Diagnostic Imaging
Advanced Imaging and Diagnostic Technology
One of the first steps in treating any condition is an accurate diagnosis. In many cases, the starting point for doctors to make that diagnosis is to have clear, accurate images of the body. Saint Francis Healthcare's imaging centers and outpatient diagnostic imaging center offer a wide range of diagnostic services in a convenient and patient-friendly environment.
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Diagnostic Imaging Services
Our imaging center is Medicare-certified and accredited by The Joint Commission. Services include (see below for descriptions):
- MRI scan
- CT scan
- Nuclear medicine
- Ultrasound
- Bone densitometry
- Fluoroscopic radiography
- Diagnostic imaging/routine radiography
What kind of imaging services do I need?
MRI - Provides detailed images of the inside of the body using strong magnets and radio waves.
CT Scan - Combines X-rays and computer scans to create images of the body. The result is a detailed picture that can show soft tissues, organs and bones.
Nuclear Medicine - Involves the use of small amounts of radioactive materials (or tracers) to help diagnose and treat a variety of diseases.
Ultrasound - Uses sound waves to form pictures of the body's interior.
Bone Densitometry - Uses low-energy X-rays to scan the lower back, hip or forearm. This helps to diagnose osteoporosis, a disease that weakens bones and makes them more brittle and susceptible to fracture.
Fluoroscopic Radiography - An X-ray that obtains real-time images of the body's internal structures.
Diagnostic Imaging/Routine Radiography - Uses a small amount of radiation to create X-ray images of bones and organs.
Digital Mammography – Screening and Diagnostic Mammography
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Bone Densitometry
A bone mineral density (BMD) test is used to diagnose bone loss and determine a patient’s risk for fractures. -
CT Scan
A computed tomography (CT) scan uses X-rays to produce detailed pictures of structures inside the body. -
Mammogram
Our Breast Center staff provides individualized service and advice...from explaining the procedure to providing information on self-examinations. -
MRI
Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) is a test that uses a magnetic field and pulses of radio wave energy to provide images of organs and structures inside the body. -
Nuclear Medicine
Nuclear medicine involves the use of small amounts of radioactive materials (or tracers) to help diagnose and treat a variety of diseases. -
Outpatient Scheduling Guide
The Saint Francis Hospital Outpatient Scheduling Guide contains helpful information for scheduling a diagnostic imaging appointment. -
Radiography
An X-ray is a form of radiation, like light or radio waves, which can be focused into a beam. -
Ultrasound
Ultrasound imaging, also called ultrasound scanning or sonography, obtains images from inside the human body through the use of high-frequency sound waves.