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Body Imaging: MRI vs CT Scan

If you have never had a body imaging scan like a magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) test or a computerized axial tomography (CAT or CT) scan, you may have questions about the difference between...

May 4, 2017 – 2 min read

Types of Diagnostic Imaging

When doctors need to get a better look at what’s going on in a patient’s body, they will often order some type of medical diagnostic imaging. While there are different types of diagnostic...

April 20, 2017 – 3 min read

What to Look for in a Great Imaging Center

If your doctor has ordered an MRI, CT scan, ultrasound or other diagnostic or imaging service, you have options. While you could choose to use a hospital facility for these types of imaging...

April 6, 2017 – 3 min read

Using an MRI to Diagnose Arthritis

For people suffering from arthritis, doctors’ office visits and tests can be frustrating; after all, you just want relief. However, it is important for your doctor to have all of the information he...

March 23, 2017 – 3 min read

Our Patients Trust Their Comfort to Our Short Bore MRI Technology

Magnetic Resonance Imaging technology, or MRI, provides medical professionals a powerful, safe, non-surgical way to see what’s causing pain or discomfort in the body. However, some patients may feel some claustrophobia, and may...

March 9, 2017 – 2 min read

Important Preparation for a Cervical Spine MRI

If your doctor has ordered a cervical spine MRI, you probably have a lot of questions. MRI stands for magnetic resonance imaging, which is a common and safe procedure that uses magnets and...

February 23, 2017 – 3 min read

Diagnosing Back Pain with a Lumbar Spine MRI

Pain in the lower back, also known as the lumbar region, can make everything from sleep to work uncomfortable. A proper diagnosis is critical in helping you find back pain relief and improve...

February 3, 2017 – 4 min read

Shoulder MRI Procedures for Arthritic Patients

If you have arthritis in one or both of your shoulders, your doctor may order a shoulder MRI scan to help them evaluate and treat your pain. A Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI)...

January 19, 2017 – 3 min read

Common Procedure For Performing a Knee MRI

Understanding Knee MRIs If your doctor has told you that you need a Magnetic Resonance Imaging scan (“MRI scan”) of one or both of your knees, you probably have a lot of questions....

January 9, 2017 – 3 min read

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