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Valley Radiologists Opens New Interventional Radiology Clinic on January 4, 2010

Valley Radiologists recently welcomed Dr. Sid Padia to our practice. Sid is a Northwestern University-trained interventional radiologist with a focus in interventional oncology. In response to the growth of our IR program, we are pleased to announce the opening of an Interventional Radiology Clinic to better meet patient needs.

The Clinic will open on January 4, 2010 at 4033 Talbot Rd. S., Ste. 470 in Renton. It will provide a more convenient and efficient pre- and post-procedural experience for interventional patients. The addition of this clinic enables us to better educate patients about their procedures, help them understand alternatives, and prepare them in a less stressful environment. Patients will have the opportunity to have a meaningful discussion and get all of their questions answered. read more

Valley Radiologists' Position on Screening Mammography

With the recent information in the news from the US Preventative Services Task Force on mammography screening guidelines, Valley Radiologists remains supportive of the American Cancer Society (ACS) guidelines and American College of Radiology (ACR) guidelines for screening mammography. Beginning at age 40, women who are not at high risk should undergo annual screening mammography examinations. Our practice urges women to not be alarmed by the recent announcement and to continue to abide by the current ACS/ACR guidelines.

For further information, please read the ACR's recent press release and reference the ACS guidelines. The US Preventative Services Task Force articles is included below for your review.

ACR Press Release
ACR Detailed Statement
Federal Policy Position
CNN Article

Below is a statement from Otis W. Brawley, M.D., chief medical officer, American Cancer Society.

"The American Cancer Society continues to recommend annual screening using mammography and clinical breast examination for all women beginning at age 40. Our experts make this recommendation having reviewed virtually all the same data reviewed by the USPSTF, but also additional data that the USPSTF did not consider. When recommendations are based on judgments about the balance of risks and benefits, reasonable experts can look at the same data and reach different conclusions."

Overlake Breast Health Center Added to Mix, Dr. Lund Inducted as ACR Fellow, Drs. Bowen and Reger Nominated Seattle Magazine "Top Docs"

It's been an exciting 3rd quarter at Valley Radiologists with accomplishments to share. First and foremost, Overlake Breast Health Center and Valley Radiologists have partnered! Valley Radiologists will begin providing professional services at Overlake Breast Health Center in October. Radiologists will be onsite at the breast imaging center five days a week.
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Secondly, Dr. Phil Lund was inducted as a fellow in the American College of Radiology (ACR). ACR Fellowship is awarded to members who have evidenced significant accomplishments in advancing the field of radiology. Dr. Lund is partner and president of Valley Radiologists, Inc. P.S.

Last but not least, Drs. Scott Bowen and Kenneth Reger were recognized among Seattle Magazine's 2009 "Top Docs" by their peers, Dr. Reger in Diagnostic Radiology and Dr. Bowen in Interventional Radiology. More than 10,000 nominations were submitted naming more than 4,050 physicians. Both physicians are partners of Valley Radiologists, Inc. P.S.

These are wonderful achievements and we hope you will share in our excitement! Our practice values your continued support and the relationships we share. You help make all of this possible!

Two Valley Radiologists Named Seattle Top Docs in 2009
It is with great pride Valley Radiologists share the accomplishments of two of our radiologists; Dr. Scott Bowen and Dr. Kenneth Reger. Both radiologists were nominated by their peers as a Seattle Magazine's 2009 Top Doc. Dr. Reger is listed under Diagnostic Radiology and Dr. Bowen is listed under Interventional Radiology. In the entire Puget Sound Region, only a dozen or so physicians were named Top Docs in the radiology categories. Overall, more than 10,000 nominations were submitted in 2009, with more than 4050 physicians nominated. Learn more at http://www.seattlemag.com/.

Covington Diagnostic Imaging Services gains MRI Accreditation from the ACR.
The American College of Radiology's (ACR) Committee on MRI Accreditation has granted accreditation in MRI imaging for Covington Diagnostic Imaging Services. Accreditation is granted when a facility has met all of the testing criteria established by the ACR Committee on MRI Accreditation for 1) clinical image quality and 2) phantom image quality.
Accreditation Letter

Dr. Reger on King 5 News.
Valley Radiologists helps set standard in MRI imaging of Cervical Cord Compression.
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Valley Medical Center First in U.S. to Implement Breakthrough MRI Standard with the Help of Valley Radiologist.
Fibromyalgia (FM) is a complex condition of chronic, widespread pain affecting about four percent of people in the U.S. Another six percent have unexplained chronic, widespread pain (CWP). In a four-year pilot study at VMC, radiologists added two views of the neck... read more

Dr. Scallon Discusses Breast MRI with King 5 News.
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Vanishing Veins Northwest in Renton!
Valley Radiologists, a leading area medical practice specializing in diagnostic and interventional radiology services, will open the Vanishing Veins Northwest Center in Renton on November 17 to provide alternatives to major surgery for patients with varicose veins, spider veins, and related conditions... read more

What do radio waves, gelatin and cement have in common?
Valley Radiologists use all these tools and more to relieve pain, treat cancer and help our patients get better quicker with less risk. Our highly trained, subspecialty certified, interventional radiologists blast tumors, starve fibriods... read more

Merritt Building Offers MRI on Saturdays!
In addition to extended evening hours, patients can now enjoy the convenience of having their non-contrast MRI on Saturdays between 9:00 am - 1:00 pm. This is one more way Auburn Diagnostic Imaging Services (ADIS) is working to meet patients' needs. Recently, ADIS added two new services to our outpatient facility - Ultrasound and in-house Creatinine screening for MRI and CT contrast studies. Creatinine screenings are done on patients having an MRI or CT with contrast that have certain risk factors. While most outpatient imaging centers will send patients to have their lab work done prior to their appointment, ADIS can provide this service just minutes before the patient's scheduled exam, in one convenient location... read more

Imaging Provider of Choice.
Valley Radiologists contracts with over 25 health care plans. Our goal is to be your radiology provider of choice and to provide exemplary service to you, your staff, and your patients. We have trained personnel who... read more