Sentences with phrase «medicine imaging procedures»

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«Even before the patient completes all of the MRIs, CT scans and other imaging procedures following diagnosis, we can have a recommendation for which drug and dosage to prescribe,» said Kareem Azab, PhD, an assistant professor of radiation oncology at the School of Medicine and the Siteman Cancer Center member who leads the research.

While these imaging procedures, including fluoroscopically guided procedures such as cardiac catheterization, computed tomography scans, and nuclear medicine studies, are critical for accurate diagnosis and intervention, ionizing radiation in high doses can be harmful.

The scope of practice in nuclear medicine technology includes, but is not limited to, the following areas and responsibilities: Patient Care; Quality Control; Diagnostic Procedures; Radiopharmaceuticals; In - Vivo Diagnostic Testing; In - Vitro Diagnostic Testing; Transmission Imaging; Radionuclide Therapy and Radiation Safety.

More than ever, it is important that we educate others (patients, referring physicians, students, and even politicians) on the utility of nuclear medicine procedures and their benefits over other treatment and imaging modalities.

A typical nuclear medicine procedure may impart a radiation dose to the patient comparable to about one to four years of natural background radiation depending on the type of study.1 As with X-rays, the value of diagnostic imaging is great and the risks are negligible compared to the health benefits of having the procedure.

Nuclear medicine is also different from other imaging procedures in that it determines the presence of disease based on biological changes in tissue rather than changes in anatomy.

Radiation dose for all nuclear medicine and molecular imaging procedures should be optimized so that the patient receives the smallest possible amount of radiopharmaceutical that will provide the appropriate diagnostic information.

SNMMI Position Statement on Dose Optimization for Nuclear Medicine and Molecular Imaging Procedures

When nuclear medicine and molecular imaging procedures are performed correctly on appropriate patients, the benefits of the procedure very far outweigh the potential risks.

The Society of Nuclear Medicine and Molecular Imaging Technologist Section as part of the SNMMI, is constantly striving to make a difference in the way nuclear medicine and molecular imaging technologists receive academic and continuing education as well as information concerning new procedures, technologies and eqMedicine and Molecular Imaging Technologist Section as part of the SNMMI, is constantly striving to make a difference in the way nuclear medicine and molecular imaging technologists receive academic and continuing education as well as information concerning new procedures, technologies and equImaging Technologist Section as part of the SNMMI, is constantly striving to make a difference in the way nuclear medicine and molecular imaging technologists receive academic and continuing education as well as information concerning new procedures, technologies and eqmedicine and molecular imaging technologists receive academic and continuing education as well as information concerning new procedures, technologies and equimaging technologists receive academic and continuing education as well as information concerning new procedures, technologies and equipment.

The company offers magnetic resonance imaging, computed tomography, positron emission tomography, nuclear medicine, mammography, ultrasound, diagnostic radiology, fluoroscopy and other related procedures.

Internal Medicine Veterinary Services include a variety of advanced laboratory testing, diagnostic imaging (including x-ray, ultrasound, CT, and high - field MRI), and procedures, including endoscopic procedures.

Internal Medicine services include a variety of advanced laboratory testing, diagnostic imaging (including CT, ultrasound, and x-rays), and procedures, including endoscopic procedures.

IR is a specialty in veterinary medicine that utilizes imaging modalities (fluoroscopy, ultrasound and computed tomography) to perform minimally invasive procedures for diagnostic and therapeutic purposes.

IR is a specialty in veterinary medicine, being pioneered at UC Davis, that utilizes imaging modalities (eg., fluoroscopy, ultrasound, computed tomography) to perform minimally invasive procedures for diagnostic and therapeutic purposes.

Florida Veterinary Referral Center & 24 - Hour Emergency and Critical Care Location: Estero, FL Doctors: Multiple Services Provided: Advanced Imaging, Behavior, Chemotherapy, Critical Care, emergency, Endoscopy Procedures, Internal Medicine, Laparoscopy, Radioiodine I - 131, Radiology, Soft Tissue, Orthopedic, and Neurosurgery, Ultrasound Website: www.flvrc.com

Services Provided: 24 Hour Emergency Veterinary Hospital, Canine Rehabilitation and Sports Medicine, Cardiology, Diagnostic Imaging, Internal Medicine, Interventional Cardiology, Interventional Radiology, Neurosurgery, Orthopedic Surgery, Surgical Oncology, Soft Tissue Procedures, Veterinary Dentistry

Interventional Radiology (IR) is a specialty in veterinary medicine that utilizes imaging modalities (eg., fluoroscopy, ultrasound, computed tomography) to perform minimally invasive procedures for diagnostic and therapeutic purposes.

