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Radiology
Radiology uses various diagnostic-imaging technologies to examine the skeletal system and other internal structures. In addition to conventional radiography (X-ray) imaging, special areas of the department include:

Nuclear Medicine - A nuclear medicine image or scan involves the intravenous injection of a small amount of radioactive tracer. After a variable waiting time, images are taken from several angles with a scintillation camera. Since the radioactive drugs are very low concentration, reactions are nonexistent and the radiation dose is approximately equal to that of a chest x-ray.

CT (CAT) Scan - A CT scan is a painless method of taking a series of special pictures of your body. You will be asked to lie on a special table and the radiographer will position you for the examination. You may have to receive an intravenous contrast solution during the examination.

Ultrasound - A sonogram uses sound waves to examine various parts of the body. A microphone-like instrument (transducer) is scanned over the skin (on which a gel has been placed.) The gel improves the contact of the transducer to the area being examined. The procedure is painless.

Fluoroscopy - "Fluoro" is "real time" radiographic imaging of the internal organs, especially the gastrointestinal tract (stomach - colon). A physician (radiologist) and a technologist will use fluoroscopy to image your body.

Mammography - Mammography is the examination of breast tissue. A registered technologist dedicated exclusively to breast imaging will perform a mammogram. The technologist will review your films for image quality, which includes proper positioning, adequate compression, and visualization of all of your breast tissue.

MRI - The MRI exam represents a new way of looking at disease processes without the use of radiation. Instead, magnetic resonance is used to provide images, which provide excellent anatomical detail and reflect changes in tissue chemistry. During the exam, you will lie on a table in a strong magnetic field while a computer collects the information used to create images.

All of the imaging modalities listed above are interpreted by a physician (radiologist) specially trained and credentialed in radiology.

Call us at 330-386-2026 with questions about diagnostic imaging.

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