A newly opened location, NYU Langone Radiology—Fort Hamilton, offers the most up-to-date imaging methods to diagnose disease, including breast cancer screening aided by artificial intelligence (AI) technology and the bone density tests that identify osteoporosis.

The site, at 8721 Fifth Avenue in Brooklyn, brings the number of NYU Langone dedicated sites offering a unique set of imaging technologies to 17. The new location includes a full-service breast imaging center.

Despite advances in early detection and treatment methods, breast cancer still affects one in nine American women. NYU Langone Health doctors, following the recommendations of the American Cancer Society, advise women to have mammograms—the X-ray test that’s considered the gold standard for breast cancer screening—every year starting at age 40 (earlier if they are at increased risk).

“The new center continues our endeavor to provide Brooklyn patients with the highest-quality breast imaging and breast cancer care available,” says Samantha L. Heller, MD, PhD, the section chief for breast imaging for Manhattan and Brooklyn and section chief, imaging, in the Department of Radiology. “When we identify cancerous growths early, Brooklyn patients will get treatment faster, and ultimately lives will be saved.” The newly added artificial intelligence (AI) technology helps radiologists interpret mammograms more accurately and detect breast cancer earlier.

The location, open weekdays, features the latest technology for procedures, including 3D mammography, dedicated breast ultrasounds, multimodality breast biopsies, and advanced localization techniques—all in a light-filled, carpeted, soothing space.

“It’s very cheerful and well designed,” added Dr. Heller. “Getting a mammogram can produce anxiety for some, so it was important to create a welcoming environment.” The facility features four spacious rooms for the array of examinations and tests available.

NYU Langone Radiology—Fort Hamilton also offers bone density testing to identify osteoporosis, said Soterios Gyftopoulos, MD, MBA, chief of radiology at NYU Langone Hospital—Brooklyn. “Bone density screenings are crucial for the Brooklyn population,” says Dr. Gyftopoulos, who worked alongside Dr. Heller beginning in fall 2023 to set the stage for the new location. “If you get a diagnosis of osteoporosis early, you can avoid some of the potential negative outcomes, such as fractures of your spine or hip. Osteoporosis can be serious for older populations.”

The location’s staff includes board-certified radiologists as well as a team of technologists and nurses, plus front desk administrative support to make visitors feel as comfortable as possible.

With the opening of our brand-new imaging center in Fort Hamilton and an equipment upgrade at our world-class ambulatory imaging center in Bay Ridge, we now offer the full spectrum of women’s imaging to our Brooklyn patients.

To make an appointment for diagnostic mammography using AI tools, breast ultrasound, ultrasound-guided breast biopsies and localizations, mammography-guided breast procedures, and bone density scans, call NYU Langone Radiology—Fort Hamilton at 917-536-9240 or visit our website’s imaging services page.

There are additional radiology locations throughout Manhattan, Long Island, Queens, Brooklyn, and Staten Island. Other upgraded Brooklyn imaging locations include these:

• Screening Mammography at NYU Langone Hospital—Brooklyn, 150 55th Street, first floor (LB–2240). Phone: 347-377-3708
• MRI-Guided Breast Biopsies, NYU Langone Radiology—Ambulatory Care Bay Ridge, 6740 Fourth Avenue. Phone: 929-455-3100

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