Fairfax Radiology Offers SmartCurve™: A Mammogram with Less Pain, Less Pinch, and Less Discomfort
A screening mammogram is best way to detect breast cancer early. Some women avoid regular mammograms because of discomfort associated with breast compression. For years, women have been asking for a mammogram with less pain, less pinch, and less discomfort. Today, it’s here. Fairfax Radiology is proud to be one of the first practices in the Washington DC metro area to offer SmartCurve™ breast stabilization system. SmartCurve™ is clinically proven to deliver a more comfortable mammogram and transform the breast imaging patient experience.
Do I have arthritis?
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention report that 23% of all adults in the United States suffer from arthritis. There are over 100 types of arthritis; the most common type is osteoarthritis. Rheumatoid arthritis is the most common form of...
Radiation Dose
Medical imaging has an important role in diagnosing and managing many common health problems. Radiography (X-rays), CT (computerized tomography) and Interventional Procedures use bundles of energy that pass through the body to generate images of the...
The Cost of Medical Imaging
Undergoing a medical procedure can be stressful, at times. The cost of the procedure can also be an additional concern for many. From routine screening tests to minimally invasive procedures, several factors affect the price of the exam, including...
Who is a Caregiver?
November celebrates the demanding work of family caregivers and their contribution to individuals and communities. Caregivers provide assistance to a person suffering from disease, sometimes a chronic and progressive, condition. Assistance may be...
Lung Cancer Awareness Month
Lung cancer is the second most common type of cancer but is the leading cause of cancer death in America. Every November, awareness is raised to encourage disease prevention, symptom awareness, and possible early detection. Early diagnosis of cancer...
Inova Health System Announces Partnership with Fairfax Radiological Consultants (FRC)
Falls Church, VA – Inova Health System today announced a partnership between Inova Radiology Imaging Associates (RIA) and Fairfax Radiological Consultants (FRC) forming a new company called Fairfax Radiology Centers. The new company will offer...
When Should I Start Getting Mammograms?
Screening mammography starting at age 40 results in the greatest number of lives saved. Screening mammography can detect cancer early, sometimes years before a anything abnormal can be felt. Finding breast cancer in its earliest stages can allow for...
What is interventional radiology?
Interventional radiology is a specialized field of medicine that utilizes imaging and minimally invasive devices to diagnose and treat medical conditions. Unlike traditional open surgeries, these image guided procedures often result in less pain...
Dr. Babita Panigrahi Joins our Team
Dr. Babita Panigrahi joined Fairfax Radiology July 2019, specializing in Breast Imaging. She studied at Yale School of Medicine, did her Residency at Johns Hopkins Hospital and completed her Fellowship at Harvard/Massachusetts General Hospital. She...
Dr. Parvinder Sujlana Joins our Team
Dr. Parvinder Sujlana joined Fairfax Radiology July 2019, specializing in Breast Imaging. He studied at Virginia Commonwealth University School of Medicine and did both his Residency and Fellowship at Johns Hopkins Hospital. In his free time, Dr...
