On-Site Diagnostic Tests

On-Site Diagnostic Tests & Services in Northern New Jersey

An important aspect of the comprehensive care offered to patients at Bergen Medical Associates is on-site diagnostic tests. Using the latest technologies, providers administer medical tests and procedures as an important tool for routine health screenings and to help determine the existence of disease or illness. Bergen Medical Associates believes it is important for patients to have convenient, on-site access to these important medical services. With six locations in northern New Jersey, patients can schedule appointments close to their work or home.

What Diagnostic Tests Are Available at Bergen Medical Associates?

Diagnostic tests are essential for preventative care. Some screenings are annual, such as PAP smears or certain blood tests, while others might be prescribed more or less frequently but still give important information to help prevent disease. If test results reveal the patient might have a condition, the experienced medical professionals at Bergen Medical Associates provide outpatient and hospital care.

Most of these diagnostic tests can be performed or directed from our office locations:

EKG

An electrocardiogram (EKG) is a test that monitors electrical signals through electrodes placed on the chest. The signals generate heartbeats and the test analyzes heart rhythms. This can help doctors determine defects and disease conditions in the heart.

24-Hour Rhythm Monitoring

This test helps detect heart episodes in patients who are experiencing palpitations or other arrhythmias. Wearing this monitor during usual activities provides important information about the heart’s condition and makes it available for analysis.

Blood Testing

Blood draw services are done for routine lab testing, disease-specific testing, and genetic testing. Our phlebotomists are highly experienced, always prioritizing the comfort of patients.

Breath Testing

The latest protocols call for a hydrogen gas breath test to help determine food intolerances, including lactose and digestive diseases, celiac disease, and irritable bowel syndrome.

Spirometry

This important test measures the volume of air breathed in and out of the lungs. It also measures the speed and ease with which patients can breathe.

Ultrasound

Imaging that uses ultrasound is available at three office locations: Paramus, Montvale, and Emerson. Using sound waves to depict bodily structures such as organs and tissue, ultrasound helps doctors determine whether disease is present without surgery.

Ultrasound-Guided Injections

Bergen Medical Associates helps patients experiencing painful joints or muscle problems with targeted injections using ultrasound technology.

What Endoscopic Procedures Are Available at Bergen Medical Associates?

On-site endoscopic procedures are available at BMA’s Emerson Ambulatory Surgical Center in northern New Jersey. An anesthesiologist is present at all times for these diagnostic tests. These tests usually are ordered by medical doctors in the gastroenterology department and include:

• Colonoscopy examines the large intestine
• Upper endoscopy (EGD) examines the upper gastrointestinal tract
• Bravo pH monitoring for gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD)
• Capsule endoscopy inserts a camera to provide images of the digestive tract
• Hemorrhoid treatments (infrared coagulation and banding)

Comprehensive, Collaborative Medical Care

The medical professionals at Bergen Medical Associates work together across specialties to provide up-to-date healthcare for patients. Practitioners from multiple specialties are gathered under one umbrella at Bergen Medical Associates to deliver comprehensive care. Our team includes more than 50 board-certified physicians, as well as nurse practitioners, nurses, and other highly trained staff. Using diagnostic tests, physical exams, and extensive medical knowledge, these doctors provide care for patients of all ages and demographics.

The range of specialties and services provided at Bergen Medical Associates includes diagnoses and treatments for:

• Allergies
• Hormonal imbalances
• Digestive disorders
• Reproductive health
• Pain management
• Food and ankle disorders
• Arthritis and other diseases of the joints, muscles, and bones
• Urinary tract infections and disorders

Schedule an Appointment at Bergen Medical Associates

Whether patients need a new primary care doctor, want to schedule a diagnostic test, or need follow-up care for an illness or injury, they can make an appointment with the medical professionals at Bergen Medical Associates. We are dedicated to providing healthcare for patients in northern New Jersey and give each patient our full attention to promote their health and well-being. Contact us today.