General Knowledge

Oct 26

What is a Musculoskeletal Radiologist?

By Annette Pinder Winter sports season is in full swing and, unfortunately, so are sports injuries. And with icier weather lurking around the corner, it also won’t be long ...

Aug 16

Are X-rays Dangerous? The Truth Behind X-ray Myths

Medical imaging is essential to helping doctors confirm a suspected diagnosis and decide on a treatment path for patients. X-rays work by sending radiation energy through the human body, resulting ...

Jun 26

Why You Need to Get Tested for Osteopenia or Osteoporosis

by Annette Pinder Loss of bone strength due to aging, menopause, and some medical conditions can cause osteopenia or osteoporosis, conditions which increase your risk of bone fractures. According to ...

Feb 25

What are Uterine Fibroids?

Fibroids (leiomyomas) are the most common non-cancerous uterine tumors in women. They occur due to an overgrowth of muscles within the uterus, and recent research reveals that they may be ...

Mar 7

Minimally Invasive Treatments for Varicose Veins

Varicose veins are prominent, ugly veins that frequently occur in the legs. These red, blue, or purple veins are primarily a cosmetic issue for many people. However, varicose veins can ...

Jan 31

Why Would My Doctor Refer Me to a Radiologist?

A radiologist is a licensed and board-certified medical doctor who diagnoses and treats injury and disease using advanced medical imaging technologies such as X-rays, computed tomography (...

Dec 7

Fluoroscopy: What Is It and Why Do You Need One?

Fluoroscopy is a type of imaging that lets your physician better understand the internal structures of your body and how well they are functioning. Whenever a doctor orders an imaging ...

Aug 10

How Long Does an X-Ray take?

How long does an X-Ray take? X-rays are one of the quickest radiology exams you can get. Most x-rays take less than 15 minutes. How do I get an X-Ray? Once ...