Category: Diagnostic Imaging

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Why would my healthcare provider order my head CT scan with contrast or without contrast?

Find out why your provider recommends a head CT scan with or without contrast, learn what conditions it can detect, and find out what to expect during your scan....
January 30, 2025 – 10 min read
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Why is an MRI the preferred scan for diagnosing a torn rotator cuff?

If you are experiencing pain in the shoulder, you know how limiting it can be to our daily lives. If you have a painful shoulder injury, and your healthcare provider thinks an MRI...

January 7, 2025 – 11 min read
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Why is it important to get medical imaging soon after a personal injury?

Getting a medical imaging scan soon after an injury is not only crucial for ensuring appropriate care, but it also documents your injury for insurance claims or legal claims. Some injuries aren’t always...

January 3, 2025 – 7 min read
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From Diagnosis to Treatment: The Critical Role of Advanced Imaging in Alzheimer’s Care 

In 2023, the FDA approved the first anti-amyloid treatments for Alzheimer’s disease, a groundbreaking development offering new hope to patients and families affected by this devastating condition. These therapies aim to slow the...

December 10, 2024 – 3 min read
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5 Cancers a CT Scan Can Easily Detect

When your healthcare provider suspects you might have cancer, they may order a CT scan. Your healthcare provider ordered a CT scan because they want a series of detailed, high-resolution images of your...

June 26, 2024 – 9 min read
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Preparing for your chest CT scan: what to expect

Learn what you need to know about getting ready for a chest CT scan, including what you can expect during your scan, and what happens after your scan is complete....
March 26, 2024 – 10 min read
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What should I expect during my brain CT scan?

Find out what to expect during your brain CT scan, from preparation to the scan, and get insights into the process to ease any concerns you may have....
March 13, 2024 – 7 min read

Why do you need an MRI for rheumatoid arthritis?

When your healthcare provider told you that you need to get an MRI scan because you might have rheumatoid arthritis, you may have felt a little overwhelmed. We’re here to help. Understanding why...

March 1, 2024 – 11 min read

What is the difference between a low-dose CT scan and a regular CT scan?

You’ve heard the phrase, “moderation in all things.” Here’s another one, “sometimes less is better.” For certain people who would benefit from limited exposure to radiation, a low-dose CT (Computerized Tomography) scan can...

February 12, 2024 – 8 min read