Health Screenings

• Abdominal aortic aneurysm (AAA) is often called the silent killer, because many times there are no symptoms and rupture can be fatal.

Abdominal Aortic Ultrasound imaging is used to detect aneurysm of the largest artery in the body – the abdominal aorta. This test takes ultrasound pictures that show any dilatation or enlargement of the walls of the aortic artery (aneurysm).

Please do not eat or drink 4 hours prior to exam.

We recommend wearing a two-piece outfit, so you will not need to undress.

• The American Heart Association estimates that people with peripheral arterial disease (PAD) have a 6 times greater risk of heart attack. 

• Peripheral arterial disease can result in the loss of limbs.

Ankle Brachial Index Study (ABI) is used to detect arterial blockage in the legs. This test uses Doppler ultrasound and ankle/arm blood pressure comparisons to determine the presence of plaque in the arteries of the legs. Persons with an abnormal ABI are at risk for peripheral arterial disease, and may have increased risk for heart attack or stroke.

No preparation is needed for this test; however, you will be asked to remove your socks and shoes.

Lung Cancer Screening

Low-dose CT is a type of imaging test that uses a low dose of radiation to make detailed pictures of the inside of the body using an x-ray machine. This test scans the chest to check for lung nodules (small, abnormal areas in the lungs). Most lung nodules are not cancerous, but detecting and monitoring these nodules can help your doctor catch lung cancer early.

Who is eligible for screening

The two most important risk factors for lung cancer are smoking and older age. People considered at high risk according to the new criteria are: people 50-80 years of age with a 20 pack-year smoking history who currently smoke or have quit within the past 15 years.

A “pack-year” is defined as smoking a pack of cigarettes a day or an equivalent amount.