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COVER FEATURE Richard Rozanski, M.D., utilizes fused imaging technology to interpret a PET/CT scan. THE RADIOLOGY SPECIALISTS AT CROUSE RADIOLOGY ASSOCIATES OFFER IMAGING SERVICES AT SIX CONVENIENT REGIONAL LOCATIONS: Crouse Medical Imaging Services 5000 Brittonfield Parkway East Syracuse, New York 13057 Phone: (315) 234-7600 Medical Imaging Center East 5008 Brittonfield Parkway Suite 100 East Syracuse, New York 13057 Phone: (315) 234-7600 Crouse Hospital 736 Irving Ave. Syracuse, New York 13210 Phone: (315) 470-7551 Fulton Health Center 522 South Fourth St. Fulton, New York 13069 Phone: (315) 598-4740 Auburn Diagnostic Imaging Center 281 Grant Ave. Auburn, New York 13021 Phone: (315) 255-2828 Oswego Hospital 110 West 6th St. Oswego, New York 13126 Phone: (315) 349-5511 Phone: (315) 349-5511 8 | Central New York MD NEWS ■ MDNEWS.COM "Our exceptional back- ground in IT allows us to provide a high level of sup- port to referring physicians, for both in-office receipt of results as well as the ability to view the relevant imaging studies for their patients," says Dr. Buckingham. The maga zine point s out that those facilit ies demonstrating a mastery of technological nuances can offer many benefits for patients, including shorter hospital stays and fewer callbacks for additional testing. In addition, the implementa- tion of these systems can greatly streamline workf low and improve communication with patients' insurers. Crouse Radiology Associates is CRA now offers full-service imaging at its convenient office location at 5000 Brittonfield Parkway, East Syracuse, NY. a lso in the process of joining HealtheConnections, the Regional Health Information Organization of Central New York. This information exchange enables clinicians to access patient images, results and records through secure pathways. This ability to have an organized, comprehensive view of information can assist in patient care decisions and improve efficiency in the health care system in a coordinated effort with area hospitals and urgent care centers. ARegional Leader Crouse Radiology Associates has accomplished a number of "firsts" in the region because of its commitment to giving patients access to leading- edge advancements as soon as possible, notes Mary Ann Drumm, CEO. These include pioneering of PET scanning, core biopsy procedures, stereotactic breast biopsy and breast MRI. Crouse Radiology Associates prides itself on its dedicated support staff, members of which are selected for their skills as well as sensitivities. Crouse Medical Imaging Services will of fer what every well-informed patient looks for in a premier radiology practice — patient-focused care, breakthrough technology and the sharp eyes of highly credentialed clinicians. To schedule an appointment at Crouse Medical Imaging Ser vices, please call (315) 234-7600. For more informa- tion about the practice, please visit www.craimaging.com. ■ CRA provides state-of-the-art CT scanning.

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