Healthcare News at Derry Imaging
As an independent radiology practice in southern New Hampshire, we’re a center of activity for medical technology, healthcare best practices, and providing ongoing outreach and community support. From here you’ll be able to view current and archived news releases, background information on topics of interest, read our newsletter, and access our logo for sponsorship use.
If you are a member of the media and need additional information or want to schedule an interview, contact Tom DeRosa at (603) 537-3021.
News Releases
Derry Imaging to Host Breast Cancer Awareness Open House
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Derry, NH - Derry Imaging is pleased to announce the details of their annual Breast Cancer Awareness Open House.
Who: Derry Imaging Center
What: Breast Cancer Awareness Open House
Where: Overlook Medical Park Lobby, 6 Tsienneto Road in Derry
When: Saturday, October 15 from 11:00 AM to 3:00 PM
"There are over 2.5 million breast cancer survivors in the United States," said Heidi Clark, Diagnostic Imaging Director at Derry Imaging Center. "Early detection is the key and the only way the number of survivors will increase is for women to continue getting annual mammograms."
There will be walk-in mammogram appointments available, live music, free food, a raffle to win Bruins tickets to a game of your choice, Zumba with Gorica Santos, pink hair extensions provided by Revive Salon, massages and face painting and games for the kids! All donations will benefit the Betty J. Bory Center Retreats, NH Breast Cancer Coalition and Young Survivor Coalition.
The event is open to the press and public.
Click here for more information >>
March 2010
Derry Imaging Center Receives ACR Accreditation
DERRY, NH (March 18, 2010) – Derry Imaging Center has been awarded a three-year term of accreditation in four modalities by the American College of Radiology (ACR). Included in the accreditation were 1) Fixed Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI)), 2) mobile MRI head, spine 3) ultrasound imaging, and 4) computed tomography services (CT).
“The requirements for accreditation through ACR are rigorous,” says Heidi Clark, RDMS,BS director of diagnostic imaging for Derry Imaging Center. “We were examined on the basis of image quality, dose monitoring, phantom testing, equipment evaluation, calibration, and maintenance and a review of our track record specific to each modality. The fact that we passed our accreditation with flying colors, speaks to the extremely skilled staff we have working at Derry Imaging Center and their commitment to deliver the highest level of patient care possible.”
Derry Imaging is the resource of choice for patients and families in the Greater Derry area in need of a full range of cost-effective diagnostic imaging services, including MRI, CT Scan, Mammography, Bone Density, X-Ray, Ultrasound, and Cardiology. Tests can often be scheduled, completed and delivered to a referring physician within a few days.
The ACR, headquartered in Reston, VA, awards accreditation to facilities for the achievement of high practice standards after a peer-review evaluation of the practice. Evaluations are conducted by board-certified physicians and medical physicists who are experts in the field. They assess the qualifications of the personnel and the adequacy of facility equipment. The surveyors report their findings to the ACR’s Committee on Accreditation, which subsequently provides the practice with a comprehensive report.
The ACR is a national organization serving more than 32,000 diagnostic and interventional radiologists, radiation oncologists, and nuclear medicine and medical physicists with programs focusing on the practice of medical imaging and radiation oncology and the delivery of comprehensive health care services.
For more information or to schedule an appointment, contact Derry Imaging Center at (603) 537-1363, or visit the web site at www.DerryImaging.com.
About Derry Imaging Center
Derry Imaging Center is a full service diagnostic imaging center located inside Overlook Medical Park, 6 Tsienneto Road, Derry, New Hampshire. Offering the most advanced digital imaging and processes available, Derry Imaging Center’s core services include: Digital Mammography, MRI including fixed and open magnet, Breast MRI, 3D/4D ultrasound, CT Scan, X-Ray, Bone Densitometry, Peripheral Vascular Testing, Foot ultrasound and Women’s Imaging Services. To schedule an appointment or learn more, call Heidi Clark, RDMS, BS director of diagnostic imaging at 537-1363 or visit the web site at www.DerryImaging.com.
About ACR
The 34,000 members of the American College of Radiology (ACR) include radiologists, radiation oncologists, medical physicists, interventional radiologists and nuclear medicine physicians. For over three quarters of a century, the ACR has devoted its resources to making imaging safe, effective and accessible to those who need it. To learn more contact the director of Public Affairs Shawn Farley at 703-648-8936 or visit the web site at www.ACR.org.
