In the time it takes for you to make an appointment with your primary care doc, get your referrals, and then coordinate all the follow-ups, you could have gotten your screenings done already, including a skin cancer screen and a vein screen.
For a limited time, each of these important screens is available FREE at Englewood Hospital and Medical Center during the upcoming dates below.
Why do you need these screens?
Skin cancer is the most common form of cancer in the United States with an estimated 73,000-plus new cases anticipated in 2015. The latest statistics from the American Cancer Society highlight the importance of early detection and diagnosis. Because experts say skin cancer is highly curable when caught early, EHMC’s board-certified dermatologists and physicians will perform a close physical exam to identify any abnormal moles and significant lesions.
If you have visible, abnormal leg veins such as bulging varicose veins or spider veins, a history of leg pain or blood clots, you should consider get a vein screen. Symptoms such aching, throbbing or swelling in the legs, ankles or feet are additional signs that you need a vein screen. The Center for Vein Disease at EHMC was the first in the nation to perform the latest minimally invasive vein procedures including ClariVein, and the first in northern New Jersey to use Varithena to treat unsightly and problem veins, all on an outpatient basis. The screenings will be held at the Center for Vein Disease at EHMC and will include a physical examination by a board-certified physician and a medical history review. If further evaluation is needed, a follow-up appointment for noninvasive testing can be scheduled.
Below are the dates of screenings:
Free Skin Cancer Screening:
Wednesday, May 6, 5 - 8pm
Englewood Hospital and Medical Center
5 Center (Take “C” Elevator to the 5th Floor)
350 Engle Street, Englewood, NJ 07631
Free Vein Screenings:
Wednesday, May 13, 4 - 7pm
Friday, May 15, 9:30am - 12:30pm
Monday, May 29, 1:30pm - 4:30pm
Englewood Hospital and Medical Center
The Center for Vein Disease, 3rd Floor
350 Engle Street, Englewood, NJ 07631
Registration is required. To make an appointment, call (866)-980-3462 or 201-894-3727 or visit www.englewoodhospital.com and click the “Classes and Support Groups” tab.
