Breast Scans
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A Non-Invasive procedure with NO Radiation and NO Pain!
This is such a great diagnostic tool for Men & Women.
Lori A Cestaro, A.C.C.T. C.C.T.
Digital Infrared Thermal Imaging - D.I.T.I
Digital Infrared Thermal Imaging - D.I.T.I
No Radiation No Contact No Pain!
We can SEE your pain!
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Dr. Carla Garcia, DOM
Dr. Carla Garcia, DOM
Thermography Interview with Dr. Carla Garcia, DOM
Advanced Thermography of South Florida, Inc.
Advanced Thermography of South Florida, Inc.
- Advanced Thermography of South Florida Inc., established in 2008 has been providing services throughout the Southeast Florida Region, partnering with our Integrative Medicine Practitioners with the ability to travel offering our services worldwide..
- Our Technicians are Certified Clinical Thermographers through A.C.C.T. (American College of Clinical Thermology) Our Meditherm cameras are the highest standard medical cameras in the industry, accurate within 1 /10th of a degree,, registered by the FDA, and proudly made here in the United States.
- The comprehensive interpretations are provided by Full Board Certified Physicians with certifications in Thermology and/or Radiology through EMI. Your results, a complete interpretation with all color images, are given to you within 1-4 days of the procedure. No prescription or referral is needed.
If you get a chance please watch this You tube video about Thermography, from
Doctor Dorothy Merritt, M.D. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8Oz8WAnMKW8
POINTS OF INTEREST
Did you know that Breast Cancer affects both Men & Women?
1 in 8 Women develop Breast Cancer?
Breast Cancer is the number 2 killer of women ?
Mammograms cannot detect tumors for 7-9 years &
Dense Breasts can miss over 57% of tumors?
There may not be ANY signs or symptoms?
Digital Infra Red Thermal Imaging (D.I.T.I.)
No Contact - No Radiation - No Pain
Digital Infra Red Thermal Imaging (D.I.T.I.)
No Contact - No Radiation - No Pain
What is thermal imaging?
Digital Infrared thermal imaging, or DITI, is a totally non-invasive, painless procedure with no radiation and no contact with the body. DITI is a clinical imaging technique that records the thermal patterns of your body. Your thermal images are used by your healthcare practitioner to help diagnose and monitor pain or pathology in any part of your body.
What is thermal imaging used for?
-To help in determining the cause of pain.
-To aid in the early detection of disease and pathology
-To evaluate sensory-nerve irritation or significant soft-tissue injury
-To define a previously diagnosed injury or condition
-To identify an abnormal area for further diagnostic testing
-To follow progress of healing and rehabilitation.
Is thermal imaging FDA registered?
Yes. D.I.T.I. was FDA registered in 1982.
Is thermal imaging covered by insurance?
Most Insurance Companies do NOT cover Thermography however; IF yours does, you can get reimbursed by providing them an invoice receipt after your scan has been completed. The United Breast Cancer Foundation does fund Thermography screenings and will pay up to $150.00 (reimbursement). This is a national campaign that does not turn anyone away. Funding is replenished 1-3 x per year. Please go to their website. You must apply online. www.ubcf.org If funding is available, there will be an short application on the website to apply online.
What parts of the body can be scanned?
Thermal images are taken of the whole body, or individual regions including breast, head, arm, leg, torso, etc. A lumbar assessment would typically include, low back, pelvis, and legs. A cervical assessment would typically include, head and neck, upper trunk, and arms.
What happens when I have a thermal scan taken?
A thermal scan takes approximately 15 — 45 minutes depending on which part of the body is being scanned. You will remove all jewelry and clothes from the part of the body being scanned (for full body scans you leave underwear on), and will be asked to wear a surgical gown. For a breast scan, you will be ask to disrobe from the waist up. While your skin is equalizing with the room temperature, you will be asked to fill-out appropriate paperwork.
What do I have to do to prepare for a thermal scan?
(Rule of thumb is to have you in a relaxed state and temperature controlled.)
-Do not have physical therapy, massage, or electromyography, acupuncture on the same day thermography is performed 24 hours must pass.
-Do not participate in vigorous exercise 4-5 hours prior to the test.
-Do not smoke for 2 hours before the test
-Do not use lotions, deodorants, powder, perfume on day of test.
-No shaving to the areas being imaged.
-Stay out of strong sunlight on the day of test
-There are no dietary or medication restrictions on the day of your scan but no excessive hot or cold drinks prior to the test. No anti-inflammatory meds.
