Nuclear medicine harnesses a combination of computer technology, chemistry, physics, mathematics, and medicine. This specialty is the practice of using small amounts of radioactive materials that are either injected, inhaled, or swallowed in preparation of an imaging scan. This way, the ... [Read More]
Nuclear Medicine
Advances and Treatments in Nuclear Medicine
Nuclear medicine is a specialized field of medicine that involves the use of radioactive substances in diagnosing and treating disease. It is especially used in imaging, including single-photon emission computerized tomography (SPECT) and positron emission tomography (PET) scans, and the use of ... [Read More]
How an Imaging Center May Save Your Life
There is no doubt about it: technology is changing our lives. And, in the field of medicine, it is saving lives, too. Technological innovations are constantly being developed. Especially remarkable are the advances in diagnostic radiology, which allows healthcare providers to detect diseases and ... [Read More]
Nuclear Medicine: Weighing Out the Pros and Cons
Nuclear energy has long been a sensitive topic of conversation. However, it’s hard to deny the great advancements that it has offered – from powering our grids (it now offers around 11% of the world’s electricity),1 to defending our country, should that be necessary. Simply put, nuclear technology ... [Read More]
Spotlight Independent Imaging: Best Diagnostic Services in Wellington
The Independent Imaging Difference “Patient centered care.” It sounds nice, but what does it really mean? While it may be a catch-phrase to some, to us it means that we build our services around your real life needs. It means that we set out every single day to earn the title of best diagnostic ... [Read More]