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American Health Imaging of Lawrenceville
Phone:
Fax:
(678) 376-4558
Hours
Mon-Fri: 7:00am - 10:00pm
Sat: 8:00am - 8:00pm
Sun: Closed
Sat: 8:00am - 8:00pm
Sun: Closed
Services
- Accelerated Breast MRI
- Arthrogram
- Cardiac Scoring
- CT
- Diffusion Tensor Imaging
- Low-Dose CT Lung Cancer Screening
- MRI
- NeuroQuant®
- Ultrasound
Welcome to American Health Imaging of Lawrenceville in Georgia
American Health Imaging (AHI) of Lawrenceville is proud to be part of the AHI network with 22 outpatient imaging centers in the greater Atlanta metro area, bringing high-quality medical imaging services to Lawrenceville, Georgia. We are conveniently located off West Pike St. AHI Lawrenceville offers MRI, CT, and Ultrasound exams, as well as specialty imaging scans including low dose lung cancer screening, arthrogram, calcium cardiac scoring, and breast MRI scans.
AHI of Lawrenceville has same-day and next-day appointments and early morning, evening, and weekend hours so you can get your diagnostic imaging service when it best fits your busy schedule. AHI is in-network with 99% of major health insurance plans and cost up to 60% less than hospital imaging, providing a cost-effective option for your medical imaging needs. Contact our local center to schedule your imaging appointment today.
AHI of Lawrenceville has same-day and next-day appointments and early morning, evening, and weekend hours so you can get your diagnostic imaging service when it best fits your busy schedule. AHI is in-network with 99% of major health insurance plans and cost up to 60% less than hospital imaging, providing a cost-effective option for your medical imaging needs. Contact our local center to schedule your imaging appointment today.
Medical Imaging Services Offered at Lawrenceville, Georgia
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A shorter, radiation-free breast MRI that provides more detail than a mammogram alone, which can be especially helpful for women with dense breast tissue.
A contrast-enhanced MRI or X-ray exam of a joint that shows tendons, ligaments, cartilage and other structures in detail, helping pinpoint the cause of joint pain.
A quick, non-invasive CT scan that measures calcium buildup in your heart’s arteries to help gauge your risk of coronary artery disease before symptoms appear.
CT uses specialized X-rays to create cross-sectional images of bones, organs and blood vessels, helping your doctor quickly diagnose injuries, infections and other conditions.
An advanced MRI technique that maps the brain’s white matter pathways, helping doctors assess the effects of traumatic brain injuries.
A low-dose CT scan of the chest that looks for early signs of lung cancer in people at higher risk, when it’s often easier to treat.
Used in conjunction with an MRI, this cutting-edge software provides clear, quantified measurements of the brain’s tissues.
MRI uses powerful magnets and radio waves to create detailed images of the brain, spine, joints, organs and soft tissues without radiation. It helps your doctor diagnose injuries and health conditions and see how well a treatment is working.
Ultrasound uses sound waves to create real-time images of organs, blood vessels and soft tissues, without radiation.
Accelerated Breast MRI
A shorter, radiation-free breast MRI that provides more detail than a mammogram alone, which can be especially helpful for women with dense breast tissue.
Arthrogram
A contrast-enhanced MRI or X-ray exam of a joint that shows tendons, ligaments, cartilage and other structures in detail, helping pinpoint the cause of joint pain.
Cardiac Calcium Scoring
A quick, non-invasive CT scan that measures calcium buildup in your heart’s arteries to help gauge your risk of coronary artery disease before symptoms appear.
CT Scan Imaging Services
CT uses specialized X-rays to create cross-sectional images of bones, organs and blood vessels, helping your doctor quickly diagnose injuries, infections and other conditions.
Diffusion Tensor Imaging
An advanced MRI technique that maps the brain’s white matter pathways, helping doctors assess the effects of traumatic brain injuries.
Low-Dose CT Lung Cancer Screening
A low-dose CT scan of the chest that looks for early signs of lung cancer in people at higher risk, when it’s often easier to treat.
