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A1 Medical Imaging Puts Patients First 

Thanks to the leadership of CEO, Peter Solodko, all of A1 Medical Imaging’s open MRI Centers in Florida and Georgia take extraordinary measures to schedule patients for an MRI exam and provide referring physicians with the results in a timely manner. 

A1 Medical Imaging began in 2008. Since then, the company has become a model of excellence in the diagnostic industry for Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI). 

“When a patient is told by their physician that they need to get an MRI scan, they understandably can get anxious and want to have it done right away,” Peter Solodko empathized. “That’s why our clinics don’t have hard-and-fast business hours. The patient can be seen the same day they make contact. However, if that person isn’t available during the work day, our centers will happily accommodate them after hours or on weekends, whichever is most convenient for them.” 

A1 Medical Imaging’s commitment doesn’t stop there. Scan results are sent to a patient’s referring physician quickly. “We know physicians want to find out what’s ailing their patients as fast as possible,” Solodko added. “We can typically send the results to them within 24 hours after the scan occurs.” 

 According to Marilyn Radakovic, RN, Chief Operating Officer, “A1 Medical Imaging uses technology to increase operational efficiency and shorten exam times. All of the Centers have open MRI scanners to optimize patient comfort and help avoid a claustrophobic feeling. Several of our South Florida Centers also have the latest GE SIGNA^TM Pioneer 3.0T MRI wide bore scanner that provides the latest state-of- the-art images.” 

Appointments can be made at any of A1 Medical Imaging’s diagnostic facilities via the company’s toll-free phone at 1-866-677-2400, by requesting an appointment on the company’s website at www.A1mri.com, or by calling any facility direct from www.A1mri.com/locations.

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A1 Medical Imaging Commends Recent Research Confirming MRI Effectiveness in Detecting Early Recurrent Breast Cancer 

SARASOTA, FLORIDA – June 17, 2021 – A1 Medical Imaging’s Chief Operating Officer, Marilyn Radakovic, RN, applauded recent research that indicates magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) is effective in detecting interval breast cancers in women with a prior history of the disease. 

The research that was published June 8, 2021 in Radiology journal concluded that breast MRI has been shown to improve the early detection of recurrent breast cancers that may be missed by mammography. 

The study took place between January 2008 and March 2019, and involved 2809 women with a median age of 47 years who had undergone surgery because of breast cancer. In all, 6603 MRI examinations were conducted. 

“According to the report, the purpose of the research was to evaluate the screening of breast MRI in women with a personal history of breast cancer who might be at more risk for what’s known as interval breast cancers, or IBC,” Radakovic stated. “IBC is the cancer detected after a normal screening mammogram, but before the next scheduled mammogram.” 

Mammograms are low-dose X-rays of the breast. Regular mammograms are recommended to find breast cancer early, when treatment is most successful. However, mammograms may not be the best option for women who are at high risk. 

A breast MRI is a noninvasive technology that uses strong magnets instead of radiation to make very detailed, cross-sectional pictures of the breast. It is much more sensitive than mammography and can find invasive breast cancers sooner than mammograms. It can also rule out abnormalities that appear suspicious on a mammogram. 

Peter Solodko, A1 Medical Imaging’s Chief Executive Officer, commented, “This research indicates that breast MRIs can detect early stages of cancer better than mammography in women with a past history of breast cancer.” 

Radakovic added, “This research confirms the effectiveness of breast MRIs and provides encouraging hope for women who are at high risk of recurring cancer.” 

A1 Medical Imaging has open MRI centers throughout Florida and in Georgia, and provides breast MRI screenings at its Aventura, Pembroke Pines, Plantation and Orange Park Florida locations. Visit www.A1mri.com to learn more. 

About A1 Medical Imaging

A1 Medical Imaging has become a model of excellence in the medical diagnostic imaging industry. From its home office in downtown Sarasota, Florida, the company maintains primary in-house functions of administration, human resources, transcription, finance, insurance contracting, information systems and technology, billing and collections, and medical technology. Utilizing “state of the art” computer technology, A1 Medical Imaging can monitor the overall performance and operation of each center from its one central location, successfully assuring cost-effectiveness and efficiency throughout the company.