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Riverpark
Medical Center incorporates a Digital Imaging Center, which
offers patients a level of technological excellence, convenience
and accountability unparalleled in the Miss-Lou area.
We're proud to feature the trend setting equipment from General
Electric (GE) Medical, the leader in diagnostic imaging. Among
the FIRSTS for our region are a high resolution MRI, four
times the resolution and speed of an open MRI. We offer Multi-slice
Light Speed CT, giving your physician up to 4X the information
of conventional spiral CT. In addition we have one of the
first digital mammography units in the south allowing the
physician to zoom in, magnify, and optimize different parts
of breast tissue without having to take another image. To
compliment Digital Mammography we have added the FDA approved
Computer Aided Detection (CAD) system which acts as a "second
pair of eyes" for the radiologist. CAD works by applying
a mathematical algorithm that digitally scans every inch of
your mammogram and highlights all potential regions of interest.
Our digital radiology Picture Archiving and Communication
System (PACS) will make consultations and second opinions
easily available anywhere the Internet can take you.
We also offer 3-D ultrasound, digital fluoroscopy, digital
x-ray, and osteoporosis evaluation (bone density).
We believe our patients deserve the best today and tomorrow,
that's why we have made a long-term commitment to keeping
both technology and equipment current.
Our
Staff
Our
Medical Director, Dr. Fred G. Emrick, has clinical expertise
in every modality we offer including: High Resolution MRI,
Digital Mammography and Multi-slice CT. Dr. Emrick is committed
to providing a new standard of radiological excellence to
our region by implementing quality protocols on all diagnostic
equipment. Dr. David Jewell, board certified and fellowship
trained, brings extensive experience and expertise in the
fields of MRI and CT image interpretation to Riverparkıs advanced
technology imaging center. Dr Jewellıs goal is to bring state
of the art image quality and interpretation to each case he
interprets so that referring physicians have the highest quality
information on which to base patient care decisions. Allen
Terrell, M.S.R.T., Director of Imaging Services, leads a team
of registered radiology technologists in providing professional
and personal service to every patient. The primary objective
of the Riverpark Digital Imaging Center is to meet the imaging
needs of all area physicians and healthcare providers by assuring
quality services in a timely manner.
Our
Services
Our Imaging Center will offer pre-admission of patients, private
admission areas, prompt and courteous service, patient information
with regard to exam preparation, post procedure follow up
and patient education. We offer a relaxed environment by providing
a private consultation area, separate dressing and waiting
areas for men and women, and “ a personal touch ”
that includes availability of robes and a warm blanket during
your procedure.
Diagnostic
Procedures and Equipment
Below you can find an overview of different tests and equipment
you may encounter when you visit the NEW Riverpark
Digital Imaging Medical.
(Links to information about each piece of equipment to be
established)
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CT- Multi-slice Computed Axial Tomography
• MRI- High Resolution 1.5T Magnetic Resonance Imaging
• New Digital Mammography with Computer Aided Detection
(CAD)
• Radiology Ultrasound
• Radiology Picture Archiving and Communication System
(PACS)
• Digital Fluoroscopy and X-ray
• Bone Density
• Vascular Ultrasound
Women's
Services
Riverpark is dedicated to providing information to help women
make more confident and informed decisions. Our partnership
with GE Medical insures not only the latest diagnostic tools
but also access to women's healthcare advocates, leaders and
nationally recognized experts. We are committed to empowering
women with knowledge and insight to help them stay on the
road to better health.
Breast
Health
Women should set up a plan for good breast health, through
mammograms, regular breast self-examinations, examinations,
understanding their breast cancer risks and genetics. Learn
about breast cancer diagnostic procedures such as digital
mammograms offered at Riverpark, read about breast cancer
treatment options (radiation, chemotherapy and breast surgery),
even listen to a conference call between breast cancer experts
and patients, or watch a video on the web, visit http://www.hersource.com/breast/index.cfm
Osteoporosis Treatment and Prevention
In the U.S. today, 10 million individuals already have osteoporosis
and 18 million more have low bone mass, placing them at increased
risk for this disease. Osteoporosis affects many women, Riverpark
is committed to the latest diagnostic methods and education
to help deter this women's disease. For more information visit
http://www.hersource.com/osteo/osteo_index.cfm
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