October 2009
Derry Imaging Mammography Services Recognized for Excellence
The American College of Radiology (ACR) recently conducted a site review of mammography services provided by Derry Imaging, and passed the facility and its staff with commendation.
In making this announcement, Heidi Clark, BS, RDMS, director of diagnostic imaging, noted “the ACR was impressed with our facility and made a special point to compliment the technologists on their excellent mammogram positioning. This demonstrates what great work our team consistently performs. I am so proud of all the staff and I’m pleased that we were able to show the ACR what high quality work is done here.”
The American Cancer Society recommends that women 40 and older should have a mammogram every year. However, medical history and condition may require a variation of this schedule. Derry Imaging offers patients the most advanced mammography technology available today - digital mammography. Both annual screenings and diagnostic mammograms are available. Derry Imaging features a comfortable and relaxed breast-imaging suite that is easily accessible to all patients. Daytime, evening and Saturday appointments are available. A physician referral is not required.
For more information about Derry Imaging, call 603-537-1363.
October 2009
Early Detection is Key ! Have you scheduled your Mammogram?
October is National Breast Cancer Awareness Month. It is an opportunity to remind your Mother, Daughter, Sister, Aunt, Niece, Girlfriends to be breast aware for earlier detection. Early detection as well as education about breast cancer are the most effective weapons in the fight against breast cancer.
In recognition of Breast Cancer Awareness, Derry Imaging is encouraging all women to learn about the risks for this disease and to get breast cancer screening. We will have information and resources available about Breast Cancer displayed in the main lobby of the building @ 6 Tsienetto Rd as well as at our location on the lower level. As an added incentive anyone who schedules a mammogram during the month of October will receive a special “pink” gift at the time of their mammogram and will also be entered into a raffle drawing which will be held each week during the month of October. Each winner will receive a “Pink” Simons Visa Card (a portion of their fee is donated to the Susan G Komen Foundation/NH).
The American Cancer Society recommends that women 40 and older should have a mammogram every year, however, your medical history and condition may require a variation of this schedule. At Derry Imaging we offer our patients the most advanced mammography technology available today - digital mammography. Our comprehensive system enables us to perform annual screenings and diagnostic mammograms. We offer a comfortable and relaxed breast-imaging suite that is easily accessible to all our patients. A registered female mammography technologist will make sure you have a comfortable and confidential experience. For your convenience we offer daytime, evening and Saturday appointments. You have the right to self-refer for your mammogram and to choose which facility to schedule your appointment. A physician referral is not required.
Please stop by to learn more, or to schedule your mammogram call (603) 537-1363.
October 2009
Derry Imaging Goes Pink
To kick off October as National Breast Cancer Awareness Month, the staff of Derry Imaging participated in “Pink Day” at the Mall of NH on October 3rd.
May 2009
Derry Imaging Earns Advanced Accreditation - Echocardiography Laboratory Recognized for Excellence
Derry Imaging has been granted accreditation by the Intersocietal Commission for the Accreditation of Echocardiography Laboratories (ICAEL) in recognition of its commitment to high quality patient care and its provision of quality diagnostic testing through echocardiography. The Derry Imaging echocardiography laboratory is one of the first one thousand laboratories in the United States, Canada and Puerto Rico to earn this status.
Participation in the accreditation process is voluntary. Accreditation signifies that the facility has been reviewed by an independent agency which recognized the laboratory’s commitment to quality testing for the diagnosis of heart disease.
Cardiovascular disease is the leading cause of death in the United States with one American dying every 32 seconds of cardiovascular disease, disorders of the heart and blood vessels. Echocardiographic testing is useful in the detection and management of many types of heart disease, and this noninvasive test has become one of the standard diagnostic tools used by cardiologists.
April 2009
Derry Imaging Offers New Service
Derry Imaging recently announced the expansion of their diagnostic imaging services to include diagnostic ultrasound imaging of the foot. This latest advancement is a very powerful tool for the diagnosis of a number of foot problems including plantar fasciitis, detection of foreign bodies, soft tissue masses, Morton’s neuroma, tendonitis and Achillies tendon tears.
