Author Archives: Dr. Arlene Sussman

New Horizons in Breast Imaging: 3D Tomosynthesis Mammography

Posted on February 28, 2012 by Dr. Arlene Sussman

Conventional 2D mammography images the whole breast in one exposure. Two images of each breast at orthogonal angles to one another are then acquired in order to aid the physician in creating a mental 3D picture of the breast. This … Continue reading →

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Even Radiologists Get Imaging Bills

Posted on December 22, 2011 by Dr. Arlene Sussman

I had my mammogram done. Yes, just like everyone else over 40, I go for my annual screening study. I do it in October of every year because breast cancer awareness month helps me remember when I need to have … Continue reading →

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Breast Cancer Patients Inspire Me

Posted on October 19, 2011 by Dr. Arlene Sussman

I am so often reminded of the amazing capacity of the human spirit by my patients. They teach me daily how incredible the human drive is to adapt and to overcome adversity. This is never more acute than in the … Continue reading →

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The Marriage of Technology and Medical Knowledge

Posted on October 14, 2011 by Dr. Arlene Sussman

The program we have designed at vRad to deliver breast imaging services on a national scale represents a great marriage of technology and medical know how. The goal was to provide expert services to all women regardless of where they … Continue reading →

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