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What is Clinical Radiologists, S.C.?
Clinical Radiologists, S.C. (CRSC), is a premier radiology group, based in Springfield, Illinois. With more than 50 board certified physicians covering all radiology sub-specialties, CRSC is one of the largest and most progressive radiology groups in Illinois. CRSC provides service to patients in a variety of settings, including -- tertiary, community, and critical access hospitals; multispecialty and single specialty clinics as well as physician offices.
Our Mission:
The physicians and employees of Clinical Radiologists, S.C., are committed to providing consistent, superior service that meets or exceeds our customers’ expectations. To achieve this goal, our organization promotes teamwork, continuous learning, and ongoing quality improvement.
CRSC is composed of a large base of physicians living and practicing in Springfield, IL, and adjacent communities. In addition, a team of radiologists has been developed and networked across the state and in strategic locations around the country.
CRSC maintains a team of skilled radiologists with many years of experience working with physicians across multiple disciplines. Our radiologists deliver quality interpretations for referring physicians and their patients. CRSC has general diagnostic as well as fellowship-trained physicians, specializing in all areas of radiology, including-- CT; MRI; Ultrasound; Nuclear Medicine; Interventional Radiology; Pediatric Radiology; Neuroradiology; Musculoskeletal; Cross-Sectional Imaging; and Breast Imaging. CRSC has been on the cutting edge of both diagnostic imaging and interventional procedures. We were the first group in the state to provide in house coverage 24 hours a day, seven days a week.
Members of CRSC participate in research activities, including multiple nationwide trials. Participation in such trials is a reflection of our expertise, reputation and commitment to quality patient care. In addition, CRSC physicians provide faculty for the diagnostic radiology residency program at Southern Illinois University School of Medicine. We are training the next generation of radiologists while providing outstanding care to patients in Central Illinois.
A radiologist is a physician who practices the specialty called diagnostic radiology. Like all physicians, a radiologist undergoes extensive education and training. After four years of medical school, a radiologist will have a one year internship in medicine or surgery. The internship is followed by a four year residency, which includes thorough training in all facets of diagnostic radiology. Towards the end of residency, the radiologist must pass a written test covering the physics of imaging, a written test covering all clinical aspects of radiology, and an oral examination covering all aspects of radiology. Upon completion of that training and successful passing of those tests, the radiologist is certified by the American Board of Radiology and is a board certified radiologist.
Some radiologists will opt for additional sub-specialty training after completion of their residency. The additional training is called a fellowship and usually lasts one to two years. Areas of sub-specialty training include: breast imaging, neuroradiology (imaging of the brain and spine), body imaging, chest and cardiac imaging, musculoskeletal radiology, nuclear medicine, interventional radiology and pediatric radiology.
The practice of radiology involves two general types of work: diagnostic imaging and interventional procedures. Diagnostic imaging involves interpretation of images created by any imaging modality, including x-rays, ultrasound (US), magnetic resonance imaging (MRI), computed tomography (CT), nuclear medicine, etc. The imaging and interpretation help in diagnosing or following disease processes. Interventional procedures involve placements of needles or tubes into the body, generally to diagnose or treat disease. A comprehensive list of procedures we perform can be found here.