Low dose CT lung screening is recommended for high-risk individuals with a history of heavy smoking. Have a discussion with your primary care physician about scheduling the exam.
Detect various types of tumor in the vertebral column, including those that have spread there from another area of the body. Some tumors that arise elsewhere are first identified by finding deposits of malignant cells (metastases) in the vertebrae; prostate cancer is an example.
The dog must be trained to take a specific action when needed to assist the person with a disability. For example, a person with diabetes may have a dog that is trained to alert him when his blood sugar reaches high or low levels. A person with depression may have a dog that is trained to remind her to take her medication. Or, a person who has epilepsy may have a dog that is trained to detect the onset of a seizure and then help the person remain safe during the seizure.
The service animal must wait in a designated area during the exam itself. Because our exams use ionizing radiation, magnetic fields, radiofrequency, and ultrasound waves, only the patient and trained imaging center personnel who are directly involved with the exam or procedure are allowed into our imaging rooms and recovery areas. All patients are continuously supervised during their exams by a medical professional while they are separated from their service animal.
MRI
MAGNETOM Verio is the shortest 3T system available today, with an ultra-light magnet. The Magnetom Verio 3T machine is a 70cm open bore MRI system that is equipped with the Tim™ (Total Imaging Matrix) technology that allows for shorter exam times. This system offers more access that will result in more comfort for the patient. This system has been designed for patients of all shapes and sizes. The table on this machine can accommodate patients up to 550 lbs. Patients have less discomfort as well as less anxiety resulting in less sedation The MAGNETOM Verio offers greater patient access and comfort made possible by the 70 cm Open Bore resulting in higher throughput and more referrals. Because patients feel less discomfort and anxiety, it reduces the need for sedation and minimizes claustrophobic rejections. In addition, Tim™ technology also increases throughput thanks to shorter scan time. This machine has a TrueForm™ ultra-light magnet and gradient design that fits the true form of the body. This results in more imaging volume compared to the conventional MRI designs. It also has a higher image quality, better fat saturation as well as the ability to efficiently use the full available field of view of 50×50×45 cm, accessing an anatomical coverage of up to a 50 cm field of view.
Radiology
Pueblo Medical Imaging (PMI) is owned and operated by Radiology Associates of Nevada (RAN). RAN has been servicing the Greater Las Vegas Area Since 1977.
X-Rays
Nuclear Medicine
Mammography
Lumps or abnormalities in the breast are often detected by physical examination, mammography, or other imaging studies. However, it is not always possible to tell from these imaging tests whether a growth is benign or cancerous.
Computed Tomography
CT scanning—sometimes called CAT scanning—is a noninvasive medical test that helps physicians diagnose and treat medical conditions. CT imaging combines special x-ray equipment with sophisticated computers to produce multiple images or pictures of the inside of the body. These cross-sectional images of the area being studied can then be examined on a computer monitor or printed. CT scans of internal organs, bone, soft tissue and blood vessels provide greater clarity and reveal more details than regular x-ray exams.
Radiation Therapy
Interventional Radiology
Interventional Radiology is one of the most technologically advanced and fastest growing specialties of modern medicine. As a subspecialty of radiology, IR utilizes image-guidance via ultrasound, x-ray, CT, MRI, and fluoroscopy to perform advanced minimally-invasive procedures in an operating room type setting. Many procedures that once required surgery can be performed by an Interventional Radiologist without general anesthesia or incisions, thus enabling patients to go home the very same day. Out-patient procedures are performed at Pueblo Medical Imaging, while In-patient procedures are performed at the Dignity St. Rose Hospitals. Consultations for both in-patient and out-patient procedures are available at our Interventional Radiology clinic at our Rainbow location: 5495 S Rainbow Blvd Ste 101 Las Vegas NV 89118. Please call (702) 228-7344 to schedule your appointment.