The Radiology Center of Michigan Earns ACR Gold Seal
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The Radiology Center of Michigan Earns ACR Gold Seal
877-263-3471 Contact: Jonathan Dingwell FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE (517) 333-0713 Augustjdingwell@allegra-okemos.com 24, 2011 August 24, 2011 For Immediate Release Media Contact Allegra Marketing • Print • Mail Jonathan Dingwell (517) 333-0713 jdingwell@allegra-okemos.com Associated Radiologists of Clarkston Earns ACR Gold Seal Ultrasound Accreditation (Clarkston, MI) — Associated Radiologists of Clarkston (AROC) has been awarded a threeyear term of accreditation in ultrasound imaging as the result of an extensive review by the American College of Radiology (ACR). Ultrasound imaging, also known as sonography, uses high-frequency sound waves to produce images of internal body parts to help providers diagnose illness, injury, or other medical problems. The ACR gold seal of accreditation represents the highest level of image quality and patient safety. It is awarded only to facilities meeting ACR Practice Guidelines and Technical Standards, following a peer-review evaluation by board-certified physicians and medical physicists who are experts in the field. Associated Radiologists of Clarkston is the region’s premier provider of quality diagnostic and preventive screening services. The Computer Tomography (CT or CAT scan) machine at AROC is one of the most advanced scanners of its kind—and the most advanced in the Clarkston area. It is capable of rapidly producing exceptionally detailed, precise images. In addition to reducing testing time, this scanner enables more people to have a high quality CT scan, including claustrophobic or anxious patients, children and those with difficulty breathing. All diagnostic tests performed at AROC are read and interpreted on-site by board-certified radiologists, ensuring quality, saving time and affording doctors easier access to AROC radiologists. Tests performed at AROC include: Ultrasounds inc Vascular Studies X-Rays & Bone Density(DEXA Scans) Page 1 of 2 Page 2 of 2 877-263-3471 Cardiovascular Imaging Tests Preventative Screenings CT SCANS inc. Cardiac CTA &CT Angiography FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE August 24, 2011 Media Contact Allegra Marketing • Print • Mail For more information about the Associated Radiologists of Clarkston or the ACR certification, Jonathan Dingwell (517) 333-0713 contact Jonathan Dingwell at (517) 333-0713 or jdingwell@allegra-okemos.com. jdingwell@allegra-okemos.com ### Associated Radiologists of Clarkston is the region’s premier provider of quality diagnostic and preventive screening services, with advanced equipment, top-notch radiology interpretation and exceptional patient customer service. All diagnostic tests performed at AROC are read and interpreted on-site by boardcertified radiologists and cardiologists.. www.arocimaging.com The ACR is a national professional organization serving more than 34,000 diagnostic/interventional radiologists, radiation oncologists, nuclear medicine physicians, and medical physicists with programs focusing on the practice of medical imaging and radiation oncology and the delivery of comprehensive health care services.