Radiology

Our Radiology department is dedicated to providing the highest-quality diagnostic images possible, with state-of-the art equipment.  We partner with board-certified radiologists from Emplify Health. These radiologists are available 24 hours a day, seven days a week, and efficiently provide a complete report to your provider.

Our Local Radiology/Imaging Services

X-Rays

Digital X-rays give us a detailed look at the inside of your body and are often used to diagnose injuries such as broken bones.

Bone Densitometry

Bone Densitometry (DEXA) uses advanced X-rays to evaluate your bone density and can determine if you are at risk for osteoporotic fractures. The test uses a low-dose X-ray to measure the mineral content of the bones of your lower back, hip, or sometimes the forearm.

CT Scans

Computed Tomography (CT), also called a CT scan, is a medical imaging technology that uses a scanner to take X-rays of the body. A computer then separates the scanned images, which are called slices. The slices can be stacked by the computer to create a three-dimensional image of the body area that was scanned. CT scans are used to study the soft tissues, organs, or bones in your body.

Fluoroscopies

Fluoroscopies are basically X-ray movies, showing a continuous, moving image of the inside of your body.

MRIs

Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) is an imaging technology that uses strong magnets and radio waves to form a picture of the organs and structures inside the body. MRIs are used to diagnose a number of conditions and are very helpful for examining the brain and spinal cord. When a patient has an MRI, they lie on a table that slides into a tunnel-like machine. The scan is painless, but the machine can be noisy.

Mammography

3D MAMMOGRAPHY is the most advanced screening tool used to detect breast cancer. A 3D exam includes a three-dimensional method of imaging and is clinically proven to significantly increase the detection of breast cancers while simultaneously decreasing the number of women asked to return for additional testing. Women are encouraged to have annual mammograms now beginning at age 35. A provider order is not required to schedule a mammogram. 

Nuclear Medicine

Nuclear medicine uses very small amounts of radioactive materials to track molecular activity to see how organs and tissues are working. By using a comparable amount of radiation received during an X-ray, nuclear medicine can identify abnormalities very early in the progression of disease.

Ultrasound

Ultrasound uses high-frequency sound waves to look at the organs and structures inside the body. We offer a wide variety of ultrasound procedures, now in 4D. The standard 2D imaging looks through the baby to show the internal organs, but the 3D and 4D Ultrasounds create a live video effect, like a movie, so parents can watch their baby smile, yawn or suck their thumb, and even see their baby’s skin. This advanced technology makes it easier to diagnose certain birth defects, like cleft lip, which can help the doctors and parents be more prepared to care for the infant and plan for any needed repair after birth.

Preparing for Your Medical Procedure

We want you to feel confident and reassured before, during, and after your exam. That’s why, before your test, we’ll discuss your medical history, allergies, etc. While each imaging test is different, most last between 30 minutes and an hour. 

Whatever your test, you can depend on our team to guide you through, explaining each step and helping to make you as comfortable as possible. After your exam, we’ll carefully assess each picture and deliver your results as soon as possible.