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Diagnostic Imaging
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Contact: Julius Kocsondy
Phone: (860) 823-6303
Address: 326 Washington Street | Norwich, CT 06360
Location: Ground level of Backus main building
Overview
The Diagnostic Imaging Department, fully accredited by the American College of Radiology, is one of the hospital's busiest areas and is constantly evolving with the latest technology and procedures. It is fully equipped and expertly staffed to provide a wide range of imaging studies including Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI); Computerized Tomography, better known as the CT Scan; Ultrasound; X-Ray; Interventional Radiology; Mammography; Nuclear Medicine; Positron Emission Tomography, or PET Scan, Pet-CT Scans; 16-Slice CT Scan; digital mammography and the 64-Slice CT Scan.
Diagnostic Imaging has one goal - to provide physicians with timely and accurate information to assist in the diagnosis and treatment of patients. Diagnostic Imaging is available around the clock, 7 days per week to support Backus Hospital's Emergency Department and Trauma Center. Radiologists are available 24 hours per day via computer technology. Backus Hospital's Mammography Suite provides women with a private and relaxing environment to undergo annual screenings for breast abnormalities. Backus has begun offering some digital mammography and will be fully digital in the near future. The hospital also offers MammoPad, a soft foam cushion that can help with the discomfort many women feel during mammography. The addition of digital mammography and 64-Slice CT Scan, which combines unrivaled image quality with remarkable speed, reflects Backus Hospital's commitment to the latest imaging technology. Patients do not need to travel further than their community hospital for cutting-edge diagnostic procedures. Backus Hospital's Interventional Radiology capabilities have also been expanded with the opening of a new Interventional Radiology Suite. Also, The American College of Radiology (ACR) recently designated Backus as a “Breast Imaging Center of Excellence.” This is a new designation from the ACR for organizations that have achieved accreditation in Mammography, Stereotactic Breast Biopsy, Breast Ultrasound and Ultrasound-Guided Breast Biopsy.