As a QTbreasthealth Scan Technologist, Laura Suruki performs the QTscan procedure and ensures the patient is comfortable and positioned correctly throughout the exam. Prior to joining QTbreasthealth, Laura was a diagnostic medical sonographer, performing procedures that observed the abdominal, vascular, breast, thyroid, scrotal and some musculoskeletal areas of the body. She received her formal training in diagnostic medical sonography from the Gurnick Academy of Medical Arts in San Mateo, California and has a certification from the American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonography (ARDMS).

Laurie Bren is a pivotal part of the patient experience, as she is often the first face our patients see when they enter our facility. As part of her role as Patient Care Concierge, Laurie also schedules and calls patients to confirm their appointments. For patients who have received breast screening in the past, she works to secure those records in advance so that the patient’s medical history is complete before arrival. Laurie has an extensive background in health care, holding various positions throughout her career that involve scheduling, patient coordination and medical records.

As a Care Specialist at QTbreasthealth, Lauren Morimoto is the first person who speaks to patients calling in to learn about our advanced breast imaging offerings. Her warm disposition and ability to empathize with patients makes her the perfect person for her role. Lauren frequently answers questions about the QTscan and any associated questions about the technology or facilities. In addition, she has a keen attention to detail, which patients often recognize after speaking to her. Lauren holds a bachelor’s degree from the University of California, San Diego.

Serving as a Patient Experience Liaison with QTbreasthealth, Genevieve Ellsworth handles the coordination of appointments and schedules between the patient and provider. In addition, she enhances the patient experience by working with outside providers on the exchange of medical documentation. In her most recent role, Genevieve served as a program assistant for a busy neighborhood health center where she supported the facility’s clerical operations, surveying, reporting, training and patient satisfaction. She holds a bachelor’s degree from Wheaton College in Wheaton, Illinois, and received a certificate from Human Needs and Global Resources (HNGR) for her commitment to coursework and service related to the challenges facing residents of impoverished nations.