May 21, 2004

MGH Radiology helps women take charge of their health

MGH Radiology hosted its first "Taking Charge" Women's Health Program at Boston's Copley Marriott May 8. More than 150 attendees turned out to hear MGH physicians discuss cutting-edge therapies and medical imaging techniques that can affect the health of women of all ages.

Presentation topics included osteoporosis and dermatology, with specific emphasis on image-guided, minimally-invasive treatments for peripheral vascular disease (PVD), uterine fibroids and compression fractures of the spine.

Right, MGH vascular radiologist, Stephan Wicky, MD.

"Women of all ages are increasingly taking control of their own health care," explained Joshua Hirsch, MD, director of MGH Interventional Radiology and Endovascular Neurosurgery. "This program brings leading physicians directly to the patients so that they can better understand the options available and make the most informed choices."