Imaging services
Imaging exams allow radiologists (imaging specialists) and physicians to view structures and activity within the body. This is vital for diagnosis but also for treatment, to ensure your care plan is working as it should.
Diagnostic imaging for spine care in Dallas, Texas
Get excellent spine care with diagnostic imaging services provided by Medical City Spine Hospital, in Dallas, Texas.
The radiologists, technicians and specialists at our hospital work collaboratively to make accurate diagnoses and create personalized treatment plans. Medical City Spine Hospital also offers low-dose X-ray imaging, which transmits much less radiation than traditional X-rays.
Diagnostic imaging in Dallas-Fort Worth
Medical City Spine Hospital is home to orthopedic and surgical specialists dedicated to improving each patient's quality of life. Part of the process to diagnose and treat neck, back and spine conditions includes diagnostic imaging, also known as radiology.
Radiologic and imaging services use small amounts of radiation to examine the body's internal structures. These images or videos allow doctors to create a treatment plan focused on the highest rate of success with the lowest risk possible.
Imaging services we provide
Some of the imaging services we provide include:
- Computed tomography (CT) scan
- Fluoroscopy
- Magnetic resonance imaging (MRI)
- Nuclear medicine imaging
- X-ray
Low-dose X-ray imaging
Medical City Spine Hospital offers advanced imaging services, including a low-dose X-ray system. These low radiation scans are a breakthrough in imaging devices, transmitting up to 85 percent less radiation than traditional X-ray scans.
Unlike traditional 2D models, our X-rays create a detailed images of how the patient’s body works in real time. This technology is especially effective for diagnosing and treating back pain, neck pain and scoliosis. Low-dose X-rays take about 20 seconds to complete, with a total time of about four minutes for a full frontal and lateral spinal exam. Scans can be done with patients either sitting or standing.
Scheduling a medical imaging appointment
All imaging services require doctor's orders before an appointment can be set. Your primary care physician or specialist can send their orders to us, or they may give you paperwork to bring in to your imaging appointment.
To schedule or reschedule an appointment, call (972) 940-8114. If you do not have doctor's orders and need a physician referral, call (972) 566-7111.
Low-dose 3D X-ray imaging
Medical City Spine Hospital offers advanced imaging services, including the EOS(R) low-dose X-ray system. EOS scans demonstrate a breakthrough in imaging devices, transmitting up to 85 percent less radiation than traditional X-ray scans.
This video shows an example EOS Imaging scan at Medical City Spine Hospital. These scans display a lot of data, including a 3-D image of a patient's spine, along with parameters for surgeons to use before and after surgery. The scans also allow physicians to see a variety of angles and viewing modes.