Imaging Services is often referred to as Radiology or the X-ray
Department. Inpatient and outpatient diagnostic procedures that
can be performed through Imaging Services include: specialty procedures
(Bone density testing), X-ray,
Nuclear Medicine, CT Scan,
Ultrasound, Mammography,
and Interventional Radiology. Our
staff uses state-of-the-art equipment to help diagnose and treat
diseases. High-tech dictation equipment allows physicians same-day
access to dictated reports via telephone.
Director of Imaging Services: John Hreha, RT
For more information or questions on Imaging Services call (570)
340-2602.
Bone
Density Testing
Bone Density Testing in the Imaging Department of Moses Taylor
Hospital is done with a clinical bone densitometer. The bone densitometer
measures the mineral content and density of specific bone sites
that are most susceptible to fracture due to Osteoporosis and
other degenerative bone diseases.
The procedure itself is simple. Bone density testing is fast, painless, and non invasive. During a test, patients lie fully clothed on a padded treatment table while the machine scans one or more areas of bone. The entire test normally takes only minutes. The test is fast and convenient. And because of that, we hope patients will take advantage of this highly accurate test.
Osteoporosis is a disease of the skeleton in which the bone
loses density. Osteoporosis is diagnosed when bone density has
decreased to the point where fractures will happen with mild stress,
such as coughing. Tests, like the bone densitometer, can be useful
in managing osteoporosis before much bone loss has occurred.
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MRI/CT
Scan
At Moses Taylor Hospital, diagnostic imaging is faster and more
advanced and convenient than ever before.
Moses Taylor Hospital has revamped its imaging services by creating an MRI/CT Center. The process included the installation of state-of-the-art equipment from GE Medical Systems, including a new magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) scanner and a LightSpeed16 computed tomography (CT) scanner, which significantly reduces scan times while providing high-resolution, detailed images for faster, more accurate diagnoses.
"With this new equipment, we're on the cutting edge of diagnostic imaging capabilities," says James Sundheim, MD, Medical Director of Imaging Services. "Our patients can take comfort in knowing they don't have to go anywhere else in the country to get what they need because it's right here."
To further increase convenience for patients, MTH has combined the MRI and CT scanners in one newly renovated area on the first floor of the hospital. In addition, MTH is using the new picture archive communication system (PACS), which is a digital storehouse for patient images.
"We can see thousands of images in a short period of time, and the images can be transmitted more quickly to be interpreted," says Dr. Sundheim. "PACS also allows us to transmit images digitally to referring physicians' offices, which further increases the speed of diagnosis and care."
The MRI/CT Center at Moses Taylor Hospital offers same day/next
day appointments. To schedule an MRI or CT scan, simply use our
One Call Scheduling Service by calling (570) 207-3900.
Mammography
Trained mammography technologists, like the ones at Moses Taylor
Hospital's Imaging Department, can help physicians detect breast
cancer in its earliest stages through the pictures they take.
The mammogram may show something which is too small to be felt
by self breast examinations.
Our technologists can also give you information on how to reduce the chance of your developing breast cancer or detecting it early enough for effective treatment. And because they are women, they have a special understanding of your questions and concerns.
Moses Taylor Hospital recommends a three-step approach
to breast cancer awareness, prevention and detection:
* Regular physician visits
* Monthly breast self examinations
* Mammograms as recommended by your physician.
Moses Taylor Hospital supports the efforts of the Northeast Regional Center Institute (NRCI), the American Cancer Society and the Susan G. Komen Breast Cancer Foundation.
For your convenience, we schedule early evening and Saturday appointments. For more information contact us at 1-888-MTH 7 to 7 (1-888-684-7867) to schedule your mammogram and help us make the difference of a lifetime.
Nuclear
Medicine
Nuclear Medicine, a division of the Imaging Department, is one
of the high-tech diagnostic services available at Moses Taylor
Hospital. Certified Nuclear Medicine Technologists, or CNMTs,
perform a variety of tests requiring the use of radioactive isotopes.Cameras,
computers, scanners and laser printers are tools of the trade
for these skilled employees.
Nuclear MEdicine involves the use of very small amounts of radioactive isotopes to help diagnose a wide variety of diseases and abnormalities. The isotope is introduced into the body through an IV injection, inhalation of a gas, or swallowing of capsules. A machine, called a gamma camera, is used to locate the isotope within the body. Areas of interest include cardiac function, blockages in the heart, fractures or tumors in the skeletal system, blood clots in the lungs, or other causes of breathing impairment.
For more information on Nuclear Medicine call 340-2615.
Radiology
(X-ray)
General Radiology provides convenient, rapid film examinations
of all areas of the body. These examinations include: bone and
joint imaging, barium studies of the gastrointestinal tract, and
films relating to diseases of the esophagus, lungs, stomach, small
intestine, colon, gallbladder, kidneys, and bladder.
Ultrasound
Ultrasound is an imaging technique that uses a special
hand-held device to pass sound waves through the skin. The sound
waves bounce off organs and tissue and create "echos"
These sound waves are then converted into electrical signals and
viewed on a television monitor or recorded for further study.
For more information on Ultrasound call 340-2616.
Interventional
Radiology
Angiography is a technique which uses a catheter inserted
into an artery or vein to provide diagnostic information about
your blood vessels. Through the use of a computer and film, special
images are developed that allow a physician to clearly see the
arteries and veins.
The Interventional Radiology division (formerly Angiography) offers Vascular Angiography along with Uterine Artery Embolization. Uterine Artery Embolization is a less invasive treatment for uterine fibroid tumors that shrinks fibroid tumors by blocking the blood supply. This provides an alternative to hysterectomy, preserving a women's uterus, maintaining hormonal cycles, and requiring far less recovery time.