Mammography Radiological Services
David L. Conover, MS, LMP is highly experienced in all aspects of Mammography Radiological equipment inspection, review, and accreditation.
You can rely on his expertise to bring your equipment and processes to the latest radiological and safety standards.
He obtained FDA/MQSA initial approval and holds medical physicist/mammography licensure in multiple states to perform MQSA-qualified medical physicist surveys of mammography facilities with (2D) Mammography and Digital Breast Tomosynthesis (3D) modalities.
He is current with the Continuing Education and Continuing Experience MQSA requirements.
Credentials Detail:
- Initial MQSA medical physicist approval from FDA
- Licenses to perform MQSA MP work in: NY, IL, MA, and MD.
- Registered in ME, MI, NJ, RI, TN
- WI, PA - facility provides documentation to perform services
Types of Mammography Services
- Quality Control (QC) Testing – Annual Surveys, Mammography Equipment Evaluation (Acceptance)
- American College of Radiology (ACR) Accreditation Assistance
- MQSA Technologist QC Quarterly Review
- Mammography Shielding Evaluation and Design
Our Services
Quality Control Surveys
- Annual Surveys
- Mammography Equipment Evaluation (Acceptance testing after a new installation or major components of a mammography unit are changed or repaired.)
- A schedule for this testing will be prepared and results reviewed with staff as required.
MQSA Technologist Quarterly Review
- Oversee the equipment-related quality assurance practices of the facility.
- MQSA Technologist QC Quarterly Review (daily, weekly, quarterly, and semiannual quality control tests).
Accreditation Assistance
Provide assistance with submitting medical physicist testing reports to the accreditation body.
Aid with medical physicist survey questions during annual FDA/ACR inspections.
Mammography Shielding
- Evaluation and Design
Evaluate the shielding requirements for mammography rooms based on the energy of X-rays, magnitude of intended workload, and distance to adjacent areas with a given occupancy factor. - If the calculations indicate that standard construction is not sufficient to protect the technologist or public, a detailed shielding design would be generated.
Consulting
- Answer technologist’s or doctor’s questions regarding MQSA Medical Physicist-related activities.
Helpful Link
Click the link below to find out more about New York Codes, Rules, and Regulations concerning Ionizing Radiation.
MQSA Preparation Checklist
| MQSA Preparation Checklist | |
|---|---|
| Have QC & Operator’s manuals available for imaging components | |
| Current Version of Technologist Quality Control Binder | |
| Assemble records of complaints or issues | |
| Recent Physicist Report & Service Records/Previous Physicist Report | |
| Record of all units & monitor on-site and off-site locations | |
| Service records including release notes for software upgrades | |
| Personnel assignments by name for QC Tech/Medical Physicist/Lead |
MQSA Preparation Checklist
The following Checklist may help you prepare for your inspection:
- Have QC & Operator’s manuals available for imaging components.
- Current Version of Technologist Quality Control Binder
- Assemble records of complaints or issues
- Recent Physicist Report & Service Records/Previous Physicist Report
- Record all units & monitor on-site and off-site locations
- Service records including release notes for software upgrades
- Personnel assignments by name for QC Tech/Medical Physicist/Lead
How to Schedule an Appointment
We will work with you to find a time/date that works best for you.
No patients can be in the room when that X-ray unit is being inspected. We will work with you to minimize the impact on your workflow.
Call us at 585-787-0733 or contact us by clicking the link below to arrange for an inspection.
Accreditations & Certifications
