Capital Cardiology Associates Expands Cardiac Imaging Capabilities with Installation of GE Omni PET/CT System
Pictured left to right: Amber Rowe, Nuclear/PET Manager, Andy Crimone, CDL Nuclear Technologies, Lead Clinical Accounts Manager, Dr. Lance Sullenberger, CEO, Kyle Brownell, Director of Diagnostic Imaging, Alexis Mailman, Nuclear/PET Manager
ALBANY, NY – Capital Cardiology Associates (CCA) is proud to announce the installation of the GE Omni PET/CT scanner, the most advanced Positron Emission Tomography (PET) technology currently available, now in operation for Cardiac PET/CT scans. This upgrade marks a significant advancement in CCA’s mission to deliver innovative, non-invasive cardiac imaging solutions that lead to faster, more accurate diagnoses.
“At Capital Cardiology Associates, we are committed to staying at the forefront of cardiovascular care,” said Dr. Lance Sullenberger, CEO of Capital Cardiology Associates. “The addition of the state-of-the-art GE Omni PET/CT scanner to our diagnostic capabilities represents a major step forward in our ability to detect coronary artery disease with greater precision and speed. This advanced technology delivers superior image quality while reducing both scan time and radiation exposure for our patients. Over the next six months, we will be upgrading all of our PET/CT scanners to the GE Omni platform, ensuring that patients across our entire network have access to the most advanced non-invasive cardiac imaging available. These enhancements will help us detect heart disease earlier, individualize treatment plans, and continue improving outcomes for the communities we serve.”
This expansion has been made possible through CCA’s ongoing partnership with CDL Nuclear Technologies, which leases and supports the advanced imaging units across several CCA locations. CDL’s collaboration has played a key role in enabling Capital Cardiology to maintain its commitment to delivering cutting-edge diagnostic tools directly to patients throughout the Capital Region.
The GE Omni scanner brings enhanced image sensitivity and exceptional workflow efficiency, offering a better overall experience for patients and more actionable insights for clinicians. Its intelligent design supports precise patient positioning and accommodates a wide range of evolving clinical protocols, giving technologists and physicians the flexibility they need to meet the highest standards of cardiovascular care.
“This investment reflects our continued commitment to innovation and excellence in cardiac imaging,” said Kyle Brownell, Director of Diagnostic Imaging at CCA. “As a Nuclear Medicine Technologist, I’m proud and excited for our team to begin using this new system. It allows us to deliver compassionate care while utilizing state-of-the-art technology to support critical decision-making.”
Since becoming the first provider in the Capital Region to offer Cardiac PET/CT imaging in 2017, Capital Cardiology has led the way in non-invasive diagnostics. Unlike traditional nuclear imaging, Cardiac PET offers superior clarity and accuracy while significantly reducing exam time. It plays a vital role in assessing coronary artery disease and myocardial blood flow, often eliminating the need for more invasive procedures.
The installation of the GE Omni is part of a broader initiative to standardize advanced cardiac imaging across all CCA sites that offer Cardiac PET/CT. This effort ensures consistent quality, diagnostic precision, and continuity of care throughout the network.
With this latest upgrade, Capital Cardiology Associates continues to deliver on its promise: combining innovation, expertise, and patient-centered care to advance cardiovascular health in the communities it serves.