NeuroQuant® Brain Imaging
Used in conjunction with an MRI, this cutting-edge software provides clear, quantified measurements of the brain’s tissues.
Outpatient MRI Services
MRI uses powerful magnets and radio waves to create detailed images of the brain, spine, joints, organs and soft tissues without radiation. It helps your doctor diagnose injuries and health conditions and see how well a treatment is working.
Ultrasound Imaging (Sonography)
Ultrasound uses sound waves to create real-time images of organs, blood vessels and soft tissues, without radiation.
Advanced Imaging Technology at Our Lawrenceville Center
1.5T Wide Bore MRI
A 1.5T Wide Bore MRI is a type of medical imaging machine that uses a strong magnetic field (1.5 Tesla) to take detailed pictures of the inside of your body. The “wide bore” part means the opening of the machine is larger at 27 ½” wide, making it more comfortable for people who feel anxious or are larger in size. Many of our 1.5T Wide Bore MRIs feature faster scanning technology to reduce most exam times to as little as 8 minutes.
16-Slice CT
A 16-slice CT scanner is a medical imaging machine that takes detailed X-ray pictures of your body in thin slices, which are then combined to create a complete image. The “16-slice” part means it can capture 16 slices of images at once, allowing for faster and more detailed scans.
64-Slice CT
A 64-slice CT scanner is a medical imaging machine that takes very detailed X-ray pictures of your body by capturing 64 slices of images at once. This allows for faster scans and even more detailed images, which is useful for diagnosing complex conditions. Our 64-slice CT features innovative technology that automates dose according to your size, weight, and anatomy, providing high-quality images with minimal radiation.
Faster Scanning Technology
Faster scanning MRI technology reduces the time patients spend on the table for scans by up to 50% to an average scan time of less than 15 minutes providing a more comfortable imaging experience for anxious patients or anyone in pain. AI technology delivers high quality images with reduced motion artifacts and noise distortions for the diagnostic insights providers need to determine next steps in patient care.
Ultrasound
Ultrasound, also known as sonography, has a small handheld device called a transducer used to emit high-frequency sound waves into the body making it particularly useful for examining developing fetuses during pregnancy and for imaging soft tissues and organs.
Patient Reviews and Testimonials
With a 97% satisfaction score, we’re proud to deliver compassionate care, clear communication, and imaging you can count on.
The staff and technicians (Leslie and Brandon) are excellent. I received the best care and service. They were so patient and kind. I loved my reggae music while the testing was being completed. The personal touch and attention to patient care was exceptional. The cleanliness of the facility was great as well.
Monique J.
I had a good experience here when taking an MRI. The entire staff from the front desk to the MRI were extremely kind to me. The doctor who put the dye in my wrist was nice, as well as the young lady who prepped me so that he could do that in preparation for the MRI.
Yolanda F.
Very sweet staff who definitely make you feel cared for and welcome! I love that! Not many places are very personable anymore, but this place had excellent staff who did a great job at what they do! Even learned a little bit of what was what on ultrasound. Kelsey was very sweet and compassionate! Highly recommend having any imaging done here.
Kayley F.
The facility contacted me within 6 hours after my doctor appointment. I was able to complete my medical information online with no problems. I was seen within 15 minutes after I arrived for my appointment and was done in 20 minutes. My doctors will be able to view my imaging online, so I didn’t need to wait on results. It couldn’t have been any easier and I highly recommend using this facility.
Anna S.
Courteous and professional staff. They got my MRI results rushed over same-day to accommodate me so I can get a shot. I will definitely refer anyone needing an MRI to this facility.
Lorraine C.
The experience of making the appointment was excellent. The registration was smooth using the links and uploading forms. The facility was spotless, and the on-time performance was good. My particular imaging needs were meticulous because of the area viewed. The technologist was patient and empathetic and guided me along, making a difficult test much easier. The headphones were great, and I got an hour of classic rock over the sounds of the machine, (definitely not the sounds silence). Thank you, AHI, your communication has been great.
Hal T.
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