-No caffeine (coffee, tea, soda) 4-5 hrs before the imaging.
-Wear loose fitting clothes if possible. Hair pinned above neck.
- Do not come for a scan if you have a sunburn on your chest or the area of interest. (You would need to wait until all the sunburned area has peeled off. )
-Wait 3 months post-surgery to areas being imaged.
Who should interpret my scans and write the report?
All thermography interpretations should be reported by adequately trained and experienced Medical Doctors who hold board certification as Thermologists/Radiologists. Our service is through EMI, our interpretation company operating worldwide and read .by full board certified Doctors in good standing.
What certification should a thermographer have to perform this exam?
Thermographers should hold certification from a professional body with approved code of ethics and practice protocols that include quality control guidelines. We are certified through A.C..C.T. (Accredited College of Clinical Thermology)
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Scan Types: Men & Women
Scan Types: Men & Women
Breast Scan
Breast Scan
30 minute appointment
12 images 6-full color
& 6 greyscale images
Front/Side/Oblique/Back Shoulder Regions
$175.00
Upper Body Scan
Upper Body Scan
45 minutes - 30 images
Head/Neck/Breast/Arms/
Hands/Abdomen/Back
Women's Health Check includes extensive medical questionnaire (Hormones, Thyroid, Reproductive)
$400.00
Full Body Scan
Full Body Scan
60 minutes 35-40 images
Images: Hips, Pelvic, Legs, Knees, Feet
$475.00
Region of Interest Scans
Region of Interest Scans
OPTIONS:
Includes 6-8 images as a standalone scan. $ 175.00
Add a R.O.I. (Region of Interest) to Breast Scan 85.00
- Melanoma Skin Test - 6 images/regions 175.00
- Add Melanoma to Breast Scan (ROI) 85.00
Its important to repeat a Breast Scan in three months in order to establish a baseline. We need to know if there are any tissue or temp changes which indicate developing pathology. These two scans are used to compare on an annual basis.
Cancer cells can be aggressive and double in size every ninety days. Note a mammogram cannot detect a tumor until it is 7-9 years old.
Full Body & R.O.I. Scans
Full Body & R.O.I. Scans
Fee Schedule
Fee Schedule
Although we are not able to bill your insurance company, you MAY be able to get reimbursed by them after the procedure. Please check with your provider first. You can get a detailed invoice when you receive your Thermography Report to submit to your insurance company. Payment is due at the time of your appointment. We accept; Cash, Checks, Visa, Mastercard, AX, Discover..
Do you need financial assistance? YES! Free Square offers installments so you don't have to wait for your scan.
You can apply here: https://squareinstallments.com/apply/atos
Breast Cancer Survivors may be eligible for a local grant. Please contact us for assistance <3
The United Breast Cancer Foundation which is a nationwide program also offers Grants. Apply online: www.ubcf.org
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Dade County
24/7
24/7
Advanced Thermography of S FL Inc
Lori A Cestaro, CCT
11950 N Bayshore Dr #12
N Miami, Fl 33181
Mo/Tu/We
Assure A Smile
9220 SW 72nd St Suite 205
Miami, (Kendall) FL 33173
Mon-Fri
Dr. Lewis Arrandt Wellness Center*
10651 N. Kendall Dr Suite 222
Miami, (Kendall) FL 33176
Mon-Fri
Acupuncture Center for Wellness
7550 S. Red Rd (57th Ave) Suite 116
South Miami, FL 33162
Mon-Fri
Frontier Spine & Health Care*
10661 SW 88th St Suite 116
Miami, (Kendall) FL 33176
Weekdays & Sat
Miami Acupuncture Therapy*
6405 NW 36th Suite 113
Virginia Gardens, FL 33166
NEW! Mon-Sat
Doral Wellness Care*
https://www.doralwellnesscare.com/
3625 NW 82nd Ave Suite 320
Doral, Florida, 33166
Sundays 1x month
Miami Birthworks Collective
12100 NE 16th #109
N Miami, FL 33161
Broward County
3rd Sat - 8 a-12 pm & 4 pm-8 pm
Pembroke Holistic Center
1806 N. Flamingo Road Suite 105,
Pembroke Pines, FL 33028
Mon-Fri
Aspire Health - Dr. Tami Singh, MD
4161 NW 5th St #101
Plantation, FL 33317
Sat/Sun
Optimum Wellness/Darrow Chiropractic
7442 Wiles Road
Coral Springs, FL 33067
Mon, Tue Wed- SUNDAY
Emerge - Nancy Trusz, A.P.
