University Radiology, the largest provider of subspecialty radiology and teleradiology services in NJ, is comprised of over 90 Board Certified radiologists with advanced U.S.-based training and expertise in all modalities and all subspecialty areas. In operation for more than 40 years, University Radiology staffs, manages and provides preliminary and final subspecialty interpretations and consultative support for hospitals, imaging centers and other medical facilities, and serves as the academic radiology faculty at UMDNJ – Robert Wood Johnson Medical School. Last year, 1,000,000 radiology procedures were interpreted by our physicians.
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All of the physicians at University Radiology are Board Certified and U. S.-trained, with our radiologists completing 69 Fellowship programs: 10 Neuroradiology, 25 MRI/CT/US/Cross-Sectional, 7 Nuclear Medicine, 9 Interventional, 3 Pediatric, 4 Women’s Imaging, 8 General Radiology, 3 Oncology. Nineteen of our radiologists have earned Certification of Added Qualifications status: 7 Neuroradiology, 10 Vascular/Interventional, 2 Pediatric Radiology. Six of our radiologists are Fellows of the American College of Radiology. One is a Fellow of the American College of Nuclear Physicians. One physician is a NIOSH-certified B reader in Pneumoconiosis. As members of the faculty of the Robert Wood Johnson School of Medicine, the commitment to continuing education takes on special significance.
University Radiology directs and staffs the Radiology services and activities at the medical centers listed below, with 4 of our physicians serving as Chairman of the Radiology Departments. Each Chair closely manages his respective hospital’s radiology operation to ensure that the best clinical coverage and support is provided around-the-clock. Last year, over 600,000 radiologic procedures were performed at our hospitals.
UMDNJ – Robert Wood Johnson University Hospital, New Brunswick, NJ
580-bed acute care hospital with a Level 1 Trauma Center, Children’s Hospital, NCI-designated Cancer Institute, Cardiovascular Institute and Stem Cell Institute. Over 220,000 radiology procedures were performed in 2010. This hospital is the principal teaching hospital of the UMDNJ – Robert Wood Johnson Medical School.
Raritan Bay Medical Center – Perth Amboy and Old Bridge Divisions in NJ
500-beds in the two hospitals combined. Acute care, community medical center providing general, medical-surgical, pediatric and obstetric care, outpatient and 24-hour emergency services. Over 140,000 radiology procedures were performed at these hospitals in 2010.
Trinitas Regional Medical Center, Elizabeth, NJ
530-bed full-service community hospital located on the former St. Elizabeth Hospital and Elizabeth General Medical Center campuses. Offers the full spectrum of in- and outpatient services, including cardiology and cancer care. In 2010, over 120,000 radiology procedures were performed at Trinitas.
Jersey City Medical Center, Jersey City, NJ
608-bed full-service community hospital which includes the Wilzig Hospital and the Provident Bank Ambulatory Center serves as a regional referral hospital and provides the highest level of care for women and infants, trauma, and cardiac patients. The medical center is a major teaching affiliate of the Mount Sinai School of Medicine. In 2010, over 62,000 radiology procedures were performed.
As part of our academic mission, University Radiology physicians established and direct the Residency and the Vascular/Interventional Radiology Fellowship programs at UMDNJ - Robert Wood Johnson School of Medicine where they serve as the radiology faculty and research arm. In addition to serving on staff at the university’s hospital, 48 of our radiologists hold faculty appointments. Medical school activities include curriculum development and oversight, Resident and Fellow evaluation, recruitment and supervision, with 2 of our radiologists serving as Directors of the programs.
Over the last 3 years, our radiologists have created, published and/or over 100 peer-reviewed journal articles, book chapters, abstracts, proceedings and invited presentations for the medical community. A select listing of these and lectures are included at the end of this document. In addition, our radiologists routinely present at various weekly clinical subspecialty conferences, as well as at grand rounds and other clinical forums.
