Texas Health Plano is First Hospital in Texas to Offer Next-Generation CT Technology
08/28/2009
PLANO, Texas — Texas Health Presbyterian Hospital Plano is the first hospital in Texas and one of only four in the world to offer patients the next generation of imaging technology.
The LightSpeed® VCT XTe 64-slice computed tomography scanner with Adaptive Statistical Iterative Reconstruction (ASIR) delivers high-speed, high-quality images with significantly less radiation, representing an important advancement in CT scan diagnostics. For patients, this means exposure to radiation is slashed by 30 to 40 percent for routine scans and up to 60 percent in some patients. For cardiac scans, radiation dosage can be reduced up to 83 percent. MORE
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Welcome
The Imaging Department at Texas Health Presbyterian Hospital Plano offers an array of diagnostic imaging services, all in a convenient and comfortable environment.
Imaging is an important tool that physicians on the medical staff may utilize in diagnosing and developing treatment options for their patients. Various modalities and approaches can be used to acquire images. These include X-rays, mammograms, computed tomography (CT) scans, magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) exams, ultrasonography and nuclear medicine.
The entire Imaging Department functions in a "filmless" environment with a Picture Archiving Communication System (PACS) that allows secure access for electronic sharing of high resolution images. These and other imaging advances contribute to the mission of Texas Health Plano which is to improve the health of people in the communities we serve.
Physicians on the medical staff, with the assistance of employees, provide imaging services for inpatients, outpatients and those needing emergency care. In addition, the department is accredited by the American College of Radiology and the Texas Department of Health Services. Radiologists on the medical staff are board certified and technologists are certified by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists.
We're Here for You
Whether you need a general X-ray, digital mammogram or other imaging procedure, Texas Health Plano is here for you. We provide easy access to imaging services and convenient appointments. Follow this link for Maps and Directions to the hospital and Imaging Department.
Scheduling
A physician referral is required for most imaging procedures. For scheduling and procedure information, please go to Scheduling and Forms, call 972-981-4070, or select the appropriate forms below:
Order Forms (needed for all outpatient exams)
Screening Forms
Learn What to Expect
More Exam Information
In addition to sources linked throughout these pages, patient-friendly exam and procedure information is also available through the American College of Radiology and the Radiological Society of North America at their RadiologyInfo Web site.
Our goal is to make your advance preparation and visit as easy and comfortable as possible. We look forward to serving your health needs.
For information on other programs, services and referral to a physician, call 1-877-THR-WELL (1-877-847-9355).
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