Diagnostic & Outpatient Imaging
Diagnostic & Screening Tests
MRI
The MRI (Magnetic Resonance Imaging) enables physicians to “see” and diagnose disease or assess internal tissue damage without the use of X-rays. Precise images can assist in early disease detection and treatment, thereby reducing the need for some diagnostic surgeries. Unlike mobile units, the fixed-based MRI greatly improves image quality and thereby offers greater accuracy for proper diagnosis and treatment.
CT Scan
A CT scan (Computerized Tomography) is a highly sophisticated X-ray that combines a series of images from different angles and uses computer processing that creates cross-sectional images, or “slices,” of bones, blood vessels and soft tissue. It assists in the detection of tissue damage or irregularities throughout the body and provides rapid, detailed results.
Mammography
Our Women’s Diagnostic Center provides comprehensive breast imaging services designed to meet the unique needs of women. We use the latest technology in computer-aided detection (CAD) for mammography. It produces digital images, and computer software searches and highlights abnormal areas of density, mass or calcification, alerting our physicians to the need for further analysis.
Ultrasound
An ultrasound is a non-invasive imaging method that uses high-frequency sound waves to produce images of structures within the body. Diagnostic ultrasound (also called sonography) is an imaging technique using high-frequency sound waves to produce images of structures within your body. The new ABUS (Automated Breast Ultrasound System) has been clinically proven to increase breast cancer detection by up to 35.7 percent. The ABUS is approved by the FDA for breast cancer screening in addition to mammography for asymptomatic women with dense breast tissue and no prior interventions.
Nuclear Medicine
Nuclear medicine is a branch of medical imaging that uses small amounts of radioactive material to diagnose and determine the severity of or treat a variety of diseases, including many types of cancers, heart disease, gastrointestinal, endocrine, neurological disorders and other abnormalities within the body.
Procedures
Stereotactic Breast Biopsy
Women faced with a small breast lump or suspicious findings on a mammogram have a less invasive, outpatient breast biopsy option at Cullman Regional. The procedure is done with the Mammotome® Breast Biopsy System, a minimally invasive device that allows biopsy of suspicious tissue through a tiny incision. The procedure takes less than an hour and provides for a quick recovery.
Fluoroscopy
Fluoroscopy captures moving body structures with a high clarity, live-image x-ray “video.” Using barium or dye injection, the radiologist is able to see and evaluate organs, tissue, bone and blood flow in motion on a computer monitor.
Myelography
A myelogram uses contrast dye and X-rays or CT scan to look for problems in the spine – including the spinal cord, nerve roots and other tissues. It is conducted by a radiologist and is also known as myelography.
Bone Densitometer
Measures bone density and compares a patient’s bone quality to that of a “young adult” at peak bone strength to determine a person’s risk for fracture and can indicate osteoporosis.
Diagnostic Imaging
Hours:
Our goal is to get you in and out as quickly as possible. We offer same-day appointments when available. Call to schedule 256-737-2667.
Location:
First floor, main hospital
Contact: 256-737-2180
Scheduling: 256-737-2667
Scheduling Fax: 256-585-6319
Pre-certification: 256-737-2175
Pre-certification Fax: 256-737-2176
Outpatient Imaging
Hours:
Monday – Friday:
7 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Location:
1958 AL Hwy 157
Cullman, AL 35058
Contact: 256-735-5000
Fax: 256-735-5001
Scheduling: 256-737-2667
Scheduling Fax: 256-737-2010
Hartselle Health Park Imaging Center
Hours:
Monday – Friday:
9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Location:
1549 US-31
Hartselle, AL 35640
Contact: 256-735-5940