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Why did my ENT recommend a sinus CT scan?

If you’re reading this, chances are your ENT (Ear, Nose and Throat) specialist, also called an otolaryngologist, has recommended a sinus CT scan, and you’re filled with questions. From explaining why the scan...

November 20, 2023 – 17 min read

How does my doctor use a CT scan to detect cancer?

You might start to worry when your doctor recommends a CT scan to see if you might have cancer. But don’t worry just yet. There’s still a lot for your medical team to...

November 6, 2023 – 19 min read

I think I had a stroke: why did my doctor recommend a CT scan, first?

When you think you might have had a stroke, you and your loved ones may feel overwhelmed, or even a little scared. We understand that. After a possible stroke, it’s important for your...

October 30, 2023 – 13 min read

MRI vs. CT Scans: Understanding the Difference

MRI vs. CT Scans: Understanding the Difference If you are injured or have concerning symptoms, your doctor may order imaging tests to get a better idea of what’s wrong. MRI scans and CT...

February 16, 2023 – 4 min read

Do You Need a Brain Scan for a Concussion?

Do You Need a Brain Scan for a Concussion? You don’t have to play football to be at risk for concussion. Anyone can develop a concussion — a type of brain injury —...

February 16, 2023 – 4 min read

Back Pain in the Picture: Which Imaging Scans Can Help With Diagnosis?

Back Pain in the Picture: Which Imaging Scans Can Help Find a Diagnosis? Your busy life makes it easy to put your nagging back pain on the back burner. Sometimes, symptoms go away...

October 21, 2022 – 4 min read

Types of Mammograms and Other Breast Imaging Scans, Explained

Types of Mammograms and Other Breast Imaging Scans, Explained Breast imaging can detect breast cancer and track changes in your breasts over time, which helps doctors spot abnormalities and diagnose the disease in...

October 21, 2022 – 5 min read

When Do You Need a Prostate MRI?

When Does a Doctor Order a Prostate MRI? According to the National Cancer Institute, over 12% of men will be diagnosed with prostate cancer during their lifetimes. Doctors may include a variety of...

July 28, 2022 – 2 min read

Have Doctor’s Orders for Imaging? Visit an Imaging Center

Have Doctor’s Orders for Imaging? Visit an Imaging Center If you have had an injury or are experiencing unexplained or chronic pain, a prompt, accurate diagnosis is essential. Your doctor might order diagnostic...