DEXA Scan (Bone Density Scan)

The Radiology Department at Saint Mary’s Regional Medical Center provides high-quality diagnostic services. Staffed by a board-certified radiologist and highly qualified, credentialed technical staff, the department provides a complete line of specialty services to the community and the physicians in the area.

Services include:

• Diagnostic X-Ray
• Nuclear Medicine
• Mammography
• Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI)
• Ultrasound/Echocardiogram
• Computerized Axial Tomography (CT)
• Dexascan

Saint Mary’s Regional Medical Center is staffed with a highly, qualified, nationally board-certified, credentialed Mammography Technologist. SMRMC offers every woman the new Mammo-Pad: a soft foam pad that provides a cushion between you and the mammography machine. Mammograms provide comfort for an entire lifetime.

SMRMC’s Radiology Department uses medical radiation and diagnostic imaging techniques in the diagnosis and treatment of disease. The Department works with the most advanced technology available allowing the early diagnosis of many diseases and disorders without surgical procedures.

The Department recently purchased a new CT Scanner, offering the advantages of this new piece of equipment include three-dimensional capabilities and a significant increase in the speed of turnaround time — a test which previously took 30 minutes now takes approximately two or three minutes. In addition, up to a third less injectable contrast material is needed for a procedure. The Department is staffed with Registered Radiologic Technologists and support personnel.

Medical Imaging

Medical imaging is a process used to create images of the human body (or parts and function thereof) for clinical purposes. At Saint Mary’s Regional Medical Center, for example, medical imaging encompasses x-ray, CT, MRI, Ultrasound, and nuclear medicine. These images are used by physicians to diagnose, treat, and prevent illnesses or injuries.

Bone Densitometry

Saint Mary’s Regional Medical Center’s bone densitometer takes Bone Mineral Density (BMD) measurements, which enable our radiologist to determine a patient’s risk of fracture and osteoporosis. Our professionally trained and certified staff utilizes a Lunar DPX Alpha densitometer for high-resolution imaging and fast, precise measurements.

CT Scan

The Hi-Speed CT technology allows for 3D image reconstruction which reduces radiation exposure, exam time, and provides improved imaging capabilities.

Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI)

MRI is a painless alternative to X-rays. With a large magnet, radio waves, and a computer, your body is scanned to provide very detailed pictures of areas that cannot be viewed on conventional X-rays. MRI exams make it possible for physicians to examine certain types of tissue and obtain important information that will help them in the diagnosis of disease, bone and joint abnormalities, and a multitude of other possibilities.

Mammography (ACR Accredited)

Mammograms are low energy X-rays of the breast that are used to screen apparently normal breasts for cancer. Early detection of breast cancer is known to save lives. Yearly mammograms are recommended for women 40 and over, though screening schedules should be determined by your physician. And Saint Mary’s Regional Medical Center has the power of technology in providing digital mammography. With highly detailed images for a more accurate and timely diagnosis.

Ultrasound

Our Imaging Services offers a full range of ultrasound services that include cardiac, obstetrical and gynecologic, vascular, abdominal, and breast imaging.

• Diagnostic XRay
• Echocardiogram
• Stereostatic Breast Biopsy
• Nuclear Medicine