Imaging and Radiology
Radiology is the branch of medicine that allows us to view the inside of the human body. You are probably familiar with x-rays, one of the most common radiology procedures. X-rays, one of the most common radiology procedures, produce a still picture of bones and organs. Other radiology procedures create moving pictures of your organs at work, while others produce 3-dimensional images of organs and tissue deep within your body. These images help in the early diagnosis and treatment of many conditions.
Radiologist
A radiologist, a doctor who is a specialist in radiology, leads the radiology team. Radiologists work side-by-side with primary care physicians, pediatricians, obstetricians, surgeons, oncologists, and many other doctors to determine the best treatment plan for each patient.
Radiology Technologists
Radiology technologists work with doctors and patients to conduct a number of imaging tests, the results of which are then read by a radiologist. WCGH’s technologists are highly trained and dedicated to educating patients, answering questions, and making patients feel comfortable during a procedure. All radiology technologists are certified nationally by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists and are licensed by the State of Maine.
With the opening of the state’s premier, nationally certified imaging center, state-of-the-art 3D mammography, ultrasound, bone density and needle biopsies are available in our beautiful boutique imaging suite. Choose the WCGH Ann Hooper Center for Women’s Imaging for fewer unnecessary callbacks, greater accuracy and less stress.
Better, earlier, breast cancer detection and greater peace of mind.
Services provided:
- 2D and 3D (Tomosynthesis) Mammography – screening and diagnostic
- Breast Ultrasound
- Ultrasound - other
- Breast MRI interpretation
- Bone Densitometry
- Patient Navigation Services
- Needle Biopsies utilizing 2D and 3D mammography and ultrasound
- Pre-surgical needle localizations utilizing mammography and ultrasound
- Galactography
- En Suite Registration
Please call your insurance provider for coverage details, an imaging order from your healthcare provider is required.
Effective Monday, May 11, Diagnostic Imaging services will now be open to outpatients Monday through Friday from 7 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Please note, we are recommending services only for care that is time sensitive at this time. For questions about time-sensitive care, please click here.
CT
Monday - Friday: 7:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Mammography
Monday - Friday: 7:15 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
MRI
Monday - Friday: 7:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
Nuclear Medicine
Monday - Friday: 7:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.
Ultrasound
Monday - Friday: 7:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
X-ray
Monday - Friday: 7:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.