1400 East Oakland Park Blvd. #105
Oakland Park, FL 33334
Weekends ONLY
Full Moon Acupuncture
10400 Griffin Rd Suite 106
Cooper City, FL 33328
3rd Sat - 8 a-12 pm & 4 pm-8 pm
Pembroke Holistic Center
1806 N. Flamingo Road Suite 105,
Pembroke Pines, FL 33028
Mon-Fri
Aspire Health - Dr. Tami Singh, MD
4161 NW 5th St #101
Plantation, FL 33317
Sat/Sun
Optimum Wellness/Darrow Chiropractic
7442 Wiles Road
Coral Springs, FL 33067
Mon, Tue Wed- SUNDAY
Emerge - Nancy Trusz, A.P.
1400 East Oakland Park Blvd. #105
Oakland Park, FL 33334
Weekends ONLY
Full Moon Acupuncture
10400 Griffin Rd Suite 106
Cooper City, FL 33328
Other Regions:
Monroe, Volusia, Brevard & St Lucie Counties.
Palm Beach County
PALM BEACH COUNTY
Every 3 months)
April 13th
Integrated Acupuncture
220 Congress Park Dr. Suite 230
Delray Beach, FL 33328
Weekdays M-F
Orion Integrated Syst.
2253 Vista Parkway, Suite 11
West Palm Beach, FL 33411
Mon/Wed
Evolution Rejuvenation
3200 N Federal Highway # 124
Boca Raton, FL 33431
LOCATIONS
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American College of Thermology A.C.C.T.
American College of Thermology A.C.C.T.
Mission
The ACCT, Inc is the preeminent thermography association created to establish and maintain accredited standards of practice. The mission of the ACCT is to support its members and medical thermologists by providing continuing education that helps them meet the high demands in this fast-growing industry while maintaining strict standards of practice. All efforts made in this capacity is to improve the understanding and the appropriate uses for thermal imaging in a clinical and medical setting and to best serve the members who utilize this technology.
History
Since inception in 2002, the American College of Clinical Thermology recognized the value of its members as an asset in the healthcare profession. Likewise, it was also recognized that the collaborative sharing of clinical experiences combined with the establishment of high industry standards-of-excellence would contribute to the long-term success and growth of the ACCT.
Monthly training courses and annual conferences began at Duke University in 2004 and continued at that location until 2008. ACCT headquarters was relocated to Fort Myers, Florida in 2008 and bi-annual conferences have been held in various states across the United States since 2009.
Continued growth of the ACCT has risen exponentially specifically in the United States as well as globally since restructuring of the college in 2018. In 2019, the number of ACCT clinics in the United States was estimated to approach nearly 700 clinics. Globally, there are over 150 international members encompassing twenty-seven countries worldwide.
Public demand for thermal imaging has challenged thermographers to expand current practices and uses for thermal imaging to include:
Full-body thermography, especially in the use of functional medicine
Podiatric clinical uses, especially in vascular perfusion defects
Veterinary practices, specifically, equine medicine
Cardiac and vascular surgery
Medico-legal and personal injury litigation
Public screening during pandemic outbreaks
The ACCT works collaboratively in research and development with several universities and researchers in the design of new technology and applications that continue into the future.
Which Procedure should I get first?
Which Procedure should I get first?
D.I.T.I. - Digital InfraRed Thermal Imaging
Following the Flow Chart is easy.
- Begin with your Initial Thermogram.
- If results are negative, repeat Thermogram in 3 months. The baseline is used to compare on an ANNUAL Basis.
- If results with 1st Thermogram is positive, get another procedure before returning for a Thermogram in 3 months.
Always follow recommendations to another test. There is no standalone test that is is 100% although Thermograms are 89% accurate. Each procedure may detect something different. Thermography is an adjunct procedure for identifying developing pathology early on.
Your interpretations are not meant to be a self diagnosis, but written by Doctors for Doctors. Please discuss with your Doctor the best course of action. Be preventative, get scanned early! Remember there may not be any signs or symptoms
If you have any questions regarding your report please contact your technician. They are here to assist you.
"Finding it Matters – A significant number of women present with palpable breast cancer even with a normal mammogram within 1 year"
"Finding it Matters – A significant number of women present with palpable breast cancer even with a normal mammogram within 1 year"
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