Preventive health screenings have long been advocated as one of the fundamental healthcare strategies people can adopt to safeguard their health, maintain or improve their quality of life, and prevent disability and even premature death. For years, clinicians, public health organizations, and patient advocacy groups have been using different methods (e.g., persuasive advertising) to increase
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Reasons You Need to Visit a Radiology Clinic
Almost every clinical diagnosis is made using results from a radiology exam or procedure. Radiology uses medical imaging techniques such as ultrasound, X-ray, MRI, and CT scan to view what’s inside the body. The results of the exam are evaluated by a radiologist or a doctor who interprets medical images and communicates them to the
Read MoreNeed a Good Radiology Clinic? Here Are Some Tips for Getting One
Accuracy and quality are key components of a scan when it comes to enabling your doctor to make a correct determination of your health. You want to have your scan done at an imaging facility that has the latest technology, proper procedures, and fast service in delivering the results to your doctor. Plus, your radiology
Read MoreKey Benefits of an MRI Scan
Magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) is a type of medical imaging procedure that uses a strong magnetic field and radio waves to create images for diagnostic and treatment monitoring purposes. The machine itself is a giant magnet. During the test, the patient lies on a table and slides inside the tunnel-like machine. The doctor may recommend
Read MoreReasons Your Doctor Wants You to Get an Ultrasound
Getting an ultrasound is often associated with pregnancy, as ultrasounds are frequently used to monitor fetus growth and health. But beyond this, ultrasound can be a powerful tool in helping your doctor to check various aspects of your body. As a medical imaging technology, ultrasound uses sound waves and computer technology to give a glimpse
Read More3D Mammograms FAQs
For your next mammogram, you may want to choose a 3D mammography breast exam – also called breast tomosynthesis – which gives your doctor a highly detailed, three-dimensional image of your breast tissue. Not all imaging facilities offer this revolutionary scanning procedure. Let’s answer some of the most frequently asked questions (FAQs) about 3D mammograms:
Read MoreWhat Is an Abnormal Mammogram?
Getting a call from the doctor’s office saying you had an abnormal mammogram can be nerve-wracking. However, abnormal mammogram results do not necessarily mean breast cancer. Out of the millions of women who get a mammogram in any given year, many will receive abnormal results, but only about 10% of those women will require further
Read MoreUnderstanding the Importance of Preventive Health Care
The importance of routine wellness visits cannot be stressed enough. These appointments are critical to keeping you in the best health possible while also preventing illnesses from developing in the future. As such, talk to your doctor about incorporating preventative health care appointments into your medical care plan. Here are some of the benefits: Prevent
Read MoreWomen’s Imaging and Interventions
The first step in diagnosing and treating neurological, musculoskeletal, and other women’s healthcare issues is utilizing radiological imaging. At Starling Diagnostics, we provide a wide range of advanced diagnostic services designed to provide the most comprehensive analysis, enabling our patients to receive the treatment they need in the most timely and effective manner. Depending on
Read MoreWhat Is Interventional Radiology?
Most people do not know about the versatility of radiology and that it doesn’t only incorporate basic diagnostics. Radiology has different specialties, and one of those is interventional radiology. Starling Diagnostics would like to take a moment to educate you about what this branch of radiology entails. What is Interventional Radiology? Interventional radiology uses imaging
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