Radiology

Our experts use the latest technology to gain images of the body.

• Diagnostic radiologists use X-ray, computed tomography (CT scan), dual-energy X-ray absorptiometry (DEXA), fluoroscopy (a moving picture X-ray), magnetic resonance imaging (MRI), ultrasound and other methods to find out what's going on in the body.
• Radiation oncologists stop the growth of cancer cells with radiation therapy.
• Interventional neuroradiologists address problems with blood supply to the brain. During procedures like angioplasty, a catheter is threaded through the arteries to the brain, helping them detect and treat conditions like aneurysm, blocked arteries and stroke.
• Nuclear radiologists use tiny amounts of radiation to see how a body's systems or organs are working. Larger, controlled doses can help decrease pain.
• Vascular and interventional radiologists study the blood vessels. Their techniques to find blockage, bleeding, swelling or tumors, and reduce pain sometimes serve as alternatives to surgery.

Related Resources

Allina's Vascular Services

Bone mineral density testing

Computed tomography (CT) scan of the body

Mammogram

Magnetic resonance imaging (MRI)

Positronic emission tomography (PET scan)

Radiation therapy for cancer

X-ray: Various types

Locations

Allina Medical Clinic: Mammography services

Aspen Medical Group: Specialties (including imaging services)

Abbott Northwestern Hospital: Radiology

Buffalo Hospital: Diagnostic imaging

Cambridge Medical Center: Radiology

Mercy Hospital: Medical imaging

Phillips Eye Institute: Diagnostic and treatment services

River Falls Area Hospital: Diagnostic services

St. Francis Regional Medical Center: Diagnostic services

United Hospital: Medical imaging

Virginia Piper Cancer Institute: Radiation oncology

Unity Hospital: Medical imaging

First published: 08/01/2004
Last updated: 12/20/2006

Reviewed by: Paul Kleeberg, MD, medical director, Allina.com