Listed in descending order of importance on the examination, the key areas are: animal care and nursing, anesthesia, laboratory procedures, pharmacy and pharmacology, surgical nursing, diagnostic imaging, pain management / analgesia, dentistry, and emergency medicine / critical care.

Eighty - four employees, 12 specialists, and four emergency doctors provide 24/7 emergency and critical care services as well as state - of - the - art care in cardiology, internal medicine, surgery, nutrition, ophthalmology, physical rehabilitation & acupuncture, oncology, specialty imaging, minimally - invasive / interventional procedures, and nursing care.

Preventative health care - Wellness examinations - Vaccinations - Nutritional counselling - Health screenings - Weight management - Dental examinations - Surgical sterilization (ovariohysterectomies and castrations)- Dental prophylactic cleanings - Microchip identification - Behavioral counselling Ophthalmology - Ophthomologic examinations - Applanation tonometry - Ophthalmic surgeries Dentistry - Routine prohylactic cleanings - Extractions - Oral surgery - Preventative home care counselling Dermatology - Ectoparasite counselling and treatment - Allergy diagnoses and management - Otitis diagnoses and treatment - Infectious and traumatic skin disorder diagnoses and treatment Internal Medicine - Heart disease / failure management - Kidney disease management - Diabetic management - Endocrinology - Gastroenterology - Urinary tract disease management - Musculoskeletal disorders Soft Tissue Surgery - Gastrointestinal foreign body removals - Oncological (cancer) surgeries - Wound repairs - Surgical sterilizations - Urinary tract / bladder surgeries Orthopedic Surgery - Onchyectomy (declaws)- Fracture repairs - Stifle surgeries (limited to certain procedures)- Limb amputations Diagnostic Imaging - Flexible fiberoptic endoscopy - Digital radiography - Color flow, Doppler ultrasonography - Microendoscope Boarding - Climate controlled kennel - Fully fenced exercise yard - Seperate areas for hospital patients and boarders - Seperate areas for canines and felines - Medical boarding available when home care / treatment difficult

EXPERIENCE Radiology Technologist September 2008 - September 2009 Godwin Corporation, Tripler Army Medical Center, HI Proficient in all clerical aspects of radiology to include patient check - in, informed consent, and use of CHCS and PACS programs Fluoroscopic exams to include pediatric and adult barium enemas, esophagrams, G.I. studies, VCUG's, HSG's, and modified barium swallows Use of portable C - arm in operating room procedures to include orthopedic, spinal, abdominal, urologic, vascular, and interventional radiology cases Operation of stationary C - arm in upper and lower extremity arthrogram studies and lumbar punctures Preparation of contrast material for gastrointestinal, gynecological, urologic, intravenous and intra-arterial studies Inpatient and outpatient diagnostic x-rays to include upper and lower extremities, cranium, chest and abdomen Proficient in emergency patient care protocol to include CPR, oxygen administration, suction and use of monitoring systems such as EKG and blood pressure equipment Adherence to all radiation protection standards in accordance with ALARA Instruction of Army Radiology students in all aspects of radiography Radiology Specialist (Active Duty) February 2008 - July 2008 U.S. Army, Tripler Army Medical Center, HI Diagnostic radiographic imaging using digital, portable, C - arm and plain film systems Fluoroscopic, orthopedic and operating room radiography utilizing GE, Siemens, Canon, and Fuji equipment Interventional procedures to include aortograms, peripheral and cerebral angiography, venography, femoral runoffs, arthrograms, fistulagrams and lumbar punctures Preparation and set up of sterile field and instruments for interventional and fluoroscopic procedures using proper sterile technique Proper set up and use of intra-arterial and intravenous injector systems Experience with reconstruction, subtraction, road mapping and duplication of digital images Orientation to additional radiology modalities such as ultrasound, MRI, nuclear medicine, CT and mammography