Imaging and Diagnostic Services at Parkwest Medical Center

Computed Axial Tomography is also known as a CT or CAT scan. It is an imaging test that uses x-rays and computerized imagery to make detailed images of the body, including bones, muscles, fat, and organs.

Approximately 2,700 scans are performed monthly at Parkwest Medical center. All our skilled technologists are registered with the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT).

Three scanners are in operation at Parkwest—Siemens Force-Dual Source CT scanner, a Siemens Drive-Dual Source CT scanner, and a GE 64-slice VCT (Volume Computed Tomography) scanner.

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X-rays are a type of radiation called electromagnetic waves. X-ray imaging creates pictures of the inside of your body.

In the hospital-setting, x-rays are emitted by a machine as individual particles that pass through the body and then get detected. Radiation protection and minimization of patient exposure is always considered for patient safety. All our skilled technologists are registered with the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT).

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Mammography is the best screening tool for evaluating breast health and early detection of breast cancer. The Parkwest Comprehensive Breast Center is recognized as a Breast Imaging Center of Excellence by the American College of Radiology (ACR). It is a comprehensive, multi-disciplinary program, offering you a full array of services to meet your breast health needs.

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MRI at Parkwest is an American College of Radiology Accredited (ACR) facility and features both a 3 Tesla Siemens Magnetom Vida and a 1.5 Tesla Siemens Magnetom Sola. Both systems are 70 cm bore size, which complies with bariatric accommodations. Our table weight limit is 550 lbs.

MRI (Magnetic Resonance Imaging) is a non-invasive procedure that uses powerful magnets and radio waves to create detailed images of the body. Unlike conventional radiography and CT, no radiation is used. All Technologists are ARRT registered with advanced registry in MRI.

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Nuclear Medicine specializes in medical imaging of an organ’s metabolic function. The procedure requires a radioactive isotope which is either injected through an IV line (INT) or administered orally into the body. Small amounts of radiation are then detected through one of the following cameras for interpretation—GE Ventri, GE MPR, GE Infinia, or a Siemens Evo. All our skilled technologists are NMTCB certified.

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Special procedures (interventional radiology) is a subspecialty of radiology, where minimally invasive procedures are performed using image guidance.

The concept behind IR is to diagnose or treat pathology with the most minimally invasive techniques possible. IR procedures can reduce infection rates, recovery times, and shorten hospital stays.

As a result, many IR procedures are performed with conscious sedation. General anesthesia is not usually necessary. Most IR procedures are performed on an outpatient basis, and some may require a very short hospital stay.

All our technologists are ARRT registered and RNs are ACLS certified.

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Ultrasound at Parkwest is an American College of Radiology Accredited (ACR) facility. Ultrasound uses ultra high-frequency sound waves which are reflected off of the body organs and vessels to produce images. No radiation is used in ultrasound imaging. All our sonographers are ARDMS registered.

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