HARTFORD, Conn. & SPRINGFIELD, Mass.–(BUSINESS WIRE)–Jefferson Radiology, an affiliate of MEDNAX (NYSE:MD) and Center for Diagnostic Imaging (CDI) today announced the launch of a new collaborative agreement for CDI’s Springfield location, combining physician excellence with industry leading technological capabilities to further cement their reputations as providers of choice in the Springfield market.
Jefferson Radiology and CDI share a strong commitment to improving patient care and outcomes through a sophisticated network of outpatient imaging centers and sub-specialized radiologists. With this new collaborative venture, CDI will leverage Jefferson Radiology’s 60+ sub-specialized radiologists to provide improved patient care to the Springfield, Mass. community. The partnership gives both companies a strong competitive position as leading healthcare providers in the Northeast.
“Collaborating with Jefferson Radiology further elevates the quality, access, service and value we bring to Springfield” said Sarah Flaherty, Vice President of Operations and Business Development of CDI. “Referring physicians and their patients will greatly benefit from this expansion of our sub-specialized read capabilities.”
Jefferson’s radiologists provide a full breadth of sub-specialized radiology services including: body imaging, breast imaging, chest imaging, interventional and vascular radiology, musculoskeletal imaging, onco-radiology, neuro-interventional radiology, neuroradiology and head and neck imaging, nuclear medicine and pediatric imaging.
In addition to reading all of CDI’s advanced imaging cases for their Springfield, Mass. location, a Jefferson Radiology physician will be on staff at the CDI location to facilitate complex exams and procedures.
“This partnership brings together two leading radiology practices with the goal of creating meaningful synergies in the delivery of patient care. Ultimately, this will result in enhanced services, improved access to state-of-art technology, and ultimately better health outcomes for the Springfield community”. said Dr. Ethan Foxman, President and CEO of Jefferson Radiology.
ABOUT CENTER FOR DIAGNOSTIC IMAGING (CDI)
CDI is one of the nation’s leading providers of high-quality diagnostic imaging and interventional radiology services through its network of imaging centers, ambulatory surgery centers, and mobile imaging solutions. The organization, with nearly 2,000 associates nationally, is committed to delivering clinical excellence in communities across the U.S. driven by its affiliated subspecialized radiologists network, compassionate, safe and cost-efficient care, and superior service to referring providers and patients. For more information, visit myCDI.com.
ABOUT JEFFERSON RADIOLOGY
Since 1963 Jefferson Radiology has been providing a full spectrum of diagnostic imaging and interventional services to patients at hospitals and outpatient centers in Connecticut and Massachusetts. As leaders in diagnostic and interventional radiology, our fellowship trained physicians and highly skilled staff are committed to providing exceptional patient care and responsive service. Our clinical resources, supported by a sophisticated business and technological infrastructure allow us to provide the highest quality care. Jefferson Radiology is one of a few radiology practices in Connecticut accredited by The Joint Commission. For further information, visit www.jeffersonradiology.com.
ABOUT MEDNAX
MEDNAX, Inc. is a national health solutions partner comprised of the nation’s leading providers of physician services. Physicians and advanced practitioners practicing as part of MEDNAX are reshaping the delivery of care within their specialties and subspecialties, using evidence-based tools, continuous quality initiatives, consulting services, clinical research, and telemedicine to enhance patient outcomes and provide high-quality cost-effective care. The Company was founded in 1979, and today, through its affiliated professional corporations, MEDNAX provides services through a network of more than 4,325 physicians in all 50 states and Puerto Rico. Additional information is available at www.mednax.com.
Contacts
Caroline Leger
Director, Marketing
Jefferson Radiology, an Affiliate of MEDNAX
T: 860.291.6508
cleger@jeffersonradiology.com
Sarah Flaherty
Vice President of Operations and Business Development
Center for Diagnostic Imaging
T: 617.955.7020
sarah.flaherty@cdirad.com