Forsyth Medical Center Radiology Services

Services Offered at Forsyth Medical Center Radiology Services

CT Scan (CAT Scan)

• CT (Computerized Tomography) is a detailed X-ray that allows us to see organs that cannot be seen with a normal X-ray. For example, you might need a CT scan of the brain, liver, kidney or lungs. Learn more

Diagnostic X-ray

• A diagnostic X-ray is used to examine internal structures of the chest, back, foot, hand, or other bony structures and soft tissues. Learn more

Fluoroscopy

• Fluoroscopy is an imaging process that is generally used to evaluate the upper and lower gastrointestinal (GI) tract. The process of viewing the lower GI tract is called a Barium Enema. During this exam, a radiologist will be present to view the images while they're being taken. Learn more

IVP - IVU (Intravenous Pyelogram)

• An intravenous pyelogram, also called intravenous urography, is a diagnostic X-ray of the kidneys, ureters, and bladder. When a contrast dye is injected intravenously (IV), the urinary tract will show up very clearly, which is not seen on a regular X-ray.  Learn more

MRI

• Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) generates images of the body without using radiation. Instead an MRI uses strong magnets and radio waves to create an image. In many cases, such as with the brain, an MRI provides the best detailed image available. In other instances, a CT Scan may be more effective, depending on the part of the body being evaluated. Learn more

Myelography

• Myelography is a type of radiology exam that detects pathology of the spinal cord, including the location of a spinal cord injury, cysts, and tumors. The procedure often involves an injection into the spine, followed by several x-ray projections. A myelogram may help to find the cause of pain not found by an MRI or CT. Learn more

Nuclear Medicine

• Nuclear Medicine is another imaging technique that uses advanced technology. Radiopharmaceuticals (radioactive compounds used in radiotherapy or diagnosis) are injected into the body and travel to specific organs such as the heart, bone or liver. Then, images can be obtained of these organs and organ function can be measured. Learn More

Operating Room Imaging

• We provide imaging services in the operating rooms to assist with procedures as deemed by the surgeon.

PET Scan

• PET (Positron Emission Tomography) creates a cross-sectional image of a metabolic process in a human body.  It is useful in showing how tissue or an organ is functioning, as opposed to just showing structure. Learn more

Special Procedures - Angiography and Interventional Radiology

• Interventional radiologists are specially trained Radiologists who use X-rays and other imaging techniques to guide narrow tubes (catheters) and other very small instruments through the blood vessels and other parts of the body to the site of concern. They can treat a variety of medical disorders without surgery. Procedures performed by interventional radiologists (IRs) involve smaller incisions, less pain, and shorter hospital stays generally resulting in less cost to the patient. Learn More

Ultrasound

• Ultrasound is a specialized tool that looks inside the body using sound waves (as opposed to X-rays which use radiation). It is excellent for evaluating many, but not all, areas of the body. Ultrasound is especially effective for examining interior body cavities such as the abdomen.  Learn more