Dr. David S. Leder, Medical Director

Quakerbridge Radiology understands the anxiety a patient will experience when undergoing a screening or diagnostic mammogram. We know how frustrating it is for women to be unable to make a mammogram appointment for weeks or even months at many area hospitals or other facilities, and then sit on pins and needles waiting for their doctor to obtain the results. Now, because of the enhancement of our radiology department and our use of state-of-the-art equipment, we can provide patients with immediate and effective services.

Undergoing a screening mammogram is a lot more convenient and a little less stressful with Quakerbridge Radiology’s Same–Day Mammography Program. As part of our commitment to outstanding customer service, you are now given the option of quickly receiving your test results, typically within 30-minutes of the exam.

Patient anxiety is a major problem with these types of exams and we wanted to find a way to do it better. We also wanted to make the whole process friendlier for everyone, including the referring doctors. With more authority from them we are able to accomplish more in a shorter time frame.

Talk to your doctor and inform him or her that you want this level of service.  Your doctor will write on the prescription Screening Mammogram with Additional Views and/or Breast Ultrasound (if indicated).  It’s as simple as that.  Now when you call to schedule your Mammogram you will be informed of the option to receive immediate test results. When you arrive for your appointment, the technologist or one of our patient care specialists will ask you if you would like to wait and have the results reviewed with you.  The technologist will advise you if your doctors’ prescription allows you to receive additional imaging the same day, if needed. The most important thing to remember is you will only receive the services that you need.

If your exam is Normal, you will receive a card stating that the results are normal. If you would like to schedule an appointment for the following year before you leave the office all you have to do is stop at the front desk and they will set that up for you.  Otherwise you will receive your friendly reminder 30 days prior to your exam.

In some cases we will see something that does not require immediate additional imaging and we will suggest a 6-month follow-up. You will have the opportunity to speak with the radiologist and to make your appointment for a 6-month follow-up visit.  What a great opportunity to have a few minutes with the radiologist to answer any of your questions or concerns!

If your exam reveals a suspicious finding, the radiologist will review the images with you and you will have the option to receive additional imaging the same day, provided your prescription or referral contains the proper ordering information.

To help ensure that the process is thorough, the exam follow-up includes a results letter that is mailed to you within a week of your visit, and the radiologist’s report is faxed to the referring physician within 24 hours of the visit.  If your doctor has our computer system available in his office he/she will have access to your reports as soon as they are available.  Most importantly an appointment reminder is sent 4-6 weeks prior to your next scheduled visit.

This program is designed to perform an assessment as quickly as possible.  That means less waiting and fewer worries. And, if you need any additional testing, it’s done the same day with the results in your hands before you leave.  This will ease your fears and you will have the insight and support you need.

The American Cancer Society® advises yearly exams for all women older than 40.  If you have risk factors – like having a family history of the disease, being overweight or having certain genes – talk with your doctor to decide how soon and often to get screened.  Make your mammogram a priority.

As a courtesy, patients who do not schedule an appointment for the following year will receive an annual reminder letter 4-6 weeks before the anniversary of their last visit.

If you do not have insurance there is no need to worry; our discounted price for a screening  mammogram is $165.00 and if payment is an issue we will work with you, because we know how important an annual mammogram is to each woman.

Same-Day Mammography is available weekdays from 7:30 a.m. to 6:30 p.m only at Quakerbridge Radiology. To schedule an appointment call 1 (609) 890-0033 or visit the Quakerbridge Radiology Web site at www.qbradiology.com.

A Simple Test Can Make A Difference. Make A Mammogram a Priority In Your Life!

Each and every patient at Quakerbridge Radiology Associates receives personalized care designed to meet her individual needs.  Our staff is highly trained, our equipment is state-of-the art, and we remain committed to providing exceptional care to the women in our community.  For more information or to make an appointment, please call 609.890.0033 prompt 1 or visit our Web site www.qbradiology.com