VIVA Moves to Lee’s Hill Facility, Enhancing Patient Services and Comfort In a move that has more than doubled its space, Virginia Interventional & Vascular Associates (VIVA) has relocated to the Professional Plaza of Lee’s Hill. VIVA is the interventional radiology and vascular
Medical Imaging of North Stafford: Quietly Popular with Commuters, Other Patients
It may be the best-kept “secret” in North Stafford. Although many people in the region have not yet heard of Medical Imaging of North Stafford, the facility expects to treat nearly 15,000 patients in 2012. “I don’t know how many times we have spoken with patients and referring physicians who are
For VIVA Patients, Computer Tablets Will Replace Check-In Paperwork
Check-in paperwork is becoming a thing of the past for patients at Virginia Interventional & Vascular Associates (VIVA). VIVA will begin introducing the Phreesia™ check-in system to patients in the next few months, said
Radiologist Spotlight: Michael J. Hewitt, MD
Shortly after Dr. Michael J. Hewitt, a board-certified diagnostic radiologist, launched his career with Radiologic Associates of Fredericksburg (RAF) in 1982, he was advised of RAF’s belief in the “Five A’s” of best practices in radiology: accuracy, availability, accountability, affability, and affordability.
Imaging Center for Women Named Breast Imaging Center of Excellence
Medical Imaging of Fredericksburg’s Imaging Center for Women has been designated a Breast Imaging Center of Excellence by the American College of Radiology (ACR). The center is a partnership between Radiologic Associates of Fredericksburg (RAF) and Mary Washington Healthcare.
VIVA Patients Report Computer Tablet Check-In Fast, Reduces Errors
The new computer tablet check-in system at Virginia Interventional & Vascular Associates (VIVA), believed to be the first of its kind in the area, has received an overwhelmingly positive patient response since its introduction in late May, said Jennifer Dawson, NP-C, VIVA director.
Radiologist Spotlight: Thomas T. Medsker, MD
When Dr. Thomas T. Medsker, a board-certified diagnostic radiologist, was a ninth grader in Elyria, Ohio, he was asked to write an essay on a classic topic: “What do you want to be when you grow up?” He envisioned a future in medicine and made good on his aspiration, obtaining his undergraduate
Annual Legs for Life® Features Free Vascular Screenings, Education
Legs for Life screenings across the nation raise awareness about vascular disease, which can lead to heart attacks and strokes. At this year’s Legs for Life held at Medical Imaging of Fredericksburg on Sept. 29, medical organizations provided free screenings to evaluate patients for peripheral arterial
New RAF Web Site Offers Resources for Patients, Physicians, Community
Radiologic Associates of Fredericksburg’s Web site, www.rafimaging.com, has been redesigned for easier navigation, with added information of value to referring physicians, patients, and the community.