ARA Health Specialists

ARA Health Specialists ARA Health Specialists is the largest and most advanced radiology practice in the region, providing

About ARA Health Specialists

We help people live better lives through imaging, intervention, and surgery. We deliver value in healthcare through innovation, specialization, collaboration, and coordination. Our Vision is to be your trusted specialists for coordinated and innovative value-based healthcare. Through continual innovation, our goal is to deliver more healthcare value per dollar invested.

When a joint becomes swollen, stiff, or filled with excess fluid, even simple movement can feel uncomfortable. A joint a...
02/23/2026

When a joint becomes swollen, stiff, or filled with excess fluid, even simple movement can feel uncomfortable.

A joint aspiration can help bring clarity and most importantly; relief.

At ARA Health Specialists, our musculoskeletal radiologists use advanced, image‑guided techniques to safely remove fluid from the affected joint.

This approach ensures accuracy, comfort, and a clearer understanding of what’s causing your symptoms.

Joint aspiration can help:
• Reduce swelling and pressure
• Improve mobility
• Ease stiffness and discomfort
• Diagnose conditions like gout, infection, or inflammation
• Guide next‑step treatment decisions

Using ultrasound or fluoroscopy, we precisely target the area that needs attention - giving you answers and relief in one minimally invasive procedure.

If joint swelling is affecting your daily movement, early evaluation can make a meaningful difference.

For more information, please call or visit our website. 📞

828-436-5500
https://arahealthspecialists.com/home/

ARA Health Specialists - Advanced Care, Guided by Expertise.

Wishing you and your family a Happy Valentine’s Day!
02/14/2026

Wishing you and your family a Happy Valentine’s Day!

Today we honor Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., whose courage and conviction reshaped the moral landscape of our nation.His c...
01/19/2026

Today we honor Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., whose courage and conviction reshaped the moral landscape of our nation.

His call for justice, dignity, and collective responsibility continues to challenge us to build communities where everyone is seen, valued, and protected.

01/18/2026

Every knot in this red rope represents a life-threatening blood clot, also called a Venous Thromboembolism (VTE).

After treating more than 1,000 blood clots at their DVT Clinic, ARA Health Specialists are committed to educating Western North Carolina—with the goal of helping save another 1,000 lives.

🔴 VTEs—which includes Deep Vein Thrombosis (DVT) and Pulmonary Embolism (PE)—affect nearly 900,000 Americans every year, or one new case every 35 seconds

🔴 100,000 people die each year from VTE in the U.S.—more than breast cancer, AIDS, or car crashes combined

🔴 60% of VTE cases are linked to a recent hospital stay or surgery—and many are preventable

🔴 1 in 3 people who experience a VTE will develop another clot within 10 years without proper treatment

VTEs cause various symptoms ranging from leg pain, redness and swelling to chest pain and shortness of breath.

At ARA Health Specialists, our specialized DVT Clinic provides expert evaluation, advanced imaging, and coordinated care—because early diagnosis can be lifesaving.

Know the facts.
Learn the signs.
Be the lifeline.

📍 Learn more about The Vein Specialists of ARA Health and our blood clot care:
www.VTELifeline.com

01/02/2026

A new year brings new opportunities to care for our community in western North Carolina.

Thank you for trusting ARA Health Specialists, Carolina Vascular, Neurointerventional Brain & Spine Clinic and The Vein Specialists with your health—we look forward to serving you in the year ahead.

ARA Cares, and we're here to help. So if you or a family member need help navigating care with us at the hospital or one of our clinics, just give our ARA Cares navigator a call at (828) 436-5500. Or reach out to us online at: ARAHealthSpecialists.com/ara-care-coordinator/

Wishing you a happy and healthy New Year! 🎉




Merry Christmas from all of us at ARA Health Specialists! We wish you and your loved ones a joyful holiday season filled...
12/25/2025

Merry Christmas from all of us at ARA Health Specialists! We wish you and your loved ones a joyful holiday season filled with peace, health, and happiness.

