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Radiology
St Michael's Hospital employs only Radiologic technologists who are specially
trained to obtain the highest quality studies, and are registered by the
American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT).
St Michael's Hospital Mammographers are also certified in mammograghy through
the ARRT.
St. Michael's Hospital Sonographers are registered by the American Registry of
Diagnostic Medical Sonographers (ARDMS).
The technologists actively participate in continuing medical education to keep
abreast of the latest developments in Diagnostic Imaging.
X-ray
The imaging services department includes general x-ray, such as bone, chest,
and abdomen imaging.
A portable x-ray machine is used to do x-rays in patient rooms and the
emergency room.
A portable X-ray machine (c-arm) can be used to assist in surgery in orthopedic
and other surgical procedures.
The use of radiation to do these procedures makes it very important to only
have Accredited Radiologic Technologists perform these exams.
Ultrasound
 Ultrasound
imaging is a diagnostic medical procedure that uses high-frequency sound waves
to produce dynamic images (sonograms) of organs, tissues, or blood flow inside
the body. Ultrasound plays an important role in prenatal care.
St. Michael's Hospital has state-of-the-art ultrasound equipment, the Acuson
Sequoia.
CT:
 CT
(Computed Tomography), also called CAT scan, is an imaging study that utilizes
x-ray and computers to obtain cross section images of structures within the
body.
St. Michael's Hospital has a Siemens Emotion 6 Scanner that provides fast, high
quality CT images.
Mammogram:
 We
offer the new, Softer Mammogram!Mammography is a type of imaging that
uses low–dose x-ray for examination of the breast. A mammogram is the best
examination for early detection of breast cancer. Screening mammograms
are recommended by the American Cancer Society for all women starting at age
40. Thanks to the St. Michael’s Foundation the hospital has installed the
Hologic LoRad Mammography unit, in November 2005. It has proved to be a
vital addition to our facility, allowing mammograms to be offered every
weekday.
St. Michael's Hospital is FDA certified for mammography.
Nuclear Medicine:
Nuclear Medicine consists of diagnostic examinations that result in images of
the body anatomy and function. The image process is based on the
detection of energy emitted from a radioactive material given to the patient,
either by mouth or intravenously.
Mobile Nuclear medicine service is provided by Central Minnesota Heart Center
on a weekly basis
Bone Density:
Dual-energy x-ray absorptiometry (Dexa) is the established standard for
measuring bone mineral density (BMD). Dexa is a quick, painless procedure
for measuring bone loss. A new GE Lunar BMD machine was installed Sept. 30,
2006 and is fully operational.
MRI:
Also called Magnetic Resonance imaging is a noninvasive exam that utilizes the
properties of magnetism to create three dimensional internal images of the
body. The availability of a mobile MRI scanner is provided by CMDI (Central
Minnesota Diagnostic Imaging) and is scheduled at St. Michael’s Hospital two
days a week, Tuesday AM and Thursday PM.
Radiologists:
Regional Diagnostic Radiology is the premier provider of the most technically
advanced diagnostic imaging and interventional image-guided services to the
people of Central Minnesota. Through continuous improvement efforts, we
strive to produce the most accurate and timely results for our referring
physicians and patients in both the hospital and outpatient settings.
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