Surgery | Dermatology | Cardiology | Internal Med.
Oncology | Neurology | Behavior
Critical Care/Trauma/Intensive Care | Radiology /Ultrasound / MRI
Veterinarian Infomation:
Radiology / Ultrasound / MRI
American College of Veterinary Radiology Diplomate
The ACVR Diplomate has been certified as a specialist in Veterinary Radiology or Veterinary Radiation Oncology (or both specialties) by the American College of Veterinary Radiology (ACVR) and has earned the right to be called a Recognized Specialist in Diagnostic Imaging or Recognized Specialist in Radiation Oncology by the American Veterinary Medical Association (AVMA). A Diplomate has undergone advanced training in a Radiology or Radiation Oncology Residency Program and has passed the ACVR Board Certification Examination in one or both specialties.
ACVR Board Certified Veterinary Radiologist
An American College of Veterinary Radiology (ACVR) Board Certified Veterinary Radiologist diagnoses diseases by obtaining and interpreting medical images. Some images are obtained by using x-rays or radioactive substances others by means of sound waves or the body’s natural magnetism. The imaging modalities include radiology ultrasound, computed tomography (CT), magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) and nuclear medicine imaging. A radiologist correlates medical image findings with other examinations and tests, recommends further examinations or treatments, and consults with the referring veterinarian (the primary care veterinarian who sends patients to them for imaging and diagnosis or sends medical images for interpretation). (Adapted from ACVR Website)
Radiology
Radiology is the specialty of directing medical imaging technologies to diagnose and sometimes treat diseases. Radiography involves the use of x-rays to produce radiographs. Today, following extensive training, radiologists also direct other imaging technologies such as ultrasound, computed tomography (CT), magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) and Nuclear Medicine to diagnose or treat disease.
Ultrasound
Medical ultrasonography uses ultrasound (high frequency sound waves) to visualize soft tissue structures in the body in real time. The quality of the images obtained using ultrasound is highly dependent on the equipment available and the skill of the person (ultrasonographer) performing the exam. Ultrasound is limited by its inability to image through air (lungs, bowel loops) or bone.
CT Scanning
Computed Tomography (CT) imaging uses an X-ray generating tube opposite an X-ray detector (or detectors) in a ring shaped apparatus rotated around a patient producing a computer generated cross-sectional image (tomogram). Radiocontrast agents are often used with CT for enhanced delineation of anatomy and angiography. With computer manipulation, CT images can be reconstructed into 3D Images. Faster scanning times in modern equipment has been associated with increased utilization.
MR Imaging
Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) uses strong magnetic fields and radio frequency signals collected onto coils to produce images of the area of interest. Properly performed, MRI scans give the best soft tissue contrast of all the imaging modalities.
Coral Springs Animal Hospital can refer patients to reputable MRI and CT centers.
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