Happy Thanksgiving from all of us at ARA Health Specialists! We are grateful for our patients, families, and community, ...
11/27/2025

Happy Thanksgiving from all of us at ARA Health Specialists! We are grateful for our patients, families, and community, and we wish you a holiday filled with health, happiness, and togetherness.

11/18/2025

Maya’s story is one of bravery, hope, and the power of informed care.

Because of her extremely dense breast tissue, Maya’s doctor recommended she receive a Contrast Enhanced Mammogram (CEM) — an advanced mammogram that uses contrast dye to highlight areas of concern.

That decision changed everything.

CEM detected what a traditional screening mammogram might have missed: multiple tumors hidden deep in her dense breast tissue.

Maya shares her journey in this powerful video — not to look back, but to help other women look forward.

Because knowing your breast density, understanding your risk factors, and having open conversations with your provider about CEM could truly save your life.

💗 As we approach the season of thanksgiving and holidays, we are so very thankful to Maya, for sharing her experience, her voice, and her strength.

🎥 Watch the full video. https://youtu.be/9ZebCzn3HqA

11/17/2025

In this final teaser, you’ll see a glimpse of what motivates Maya most — her beautiful family. It's something to be thankful for as we approach Thanksgiving and the holidays.

Somthing else to be thankful for - Maya's advice! Many women facing breast cancer wish they could “go back in time.” But you don’t have to.

You can take action today:
• Find out your breast density
• Understand how it affects your screening needs
• Ask your provider whether Contrast Enhanced Mammography (CEM) is a better option for you

CEM uses contrast dye to highlight areas traditional mammograms may miss — giving women, especially those with dense breasts, a clearer picture.

Maya’s journey is powerful, emotional, and a reminder that early detection saves lives.

🎥 Her full video releases TOMORROW! Stay tuned — you won’t want to miss her story.
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11/06/2025

🎉 Celebrating National Radiologic Technologist Week!
November 2–8

This week, our radiologists proudly join in recognizing our amazing radiologic technologists — the skilled professionals who bring the Kaleidoscope of Radiologic Technology to life every day.

Like the shifting colors of a kaleidoscope, your work reveals the intricate details that help us see, understand, and heal. From X-rays to CT, MRI, ultrasound, and beyond — your precision, care, and collaboration illuminate every part of the patient journey.

To all our incredible technologists: thank you for your expertise, dedication, and compassion. You truly make a world of difference in imaging and in patient care. 💙

11/06/2025

🩷 Breast health is a 365-day commitment. You may know your bra cup size, but do you know your breast density?

Meet Maya — a survivor whose life was saved thanks to Contrast Enhanced Mammography (CEM). Maya's breast density was significant, hiding her cancer.

Only a mammogram can determine your breast density, and women with density of C or D can benefit from a CEM. CEM is an advanced imaging technique that uses a safe contrast dye to highlight areas of concern, improving visibility for detecting abnormalities compared to traditional mammography. It’s especially helpful for:
- Women with dense breast tissue
- Those at higher risk due to family history or genetics
- Patients with inconclusive mammogram results
- Anyone experiencing new breast symptoms like lumps or unexplained pain

🎥 Stay tuned for the release of our upcoming video sharing Maya’s full journey and how advanced imaging made all the difference.

Maya’s story is a powerful reminder that early detection saves lives — and knowing your breast density and asking questions matters every month, not just in October! Learn more at https://arahealthspecialists.com/contrast-enhanced-mammogram/

“She showed me my tumors on regular mammo, CEM, and MRI. That’s when I realized they are not all the same. You could not...
10/29/2025

“She showed me my tumors on regular mammo, CEM, and MRI. That’s when I realized they are not all the same. You could not see on regular mammo what you could see on CEM—even when you knew where to look.” — Maya

Dense breasts deserve a better view. 💗

Learn how Contrast-Enhanced Mammography (CEM) helps radiologists detect more.

Read Dr. Jocelyn Medina’s full blog:
https://arahealthspecialists.com/wellness-blog-details/?news_id=406

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ARA Health Business Office/513 McDowell Street
Asheville, NC
28803

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Tuesday 8am - 5pm
Wednesday 8am - 5pm
Thursday 8am - 5pm
Friday 8am - 5pm

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