what is an mri

MRI vs. Ultrasound: Which is Better?

The world of diagnostic imaging can be very hazy (though hopefully your images are not). There’s of buzzwords that get thrown around, and you might feel lost in the shuffle. MRI? PET? CT? Ultrasound? X-ray? Contrast? Open? Closed? What does it all mean? Today, we hope to help demystify the difference between an MRI and an ultrasound. Continue Reading Article >

Do I Need a CT Scan or an MRI?

Diagnostic imaging allows doctors to examine inside a patient’s body to gather clues as to what may be causing the patient’s complications. Of course, there are many forms of diagnostic imaging tests depending on many factors. The common types of tests include X-ray, CT scan (also known as CAT scan), and MRI scan. Continue Reading Article >