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How does a CT scan show heart blockage?

Perhaps nothing is more concerning than feeling like there is something wrong with your heart. If you are having a medical emergency, dial 9-1-1. If you aren’t having an emergency, and you feel...

December 4, 2023 – 10 min read

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

Understanding your little athlete’s brain MRI: a guide for sports moms and dads

As parents, we all want the best for our children, especially when it comes to their health and well-being. For sports moms and dads, the thrill of watching your child excel on the...

November 10, 2023 – 16 min read

What can I do to stay comfortable during an MRI?

Has your doctor referred you for an MRI? For many, the idea of lying still inside the MRI machine, a large, enclosed tube, can cause some amount of anxiety. You might be worried...

November 8, 2023 – 14 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

What should I expect during an abdominal ultrasound?

An abdominal ultrasound is a non-invasive procedure that uses high-frequency sound waves, kind of like the sonar that bats use, to create images of the structures within your abdomen. When these sound waves...

November 4, 2023 – 13 min read

How is an MRI used to detect brain tumors?

Your doctor thinks it would be a good idea for you to get an MRI to make sure you don’t have a brain tumor. We understand how intimidating and stressful this might be...

November 1, 2023 – 16 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

How Imaging Can Help Diagnose Ulcerative Colitis and Crohn’s Disease

How Imaging Can Help Diagnose Ulcerative Colitis and Crohn’s Disease Doctors often use various tests to diagnose ulcerative colitis and Crohn’s disease. Symptoms of these inflammatory bowel diseases (IBDs) can mimic those of...

December 9, 2022 – 2 min read