BronxCare Health System

Dr. Charbel Ishak, Chairman, Radiology.
Dr. Charbel Y. Ishak, Chairman, Radiology.

Radiology

As leaders in the field of technology, the Department of Radiology provides 24/7 coverage by attending radiologists. Highly trained subspecialty radiologists are also available at all times. Empire State Radiology, a subsidiary of Radiology Partners (a national health care network), provides radiology services for BronxCare. Dr. Charbel Y. Ishak is leading the Department of Radiology as Chairman. Under his leadership, the Department has continued to grow. Dr. Ishak is a multi-fellowship trained Interventional Specialist with extensive experience in diagnosing and treating a variety of diseases and conditions. 

Dr. Naveen Galla, Attending, Radiology, reviewing patient X-ray.
Dr. Naveen Galla, Attending, Radiology, reviewing patient X-ray.

The Department of Radiology continues to move forward with many important projects. “There is no doubt that we are meeting the increasing demands placed on us by physicians and staff, along with those of our patients,” stated Shirley Acevedo, Administrative Director. She takes pride in her continuing efforts and success in improving the patient experience, as well as in the state-of-the-art imaging equipment now in place. Two CT scanners will soon be installed to meet the increasing imaging demands of the hospital and emergency department. A new digital Interventional Radiology Suite will also be constructed to provide advanced minimally invasive procedures for inpatients and outpatients. It will offer innovative radiologic image-guided Žfluoroscopy, ultrasound, and computed tomography or magnetic imaging to precisely target therapy for oncology and other patients.

Silvia Padilla, Special Procedures Technologist, Radiology, preparing patient for MRI scan.
Silvia Padilla, Special Procedures Technologist, Radiology, preparing patient for MRI scan.
Special Procedures Radiology Technologists (L to R): Miriam Quinones and Raveta Ramnarine entering patient information.
Special Procedures Radiology Technologists (L to R): Miriam Quinones and Raveta Ramnarine entering patient information.

In the ER, improved reporting has enabled quicker decision making which has expedited patient Žflow. Similar improvements have occurred in Internal Medicine, Orthopaedics, and other areas, where rapid evaluation of complex problems often requires the expertise of specialized radiologists.

At BronxCare's Health and Wellness Center, Breast Imaging will be expanded through the planned addition of a third digital mammography unit featuring 3D tomosynthesis capability in addition to technology for stereotactic breast biopsies. Together with breast ultrasound and breast MRI, it will provide a comprehensive Women’s Center approach, allowing patients to have their breast imaging and diagnosis in one location.

“I am continually striving to make sure our patients are highly satisfied before, during, and after their procedures, and we are accomplishing this goal for them.”

Dr. Charbel Y. Ishak, Chairman, Radiology

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