having yearly screening mammograms beginning at age 40 unless they have breast problems or a family history of breast cancer, then they should have a baseline mammogram at an earlier age. This age varies according to the age of detected breast cancer in their family member. Generally, it should be 10 years before the age that their first degree relative (mother, sister) was diagnosed.
A referral is not needed for a screening mammogram. Simply call to make an appointment and indicate the medical provider to whom you want your report sent. Diagnostic mammograms are performed as a result of abnormal screening mammograms or in patients with breast complaints. They require a referral.
At Progressive Radiology we offer “Peace of Mind” screening mammograms. Patients are able to receive their results the day of their exam. No more waiting for a letter in the mail. Patients will have “peace of mind” and immediate answers when they leave our center.
To learn more about Dr. Jill Wilkens "Click here"
For more information please visit www.progressiveradiology.net.
Dr. Raymond Tu and Dr. Hai from The George Washington University discussed the biomedical components of the Medtronic first-generation Revo MRI SureScan Pacing System. To view the entire presentation "click here".
To learn more about Dr. Raymond Tu "click here"
For additional information about Progressive Radiology, please visit our website at www.progressiveradiology.net
Progressive Radiology is featured in a case study with InteleRad, a leader in PACS imaging services, for the IntelleConnect application.
The case study highlights Progressive Radiology's enhanced PACS services to referring physicians using a web-based portal, InteleConnect. InteleConnect allows the referring community easy, secure and fast on-line access with devices such as iPads, smartphones and tablets with little to no overhead or training. To read about Progressive Radiology’s case study "click here".
The Progressive Radiology difference:
• Board-certified, fellowship-trained subspecialty radiologists interpret all studies.
• Highly-skilled certified technologists provide quality patient care in a comfortable environment.
• Expedited appointment scheduling with fast, reliable results.
Our goal is to provide safe, high-quality care for our patients, while offering unsurpassed customer service, superior image quality and rapid diagnostic interpretations.
To schedule an on-line appointment “click here”
For additional information about Progressive Radiology, please visit our website at www.progressiveradiology.net.
Progressive Radiology is pleased to announce that it will be participating in this year’s Relay For Life of Central Harford in Bel Air, MD on June 1, 2013. The event will be held at Bel Air High School. Please join our team by making a donation because saving lives from cancer starts with one team, one participant and one dollar at a time.
Progressive Radiology Relay For Life Team Page
After joining the Progressive Radiology Relay For Life Team, you can reach out to your friends and family to continue the movement.
“In more than 5,200 communities and 20 countries, Relay For Life events comprise the signature fundraiser for the American Cancer Society. Each Relay For Life event is special to its community, but the movement's true power lies in the combined commitment of thousands of participants, volunteers, and supporters to help the American Cancer Society save lives from cancer.”
Dr. Raymond Tu lectured at the American College of Radiology Annual Meeting and Leadership Conference Economics Session on Medicaid May 7, 2013
Dr. Raymond Tu as President of the DC Chapter of the American College of Radiology receives the Overall Excellence Award on behalf of the chapter at the American College of Radiology Annual Meeting and Leadership Conference Economics Session on Medicare May 7, 2013.
Dr. Raymond Tu becomes a Fellow of the American College of Radiology on May 5, 2013. One of the highest honors the ACR can bestow on a radiologist, radiation oncologist or medical physicist is recognition as a fellow of the American College of Radiology. ACR Fellows demonstrate a history of service to the College, organized radiology, teaching, or research. Approximately 12% of ACR members achieve this distinction. Pictured below, Dr. Raymond Tu celebrates with Adam Starr, Mark Monteferrante MD and David Boyd MD.
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For additional information about Progressive Radiology, please visit our website at www.progressiveradiology.net