Body imaging, or cross-sectional imaging, generally refers to imaging of the chest, abdomen and pelvis for diagnosis of infectious, inflammatory, neoplastic, traumatic, vascular, and developmental diseases. Specialists typically have additional experience in performing and interpreting diagnostic studies to diagnose all disease processes of the body using MRI, CT and ultrasound in addition to other techniques. Body imagers also perform invasive procedures such as biopsies, drainage procedures and tumor ablation.
Physicians specializing in Body Imaging:
Tamara J. Boore, M.D.
Kevin J. Coakley, M.D.
Kanchan Gupta, M.D.
George R. Magre, M.D.
Angela M. Schilsky, M.D.
Jennifer L. Sharp, M.D.
Andrew D. Sherrick, M.D.
Daniel L. Stanton, M.D.
Breast imaging is the specialty area that includes all of the diagnostic services that concentrate on the breast tissue. Routine screening mammography is typically the first step but additional studies may be necessary to identify irregularities within the breast and surrounding tissue.
Physicians specializing in Breast Imaging:
Eileen J. Figuerres, M.D.
Robert K. Haag, M.D.
Kenneth L. Kraudel, M.D.
D. Randal Ruskey, M.D.
Daniel L. Shekleton, M.D.
Patricia W. Whitworth, M.D.
Lisa S. Wichterman, M.D.
Diagnostic imaging encompasses plain x-ray imaging of the body including the chest, abdomen, and bones. This area also includes contrast studies such as IVP, upper GI, lower GI, and arthrography. With the advancement of technology, digital imaging is standard, significantly reducing radiation exposure while at the same time enhancing interpretation and storage of exams.
Physicians specializing in Diagnostic Imaging:
David R. Alexander, M.D.
Todd W. Anderson, M.D.
David M. Ayoub, M.D.
Joseph J. Baima Jr., M.D.
John B. Becker Jr., M.D.
Robin S. Biermann, M.D.
Tamara J. Boore, M.D.
Russell M. Bruney, M.D.
Robert C. Burke, M.D.
Naveen S. Chapa, M.D.
Lucyann R. Christopherson, M.D.
Kevin J. Coakley, M.D.
Jeffrey P. Cullen, M.D.
M. Joelle Curry, M.D.
John G. Felker, M.D.
Eileen J. Figuerres, M.D.
Kanchan Gupta, M.D.
Robert K. Haag, M.D.
Robert R. Knudson, M.D.
Kenneth L. Kraudel, M.D.
Raymond K. Lee, M.D.
Bruce Linder, M.D.
Mary A. Ludolph, M.D.
George R. Magre, M.D.
Arthur W. Mardis, M.D.
Susan C. Minikel, M.D.
William D. Moore, M.D., Ph.D.
Charles E. Neal, M.D.
Robert B. Nordstrom, M.D.
Willett W. Pang, M.D.
Joshua D. Rieke, M.D.
Gerald T. Riley, M.D.
J.A. 'Tony' Rodriguez, M.D., FACR
D. Randal Ruskey, M.D.
John H. Schlepphorst, D.O.
Jennifer L. Sharp, M.D.
John M. Snodsmith, M.D.
Gene W. Spector, M.D.
Prasad C. Vasireddy, M.D.
Ryan R. Watson, M.D.
Patricia W. Whitworth, M.D.
Lisa S. Wichterman, M.D.
Kenneth W. Winkler, M.D.
Brandon J. Wynn, D.O.
Interventional radiology combines x-ray imaging and minimally invasive surgical techniques for the purpose of treating a variety of medical disorders without surgery. Interventional radiologists perform a wide variety of procedures including but not limited to angiograms, venous catheter placement, and embolizations. Procedures performed with imaging guidance have lower complication rates and quicken the recovery times.
Physicians specializing in Interventional Radiology:
David R. Alexander, M.D.
Robert C. Burke, M.D.
Naveen S. Chapa, M.D.
Raymond K. Lee, M.D.
Casey M. Muehle, M.D.
John H. Schlepphorst, D.O.
Curtis L. Settlemoir, M.D.
Syam Vasireddy, M.D.
Musculoskeletal imaging is used to aid in the diagnosis of arthritis, ligament and tendon injury, infection of the bone and joint, as well as evaluation for extremity neoplasm (cancer). Commonly used methods of imaging include x-ray, MRI, CT, and ultrasound. Specialists in this field can perform joint injections/aspirations and also biopsies of masses in the extremity areas.
Physicians specializing in Musculoskeletal Imaging:
John B. Becker Jr., M.D.
George R. Magre, M.D.
Joshua D. Rieke, M.D.
Neuroradiology generally refers to imaging of the head, neck and spine. Common diagnoses include stroke, cancer, infection, inflammation, trauma, as well as age related degeneration of the spine. Most commonly, MRI and CT are utilized for diagnosis. Interventional procedures are also performed for diagnosis and/or treatment including angiography, lumbar puncture, and needle injections.
Physicians specializing in Neuroradiology:
Marc A. Apostol, M.D.
Joseph J. Baima Jr., M.D.
Russell M. Bruney, M.D.
Lucyann R. Christopherson, M.D.
William D. Moore, M.D., Ph.D.
Willett W. Pang, M.D.
Craig P. Russo, M.D.
Nuclear medicine uses very small amounts of radioactive materials (radiopharmaceuticals) to diagnose and treat disease. In imaging, the radiopharmaceuticals are detected by special types of cameras that work with computers to provide very precise pictures about the area of the body being imaged. In treatment, the radiopharmaceuticals go directly to the organ being treated. The amount of radiation in a typical nuclear imaging procedure is comparable with that received during a diagnostic x-ray, and the amount received in a typical treatment procedure is kept within safe limits. Today, nuclear medicine offers procedures that are essential in many medical specialties, from pediatrics to cardiology to psychiatry. New and innovative nuclear medicine treatments that target and pinpoint molecular levels within the body are revolutionizing our understanding of and approach to a range of diseases and conditions. (Society of Nuclear Medicine)
Physicians specializing in Nuclear Medicine:
David M. Ayoub, M.D.
Robert R. Knudson, M.D.
Charles E. Neal, M.D.
Kenneth W. Winkler, M.D.
Pediatric imaging is the application of diagnostic to aid in the understanding, diagnosis, therapy, and follow-up of diseases of infants and children. Pediatric radiologists have pursued additional, specialized training in performing and interpreting imaging of children of all ages, utilizing plain film , ultrasound, CT, MRI, fluoroscopy and nuclear medicine. While pediatric radiologists are involved in many of the studies performed on children, other sub-specialists may assist in the care of pediatric patients.
Physicians specializing in Pediatric Imaging:
Mary A. Ludolph, M.D.