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Hospital vs Outpatient Imaging Center: Which One’s Right For You?

When a doctor recommends an MRI scan, the first question you'll need to ask yourself is where you want to get your imaging procedure done- a hospital or an outpatient imaging center. Where you decide to go for your procedure is an important decision and can vary from patient to patient. When it comes to an imaging center, we want you to feel as comfortable as possible, but we know it may not be the right decision in your effort to heal. There are various benefits to each so we are here to provide you with the tools to make the best decision.

Sara McFarland2019-11-15T17:57:03+00:00November 14th, 2019|Tags: hospital, hospital vs. outpatient imaging center, imaging center, imaging procedure, Mammogram, MRI, outpatient imaging center, Radiation Oncology, radiology, Women's Imaging|0 Comments

What Is A Thyroid FNA?

You may have recently noticed a small bump called a nodule on your thyroid gland and brought this to your doctor’s attention. Thyroid nodules are solid or fluid-filled lumps that form within your thyroid, a small gland located at the base of your neck, just above your breastbone.

The great majority of thyroid nodules aren’t serious and don’t cause symptoms, but a small percentage can be cancerous. Your doctor may recommend a diagnostic radiology procedure called a thyroid fine needle aspiration biopsy to test a sample of the nodule and ensure it is benign. Below, we will discuss what […]

Lori Brandon2019-08-09T16:02:31+00:00August 9th, 2019|Tags: biopsies in Manhattan, radiology, rosetta radiology, thyroid FNA manhattan, thyroid FNA near me, thyroid FNA results, what is a thyroid fine needle aspiration, what is a thyroid FNA|Comments Off

Mammogram FAQ’s: All Your Questions Answered

Mammograms are the most common type of women’s imaging used to diagnose and screen for breast cancer. Still, if you’ve never had a mammogram before, chances are you have some questions about the process. Below, we’ll take a look at the most commonly asked questions about mammograms.

What are the benefits of a mammogram?

Mammograms are the single best diagnostic tool available to detect breast cancer well before any symptoms appear. Early detection of breast cancer helps give a woman more choices for treatment as well as a better chance of fighting their breast cancer than they would have if […]

Lori Brandon2019-05-10T14:46:39+00:00May 10th, 2019|Tags: benefits of a mammogram, do mammograms hurt, how does a mammogram work, Mammogram, mammogram age, mammogram FAQ's, mammogram manhattan, mammogram questions, radiology, what is a mammogram, when should I get a mammogram|Comments Off

What Does A Radiologist Do?

If you’ve ever gotten an x-ray, you may have a good idea of what radiology is, but what you might not know as much about is the people behind the curtain—the radiologists. Here, we will take a look at what radiologists do, the type of training it takes to become a radiologist, and different types of radiologists.

What does a radiologist do?

Radiologists are essentially doctors that specialize in diagnosing and treating injuries and diseases using medical radiology procedures involving taking images of the such as X-rays, CT scans, MRIs, and more. What you might not realize is […]

Lori Brandon2019-04-26T16:24:11+00:00April 26th, 2019|Tags: Diagnostic Imaging, diagnostic radiologist, interventional radiologist, radiation oncologist, radiology, radiology manhattan, radiology new york, types of radiologists, what does a radiologist do, what is a radiologist|Comments Off

3 Unique Ways That X-Ray Technology Is Used

Most of us have had an x-ray at some point in our life, whether it’s been for an injury or a routine check-up like at the dentist. X-rays are a common way to see inside the body to diagnose and treat ailments or monitor any progression in the body. But did you know that x-rays have other unique uses outside the medical field? Below are three unique and fun x-ray uses in modern-day life.

Airport Security

Another very common setting where x-rays are regularly used is the airport. Both you and your bags undergo x-ray viewing as a security measure. […]

Lori Brandon2019-03-29T15:17:51+00:00March 29th, 2019|Tags: radiology, weird uses for xrays, what are xrays used for, x-ray, x-ray technology|Comments Off

10 Things To Look For In Your Imaging Center

Your doctor suggests you undergo a diagnostic imaging test, now what? The first important decision is choosing what imaging center is best for your procedure. Your imaging center can directly play a role in your overall imaging experience and test results so choosing a quality center is of utmost importance. Here are a few things to look for when you're searching for an imaging center.

Sara McFarland2018-08-06T17:40:16+00:00October 31st, 2017|Tags: ACR Accredited, imaging center, Manhattan, on site radiologist, Open MRI, Radiologist, radiology, rosetta radiology, Save On Medical, Upper East Side|0 Comments

Ultrasound: The Screening Method For Dense Breasts

Mammograms are the most popular women's imaging scan, but certain factors may infer that another imaging scan may be best. For women that are at higher risk or with dense breasts, alternative women's imaging methods like ultrasound has proven to be best according to various studies. Let's take a closer look at why ultrasound is often best when screening dense breasts.

Sara McFarland2018-08-06T17:42:49+00:00August 29th, 2017|Tags: breast cancer, Dense Breasts, health, Healthcare, Mammo, Mammogram, Mammography, Manhattan, MRI, NY, NYC, radiology, Ultrasounds, Women's Health, Women's Imaging|0 Comments

Frequently Asked MRI Questions

It's normal to get nervous or confused when a doctor recommends an MRI scan. We understand they can seem foreign to many, so we took the time to answer the most common MRI questions. We hope these will answer your questions and give you a peace of mind before your scan.

Sara McFarland2018-08-01T15:56:08+00:00April 20th, 2017|Tags: Affordable Healthcare, FAQ, Healthcare, Manhattan Doctors, Manhattan Medicine, MRI, MRI scans, New York, New York medicine, NY, radiology|0 Comments

Hospital Vs. Outpatient Facility

Choosing where to get a diagnostic imaging scan can be a complicated decision full of questions. What type of scan do I need? How much will my scan cost? These initial questions may lead you to wonder where you should get your diagnostic imaging scan: either a hospital or an outpatient imaging center. While quality care is often the first consideration when making this decision, outpatient facilities usually offer both quality care and affordability over a hospital for diagnostic imaging procedures.

Sara McFarland2018-08-07T14:32:26+00:00March 24th, 2017|Tags: cancer care, Diagnostic Imaging, health, health care, hospital, outpatient facility, radiology|0 Comments

6 Of Funniest X-Ray Images

As one of the most common bone diagnostic imaging scans, an x-ray is simply a form of radiation which uses electromagnetic waves to create pictures of the inside of your body. While it is most commonly used to determine a broken bone, in these six instances radiologists found more than bones. These six x-ray images, show radiology humor and are only considered to be that because of the strange items that ended up inside of people.