Imaging Services
Imaging Services
Imaging services are useful in the field of medicine because they enable physicians to see visual representations of the structures within the body. These images then allow professionals to understand your condition without the need for invasive methods that would have previously been used. At Memorial Village ER in Houston, we offer several types of imaging services, including:
- Multi-slice CT scans
- Bedside ultrasounds
- Digital x-rays
- MRI
- Cardiac ECHO
- EKG
Each type of imaging service has its specific use. X-rays are probably the most well-known. These images are usually taken to locate broken bones. Digital x-rays produce more reliable images and eliminate the need for repeat scans. CT scans can also be used to find broken bones, as well as cancers, blood clots, signs of heart disease, and internal bleeding. Ultrasounds are used to view the soft tissue areas of the body, such as the cardiovascular, gastrointestinal, and reproductive organs.
Services at Memorial Village ER
At Memorial Village ER, all imaging services are done in-house. We utilize a state-of-the-art digital imaging center to allow us to receive results much faster than you would at a hospital, which do not have imaging centers.
Imaging services that are conducted over time provide additional information, allowing us to see changes in organ behavior and physiology. By tracking these changes, we can catch disorders more quickly. Detailed multi-slice CT scans allow us to create a much more detailed medical history for our patients. Using this information, we can make more efficient diagnoses and can better determine if a condition will affect or spread to other parts of the body.
Advantages of digital imaging
In addition to the efficiency offered by digital imaging, leading to faster results and faster treatment, digital technology allows for electronic storage of procedures. This creates more immediate access to patient information and makes it easier for physicians to meet your needs. This is especially convenient if you need to see more than one physician. The quality of digital images is also higher than conventional x-ray film methods, allowing for more reliable care.
For high-quality digital imaging in Houston, visit us at Memorial Village ER.
