Imaging & Diagnostic Services
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Imaging & Diagnostic Services
Imaging & Diagnostic Services
Early and accurate diagnosis is considered a vital factor in effective treatment of disease. The decision to what kind of imaging services will be most appropriate is made by clinicians and radiologists (a physician who specializes in the field of imaging) working together.
The Medical Imaging Department at Parkridge Medical Center is staffed by radiologic technologists who have extensive training in diagnostic radiography.
Picture Archiving and Communication System
In 2008, Parkridge began using the Picture Archiving and Communication System (PACS). This system stores medical images such as X-rays, ultrasounds and CT Scans on a computer, eliminating the need to keep a hard (film) copy and making the images accessible to doctors and medical professionals in remote locations.