Roxborough Memorial Hospital Achieves Prestigious ACR Accreditation in Mammography

Roxborough Memorial Hospital Achieves Prestigious ACR Accreditation in Mammography

Commitment to Excellence in Patient Care and Diagnostic Imaging Recognized by National Experts

Philadelphia, PA (July 24, 2026) - Roxborough Memorial Hospital has proudly received a three-year accreditation in mammography from the American College of Radiology (ACR), a testament to the hospital's unwavering commitment to excellence in image quality, patient safety, and diagnostic care.

This prestigious accreditation follows a thorough evaluation by ACR experts in radiology, who scrutinize several critical areas, including image quality, staff qualifications, equipment integrity, and quality control procedures. Such a rigorous process guarantees that accredited facilities adhere to nationally recognized benchmarks for outstanding breast imaging.

Mammography, also referred to as a mammogram, is vital for the early detection and diagnosis of breast disease. Utilizing a low-dose X-ray system, mammography can identify changes in breast tissue often before symptoms manifest, making it one of the most effective tools for early breast cancer detection. With approximately one in eight women facing a breast cancer diagnosis in their lifetime, regular screening is essential for improving outcomes and broadening treatment options.

"This recognition from the ACR reflects the dedication of our team to delivering safe, accurate, and compassionate care," stated Shawn Parekh, CEO of Roxborough Memorial Hospital. "Patients in our community can feel confident knowing they have access to high-quality mammography services close to home, which is crucial for early detection and peace of mind."

Leslie Finnegan, Director of Radiology at Roxborough Memorial Hospital, emphasized, "Achieving this accreditation underscores our commitment to providing exceptional patient care and upholding the highest standards in imaging technology. We are proud to offer services that prioritize the health and well-being of our patients, ensuring they receive the best possible care in their journey towards prevention and treatment."

The ACR gold seal of accreditation symbolizes the pinnacle of quality and safety in medical imaging. Facilities that attain this distinction undergo an exhaustive peer-review evaluation by board-certified physicians and medical physicists. This review examines image quality, personnel qualifications, equipment performance, and quality assurance programs, with findings utilized to foster continuous improvement.

This achievement reinforces Roxborough Memorial Hospital's dedication to enhancing healthcare in the Philadelphia area, ensuring that patients have access to reliable, high-quality screening services.

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Roxborough Memorial Hospital: Roxborough Memorial Hospital is a 146-bed community hospital. The hospital has been serving the medical and health care needs of the Roxborough, Manayunk, East Falls and northwest section of Philadelphia communities for more than a century, having first opened its doors in 1890. Roxborough Memorial Hospitals School of Nursing has been educating nurses since 1898. The hospital is accredited by the Joint Commission on the Accreditation of Healthcare Organizations, the nation's oldest and largest hospital accreditation agency. As a member of Prime Healthcare Services, headquartered in Ontario, California, Roxborough Memorial Hospital is focused on becoming one of the leaders in technology. For more information, please visit www.roxboroughmemorial.com.

About Prime Healthcare and the Prime Healthcare Foundation: Prime Healthcare is an award-winning health system operating 55 hospitals and more than 360 outpatient locations in 15 states, providing over 3.0 million patient visits annually. It is one of the nation's leading health systems, with nearly 60,000 employees and physicians. Twenty-one of the Prime Healthcare hospitals are members of the Prime Healthcare Foundation, a 501(c)(3) not-for-profit public charity. Based in Ontario, California, Prime Healthcare is nationally recognized for award-winning quality care and has been named a 10 Top and 15 Top Health System by Truven Health Analytics. Its hospitals have been named among the nation's "100 Top Hospitals" 69 times and have received more Patient Safety Excellence Awards from Healthgrades than any other health system in the past eight years. To learn more about Prime Healthcare, visit: www.primehealthcare.com. To learn more about Prime Healthcare Foundation, visit: www.primehealthcarefoundation.org or visithttps://www.primehealthcare.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/Prime-Healthcare_FACTS_04-14-2026.pdf

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