As part of our academic mission, University Radiology physicians established and direct the Residency and the Vascular/Interventional Radiology Fellowship programs at UMDNJ - Robert Wood Johnson School of Medicine where they serve as the radiology faculty and research arm. In addition to serving on staff at the university’s hospital, 48 of our radiologists hold faculty appointments. Medical school activities include curriculum development and oversight, Resident and Fellow evaluation, recruitment and supervision, with 2 of our radiologists serving as Directors of the programs.
Over the last 3 years, our radiologists have created and/or published over 100 peer-reviewed journal articles, book chapters, abstracts, proceedings and invited presentations for the medical community. A select listing of these and lectures are included at the end of this document. In addition, our radiologists routinely present at various weekly clinical subspecialty conferences, as well as at grand rounds and other clinical forums.
University Radiology has designed, built, and currently owns, operates and staffs 9 free-standing imaging centers in central NJ. In 2008, 240,000 imaging procedures were performed at these facilities.The offices are located adjacent to major highways in: East Brunswick, New Brunswick, Somerset, Hillsborough, Metuchen, Monroe, Old Bridge and Tinton Falls. University Radiology also provides radiology services to the Trinitas Diagnostic Imaging Center, in Elizabeth, NJ.
To insure that our radiologists work with the highest quality images possible, each office is equipped with the latest cutting-edge technology. Three of the 9 University Radiology imaging centers have opened in the last 3 years with state-of-the-art facilities and equipment. In 2009, University Radiology and Robert Wood Johnson University Hospital together opened an outpatient imaging center in New Brunswick. Each facility has been designed to allow for efficient health care delivery in a setting which is pleasant and comfortable for the patient.
At least one radiologist is on-site during the day at all University Radiology facilities. Five radiologists practice on-site at our East Brunswick facility. A total of 250 people staff our imaging centers of which 140 are full-time or part-time technologists. Each office is managed by an Administrative Technologist who works closely with the physicians and their staff to insure a smooth running office operation.
Radiologic Technologists are of critical importance to the success of the radiology team. All of our technologists are required to pass the NJ State Registry. In addition, each technologist attends on-going certification programs in their specialty area and participates in in-house clinical and administrative seminars.
Corporate policies and procedures are standardized across all imaging offices. Patients and referrers call one telephone number to schedule an appointment at any of the 9 offices. This centralized service assures patients of getting the next appointment slot available regardless of the office location, if they so desire. All facilities at University Radiology operate under the required local, state and federal licenses and regulations including those set by the Nuclear Regulatory Commission for the operation of our Nuclear Medicine and PET-CT equipment.
University Radiology has a Quality Assurance Physicist on staff to monitor radiation output levels and radioisotope administration. Our on-going QA Program insures that all equipment is functioning properly, radiation levels are minimized and radioactive agents are dispensed and handled appropriately.
Our mammography suites have been inspected and our operating procedures reviewed by the American College of Radiology (ACR), the toughest mammography accrediting body in the country. The mammography facilities have also been inspected and approved by the State of NJ and Medicare. All of our facilities are designated Medicare Certified Mammography Screening Facilities.
In order to provide the best screening mammography service possible, all of our screening mammograms are read independently by two radiologists. A sophisticated CAD system review provides a “triple-check”. If the findings by the two physicians conflict, a third radiologist is consulted until consensus is reached and a determination made.
The quality of the service we provide to patients and referring physicians is measured on an on-going basis. Each patient receives a satisfaction survey to complete following their exam. Responses are mailed back to us postage-free. Responses from all surveys are reviewed with University Radiology members and staff. Pertinent comments and suggestions are incorporated into the practice.
University Radiology has developed working relationships with numerous hospitals, referring physicians, managed care organizations, and clients. These relationships are very important to us. We take great care to insure that we are meeting the unique needs of each organization. Established physician-to-physician and staff-to-staff contact/liaison programs help us keep the lines of communication open.
