Imaging is the visualization of the body, tissues and organs for use in clinical diagnosis, treatment and disease monitoring executed by a diverse group of professional healthcare providers. Our physicians, technologists, nurses, and administrative staff work closely together to ensure the appropriate imaging exams, procedures are performed safety, and comfortably for the patients and families we serve.
Imaging is a powerful tool in the task of choosing the right treatment for the right patient at the right time. Patient experience, flow and safety top of mind evidenced by our philosophy of design paralleling the hospital vision of the Portals of Care. Each portal houses a modality planned with independent patient and family waiting and gowned areas specifically delineated for inpatients and outpatients. Further supported by a comprehensive preparation and recovery area providing the resources for the Medical Imaging Team to take better care of patients and their families.
The Medical Imaging program provides a comprehensive and broadening range of services for our patients and families.
Doctors
Dr. Russell Blumer
Dr. Isadore Czosniak
Dr. Tayo Denton
Dr. Abdurrahman Eddeb
Dr. Remon Elyas
Dr. Michael Gildiner
Dr. David Jacobs
Dr. Lisa Jong
Dr Sean Kennedy
Dr. Soe Lwin Kyone
Dr. Johnathan Mandel
Dr. Anthony Mascia
Dr. Stephen Nash
Dr. Jane Perng
Dr. Ronald Polson
Dr. Robert Sangster
Dr. Giuseppe Tarulli
Dr. Allan Yee
Dr. Stephanie L. Young
Dr. Edwin Zhang
Nuclear Medicine
Nuclear Medicine is the use of radioactive tracers or isotopes via injection, inhalation or ingestion to visualize specific body organs or as a therapy procedure for specific diseased-targeted organs. The body absorbs the radioactivity in turn absorbed by the camera converting the information into a digital format.
Common clinical applications include bone, lung, thyroid and renal scans, and myocardial perfusion studies.
MRI scan is the use of strong magnetic fields and radio waves in combination with digital reconstruction to produce two or three-dimensional imagery. Contrast agents are utilized in this modality to assist in tissue differentiation and pathology identification.
Common clinical applications include brain and spinal studies, chest, abdominal and neck exams and extremity scans for joint, muscle and bone disorders.
CT scan is the use of x-rays to produce images with the aid of digital reconstruction enabling the production of two or three-dimensional images. Intravenous and oral contrast agents may be utilized to help distinguish structures of similar tissue composition and highlight potential abnormalities through the body’s perfusion processes.
Common clinical applications include chest, abdomen and pelvic scans, cardiac exams, colonography and angiographic studies. This modality has three high-speed 256-detector CT scanners with two in the Medical Imaging department and a dedicated scanner in the Emergency Department. In addition, this modality has a fourth CT scanner in the Interventional Radiology department for CT guided procedures.
Radiography is the use of x-rays to acquire two-dimensional images of the body. Common clinical applications include chest x-rays for lung pathology, skeletal studies for fractures or dislocations and abdomen exams to assess for obstruction, free air or fluid.
Fluoroscopy is the use of x-rays allowing real-time visualization of body structures. Common clinical applications include joint arthrograms, swallowing studies, cystoscopy procedures and surgical skeletal reductions, repair or replacement.
Ultrasound is the use of high frequency sound waves to provide cross sectional images of the body. A transducer or probe emits the waves or echoes and captures their return then digitized on screen. Images can be captured in real time and can be acquired in any plane.
Common clinical applications include abdomen and pelvic studies, obstetrical work, vascular exams, breast, thyroid and interventional procedures including biopsy.
Interventional Radiology (or IR) utilizes highly sophisticated technology providing minimally invasive interventions that historically required open surgery and lengthy hospital stays.
Common clinical applications include vessel embolizations and occlusions, angioplasty fistulography, stent insertions, vertebroplasty, PICC and PortaCath insertions, and advanced treatments such as renal tumor ablations.
The Breast Health Center will provide comprehensive services in one location offering efficient, convenient and high quality care for breast cancer patients. Our expertise will include breast imaging, biopsy, diagnosis, risk assessment, surgical planning and support for patients in a caring environment. The Breast Clinic will provide surgical consultation services to patients and their families with nursing and navigation support.
The patient experience enhanced by allowing the choice of environment during the mammography exam. The Sensory suite environments include Seaside, Garden or Waterfall distracts the patient reducing anxiety from any perceived discomfort.
Services include:
Mammography
Mammography is the use of low energy x-rays to image breast tissue. Common clinical applications include the assessment of lesions, screening tool for asymptomatic patients, biopsy and needle localization procedures.
Breast Ultrasound
Bone Mineral Densitometry
BMD is the use of x-rays to measure bone mineral density. Common clinical applications include the diagnosis and follow up for osteoporosis.
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