“We are pleased to be working with the area podiatrists and primary care doctors with the application of this advanced technology,” says Heidi Clark, RT, RDMS, APS, director of diagnostic imaging. “Ultrasound is safe, inexpensive, expeditious, and accurate. The studies at Derry Imaging are all performed by registered sonographers, and are supervised and reviewed by our on-site, board certified radiologists. Patients can usually be accommodated with same day appointments and often know their results within 24 hours. Foot injuries and conditions are often very painful, so having an accurate diagnosis is critical to the treatment plan.”
March 2009
Derry Imaging Expands MRI Hours
Derry Imaging recently announced the expansion of their mobile MRI service. Patients needing Breast MRI imaging studies will now be able to schedule appointments every Friday with the Siemens Espree mobile MRI van. Appointments are also available throughout the week at the fixed indoor unit. Both MRI services are located at the Overlook Medical Park at 6 Tsienneto Road in Derry.
The Espree mobile unit features an “open” magnet with an over-sized bore to accommodate claustrophobic patients, and has a high weight limit of 550 lbs. It also features “state of the art” technology with the most recent software available. The van is equipped with multiple eight-channel coils allowing for high resolution imaging for Breast MRI studies.
To facilitate appointment scheduling, Derry Imaging has established a dedicated MRI exam line. Patients interested in scheduling appointments should have their referring physicians call 603-537-1378.
Derry Imaging offers 100% digital imaging at its free standing facility at Overlook Medical Park. Comprehensive services include digital mammography, MRI including Breast MRI, 3D and 4D Ultrasound, CT scan, x-ray, bone densitometry, and peripheral vascular testing.
For more information about Derry Imaging, call 603-537-1363.
February 2009
New at Derry Imaging: Breast MRI Imaging Technology
Derry Imaging recently announced the expansion of their mobile MRI service. Patients needing Breast MRI imaging studies are now able to schedule appointments every Friday with the Siemens Espree mobile MRI van. Appointments are also available throughout the week at the fixed indoor unit. Both MRI services are located at the Overlook Medical Park at 6 Tsienneto Road in Derry.
The Espree mobile unit features an “open” magnet with an over-sized bore to accommodate claustrophobic patients, and has a high weight limit of 550 lbs. It also features “state of the art” technology with the most recent software available. The van is equipped with multiple eight-channel coils allowing for high resolution imaging for Breast MRI studies.
January 2008
Peripheral Vascular Lab
The Peripheral Vascular Lab (PVL) gives physicians an alternative to traditional methods of assessing vascular disorders. The studies performed in the PVL serve as an extension of the physical exam, further aiding in the diagnosis and treatment. Studies offered incude: Ankle /Brachial indices, Ankle /Brachial indices with exercise, APVR, and Venous insufficiency testing. We continue to offer carotid duplex and upper and lower extremity venous imaging for DVT.
Opal Rad PACS (Picture Archiving and Communications System) Updgrade
This is a more robust platform which allows offsite remote access to our board-certified radiologists for viewing digital images of a MRI Scans, CT Scans, Computerized Radiology (x-ray) exams, and 3-D & 4-D Ultrasound.
November 2007
Lunar Prodigy Bone Densitometer with Dual Energy Vertebral Assessment
Dual Energy Vertebral Assessment (DVA™) provides a dual-energy image of the AP and lateral spine allowing clinicians to visually assess the presence of vertebral fractures. An existing vertebral fracture has been shown to double the risk of subsequent fractures. Vertebral fractures are most common in patients over age 70. Prevalence of clinical vertebral fractures in this age group is 5 – 10X higher than patients under age 70 where the prevalence is under 3%.
November 2006
Derry Imaging Hosts Free Beauty Workshop For Cancer Patients
A free beauty program for individuals with cancer called Look Good… Feel Better® will be held on Thursday, December 14, 2006 from 5:30 – 7:30 at Derry Imaging. Read More...
February 2006
Derry Imaging Invests in Latest Digital Mammography Technology
This new technology offers 15 - 28% Better Cancer Detection Than Film Mammography. Read More...
December 2004
Derry Imaging Center Announces New Digital Advancements
This digital technology can result in earlier detection of up to 23.4% of cancers currently missed in traditional, unassisted screenings. Read More...
