If you are one of the 32 million Americans living with osteoarthritis (OA), you know how relentless joint pain can be. Whether it affects your knees, hips, hands or spine, OA can make everyday tasks—like walking, climbing stairs, gardening or even holding a coffee cup—feel challenging. What is osteoarthritis? Osteoarthritis is the most common form of […]
The American Cancer Society estimates that 234,580 new cases of lung cancer will be diagnosed this year in the United States. That includes 7,700 of our friends and neighbors here in Georgia. While lung cancer often gets overshadowed by other forms of cancer, it is incredibly common. In fact, it’s the second most common form […]
In modern medicine, technology plays a vital role in diagnosing and monitoring health conditions with greater precision and less risk to patients. One such advancement is the low-dose CT (computed tomography) scan (LDCT), which has become an invaluable tool in diagnostic imaging. But what exactly is a LDCT, and how does it differ from traditional […]
The American Cancer Society estimates that 234,580 new cases of lung cancer will be diagnosed in 2024, including more than 7,000 cases here in Georgia. But how is lung cancer diagnosed? When you think about cancer, some of the most common cancers probably come to mind—like breast cancer and colorectal cancer. Thanks to innovations over […]
Understanding medical procedures can be a bit overwhelming, especially if you don’t have a medical background. If you or a loved one is scheduled for a PET/CT scan, you might have questions about what it is and what to expect. Let’s break it down into simple terms. What is a PET/CT scan? PET/CT stands for […]
During a recent bout of pneumonia you had, your provider spotted a lung nodule on a routine CT scan. Does that mean you have lung cancer? Lung nodules are incredibly common—and they are often detected during imaging scans related to the diagnosis or treatment of an unrelated condition. In fact, according to the American Thoracic […]
The COVID-19 pandemic has caused many of us re-think our routines due to having to balance remote work, childcare and school, sickness and more. Because of this uncertainty that comes with schedule changes, you may have wanted to delay a routine checkup, screening, or annual mammogram. We want to encourage you not to let the […]
Did you know? 1 in 9 men will be diagnosed with prostate cancer. Interestingly, many prostate cancer cases grow quickly but spread slowly, often going by unnoticed. What is an MRI? Magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) is a test used to diagnose certain medical conditions. MRI uses a powerful magnetic field, radio waves and a computer […]
By: Nekitia Hyde, MS, RDMS (OBGYN, AB), RVT(VT), System Imaging Manager (Ultrasound) How To Know If You Have Uterine Fibroids Many women suffer silently from pelvic pain. Sometimes this pain is caused by uterine fibroids. Fibroids are non-cancerous growths that occur in the uterus and can become as large as the size of a tennis […]
By: Tracy Greer RT(R)(M)(CT), CT | Imaging Modality Manager When you are injured, the best thing to do is contact your primary care physician. In some cases, your doctor may require diagnostic imaging to better understand what is happening inside your body. One of the most common and effective diagnostic imaging procedures are Computed Tomography […]
By: Kourtney Farrow | Manager of Mammography at NGMC Gainesville A breast self-exam is an inspection of your breast that you can do independently, without the help of a physician. Using your eyes and hands, you can determine if there are any changes to the look and feel of your breast. Performing a breast self-exam […]