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New, state of the art imaging service opens at Mitcham Private Hospital
May 14, 2012
Mitcham Private Hospital now has access to some of the most up‐to‐date diagnostic imaging technology available, with the opening of a new radiology practice conveniently located onsite at Mitcham Private Hospital, 27 Doncaster East Road, Mitcham.
The new provider, Imaging Associates Mitcham, will commence operation from Monday 21st May and will offer an expanded range of quality imaging services to meet the needs of local referrers and their patients. The new service will reduce waiting times and offer advanced private radiology options to patients in Melbourne's east requiring X‐ray and advanced digital CT, mammography and ultrasound scanning.
Imaging Associates Mitcham Chairman, Dr Andrew Lawrence said they have developed the centre at Mitcham Private Hospital to offer a fresh community approach. "The practice at Mitcham Private Hospital allows Imaging Associates Mitcham to offer quality imaging services that enhance the clinical specialties offered at Mitcham Private Hospital. The highest quality of imaging services for both inpatients and outpatients are provided in a fully accredited reporting environment."
CEO of Mitcham Private Hospital, Mr Darren Rogers said the technology within the centre was brilliant and would provide accurate and fast diagnosis for patients. "The local community will really benefit from the top of the range diagnostic technology, in particular, advanced digital mammography and breast tomosynthesis capable of 3D breast imaging, which will enhance the diagnosis and management of breast cancer. We are really excited to be working with Imaging Associates Mitcham, as they share the same vision for the service as we do."
The practice will feature a modern refurbishment and upgraded, state of the art technology and equipment, providing full digital imaging for examinations, including:
- 320 ‐slice, low radiation dose Toshiba Computed Tomography (including CT Angiography)
- General X‐ray
- Ultrasound, including Doppler and 4D imaging with new Toshiba ultrasound technology (released late 2011)
- Australia's first synthesized Digital Mammography (2D) and Breast Tomosynthesis (3D)
About Imaging Associates Mitcham
With a commitment to excellence in image quality, Imaging Associates Mitcham is introducing state‐of‐the‐art Hologic Breast Mammography and Tomography; advanced Toshiba 3D and 4D Ultrasound technology and low dose cardiac capable 320 slice Toshiba CT at Mitcham Private Hospital. Professional, well credentialed staff offer the highest level of technical and clinical excellence for the best diagnostic outcome for each patient, and radiologists are available on site to discuss imaging requirements and interpretation of imaging results with clinicians.
If you would like to visit the new radiology practice, require more information about imaging services, or require referral forms, please call Imaging Associates Mitcham on (03)8873 3600.
For further information, contact Darren Rogers 0434 071 141 or email rogersd@ramsayhealth.com.au. Media enquiries contact Anne Moutsos Business Development Manager 0420895910 or email moutsosa@ramsayhealth.com.au.
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