EmpowerHER

Thursday, October 19, 6-8pm Port Jefferson Village Center Join us for a panel discussion on women’s health issues by Mather Hospital physicians Featuring: Michelle Price, MD – breast health Ramona Rajapakse, MD – digestive health David Shenouda, DO – heart health for women Shayna Sanguinetti, MD – headaches Mohammad Bilal, MD – chronic pelvic pain…

How Interventional Radiology treats kyphoplasty

Vertebral compression fractures occur when the bones in your spine collapse. Osteoporosis is the most common issue, as it results from the loss of bone density mass and strength. Our interventional radiologist can perform a kyphoplasty, a minimally invasive procedure that repairs a fractured vertebrae with the use of a special cement injected directly into…

How Interventional Radiology treats varicose veins

Varicose veins are swollen and enlarged veins that are noticeable just under the surface of the skin. This is caused by a back-up of blood due to weakened or damaged veins. The most common symptoms include visible veins, skin irritation, and heavy legs. Our interventional radiologist can perform an endovenous laser ablation treatment, which uses…

How Interventional Radiology treats liver disease

Interventional radiologists are experienced in treating a wide range of liver conditions including bile duct obstruction, cholecystitis, portal hypertension and liver cancer. When diagnosing and treating liver diseases, our interventional radiologist will use advanced imaging to guide a small tube (catheter) to deliver the proper treatment. This allows for quicker recovery and discharge. Procedures include…