Diagnostic Imaging
The
Diagnostic Imaging Section of Radiology is very diversified. We perform procedures
that aid in the diagnosis and healing process in a caring environment.
Each technologist is registered, licensed, and very knowledgeable in providing
the best patient care. Our technologists are dedicated, and strive to meet the
Mercy Standards on a daily basis. Each technologist is also involved in the
continuing education process.
The diagnostic department
consists of the following:
- 3 radiographic/ fluoroscopic
rooms
- 1 ER radiographic room
with 2 chest units and 2 trauma units
- 2 fluoroscopic cysto
units (surgery)
- 5 mobile
units (surgery)
- 4 portable radiographic
units (bedside and surgery exams)
In
addition, we also have, located in the Centers of Excellence, a digital Hologic
room and in our ICU area, we have a Centricity computerized radiography unit. We have computerized radiography readers placed
in the Emergency room as well. These technologies provide physicians with immediate
access to exams. It takes many different types of equipment because of the many
types of x-rays that are performed. Examples of such exams include: Barium Enemas,
Upper GI Series, Lumbar Punctures, Myelograms and routine exams such as Chest
x-rays.
The Diagnostic Imaging Section is managed by Gail Bishop RT (R). This section performs over 60,000 exams
each year. You may contact the Diagnostic Imaging Section by calling (479) 314-6200
or by emailing the section manager Gail
Bishop.
