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Dr. Eralda Mema, MD

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Specializes in: Diagnostic Radiology

Stony Brook University Medical Center, School of Medicine (2013)

Professional interests include: breast biopsy, breast cancer, ultrasound-guided core breast biopsy, and more.

525 East 68th Street
New York, NY 10065

(212) 746-5454

Dr. Eralda Mema, MD is a diagnostic radiologist in New York, NY specializing in diagnostic radiology. She graduated from Stony Brook University Medical Center, School of Medicine in 2013 and has 11 years of experience. Dr. Eralda Mema, MD is affiliated with NewYork-Presbyterian, WEILL MEDICAL COLLEGE OF CORNELL and WEILL CORNELL IMAGING AT NEW YORK PRESBYTERIAN.

Office Locations

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525 East 68th Street
New York, NY 10065

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Address:

5645 Main Street
Flushing, NY 11355

Some issues Dr. Eralda Mema, MD can help you with:

Breast Biopsy

Breast biopsy is a procedure where a small sample of tissue is collected from the breast for testing. A physician may prescribe a breast biopsy for a variety of reasons, but they are most frequently prescribed for a lump found in the breast. Biopsy samples extracted are examined by pathologists in a laboratory setting and are tested to determine if they are cancerous or benign, or indicative of some other condition. Depending on the lab results, physicians may prescribe additional treatment. Other circumstances which may prompt a breast biopsy include:

Mammograms that detect other unusual features in the chest, such as a cyst or calcium deposit
Breast scans or ultrasounds that display abnormalities
Nipple changes, such as scaling, crusting, or bloody discharge

Breast biopsies are collected through several different procedures and the specific type of biopsy that a patient receives depends on the size, location, and features of a breast lump or irregularity. The three main methods of collecting a breast biopsy include:

Fine needle aspiration (FNA biopsy), where a thin needle is directed into a breast lump or abnormality, extracting a small sample of tissue or liquid
Core needle biopsy (CNB biopsy), where a hollow needle is directed into a breast lump or abnormality, extracting cylinders of tissue called "cores"
Open (surgical) biopsy, where a breast lump is removed through an incision in the breast

Fine needle aspiration (FNA) and core needle biopsy (CNB) are sometimes image-guided, where a mammogram, ultrasound, or MRI helps direct the physician performing the needle extraction.

Fine needle aspiration, the most common biopsy method, generally requires few patient preparations. It is recommended patients avoid using lotion, deodorant, and perfume prior to their biopsy procedure. FNA biopsy is performed with local anesthesia (topical numbing cream) and typically has a quick recovery, but patients may experience soreness for a few days. Core needle biopsy extracts slightly more tissue than an FNA biopsy.

Open (surgical) biopsy is more invasive and requires general anesthesia, where patients are put to sleep during the procedure. Patients must fast prior to the surgery. After the biopsy is performed, patients are monitored in a recovery room for a time before being discharged, when they will need someone else to provide transportation.

Although some may consider breast biopsy to be a simple procedure, it can catch critical issues - particularly breast cancer - that impact wellness. If a breast biopsy reveals an underlying condition like life-threatening cancer, patients can receive the diagnosis and medical treatment that is necessary for their long-term health.

breast procedures	325
diagnostic imaging	58
preventive care	160
ultrasound (sonogram)	110
women's imaging	328
X-rays	218

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	176
Black	23
Hispanic	16
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	132
From 75 to 84	64
85 and over	15
Less than 65	22

Hypertension	50
High Cholesterol	62
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	24
Depression	24
Chronic Kidney Disease	15
Asthma	9
Osteoperosis	21
Atrial Fibrilation	0
Heart Failure	8
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	7
Diabetes	25
Dementia	0
Cancer	27

breast procedures	559
diagnostic imaging	102
image guided procedures	9
minimally invasive procedures	9
preventive care	248
ultrasound (sonogram)	200
women's imaging	550
X-rays	350

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	297
Black	37
Hispanic	31
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	223
From 75 to 84	136
85 and over	19
Less than 65	24

Hypertension	43
High Cholesterol	51
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	21
Depression	18
Chronic Kidney Disease	12
Asthma	4
Osteoperosis	20
Atrial Fibrilation	3
Heart Failure	8
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	5
Diabetes	20
Dementia	0
Cancer	37

breast procedures	1803
diagnostic imaging	233
diagnostic procedures	27
image guided procedures	26
minimally invasive procedures	26
minor procedures	27
preventive care	713
ultrasound (sonogram)	831
women's imaging	1777
X-rays	946

Average Medicare Procedure Volume From 2019 - 2021

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Eralda Mema, MD for Medicare patients.

The highest averages for the top procedures that Dr. Eralda Mema, MD treated as a diagnostic radiologist in New York, NY were breast procedures, women's imaging, X-rays and ultrasound (sonogram).

breast procedures	897
diagnostic imaging	131
diagnostic procedures	27
image guided procedures	19
minimally invasive procedures	19
minor procedures	27
preventive care	373
ultrasound (sonogram)	380
women's imaging	885
X-rays	504

Average Medicare Patient Data From 2019 - 2021

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Eralda Mema, MD.

**Ethnicity**
Black / African American	6
Asian / Pacific Islander	0
Non-Hispanic White	47
Native American / Alaskan Native	0
Hispanic	4
Other	0

**Age**
75 to 84	20
85 and over	3
Less than 65	4
65 to 74	35

Average of Total of Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Eralda Mema, MD From 2019 - 2021

The highest averages of the most common conditions of Medicare patients that Dr. Eralda Mema, MD treated were high cholesterol, hypertension, cancer and diabetes.

Hypertension	9
High Cholesterol	11
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	4
Depression	4
Chronic Kidney Disease	2
Asthma	1
Osteoporosis	4
Heart Failure	1
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	1
Diabetes	4
Atrial Fibrillation	0
Cancer	6
Dementia	0

Education & Training

Dr. Eralda Mema, MD graduated from Stony Brook University Medical Center, School of Medicine in 2013. She is certified by the Radiology and has a state license in New York.

Medical School: Stony Brook University Medical Center, School of Medicine (2013)

Board Certification: Radiology

Licensed In: New York

Affiliations & Hospitals

Dr. Eralda Mema, MD is associated with these hospitals and organizations:

NewYork-Presbyterian

WEILL MEDICAL COLLEGE OF CORNELL

WEILL CORNELL IMAGING AT NEW YORK PRESBYTERIAN

Insurance Information

Please note: Insurance information may change at any time, and the provider may accept your insurance plan even if it is not listed below. Please contact the provider's office to confirm that your insurance is accepted.

Dr. Eralda Mema, MD appears to accept the following insurance providers: Aetna, Group Health Incorporated (GHI), Health Insurance Plan of New York (HIP), United Healthcare, Oxford Health Plans, Empire BlueCross BlueShield and VNSNY CHOICE.

Insurance Accepted by Provider includes:

According to our sources, Dr. Eralda Mema, MD accepts the following insurance providers:

Aetna

Group Health Incorporated (GHI)

Health Insurance Plan of New York (HIP)

United Healthcare

Oxford Health Plans

Empire BlueCross BlueShield

VNSNY CHOICE

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Biography

Dr. Eralda Mema specializes in diagnostic radiology and practices in Flushing, NY, New York, NY, and City of New York, NY. She is professionally affiliated with NewYork-Presbyterian. She graduated from Stony Brook University Medical Center, School of Medicine.