Medical Imaging Department

The Sutter Lakeside Medical Imaging Department features a patient-friendly, healing environment with the latest diagnostic technology.

Our state-of-the-art technology includes

• an advanced Light Speed computed tomography system (CT)
• a powerful magnetic resonance imaging scanner (MRI)
• a digital mammography suite, which utilizes computer aided diagnosis (CAD) technology for digital images
• high quality X-ray
• a dual head camera in nuclear medicine
• and two ultrasound systems

Additionally, the imaging department boasts Picture Archival Communications Systems (PACS) enabling physicians in different locations throughout the hospital, and at their offices off-site, to quickly and easily access high quality images and simultaneously consult with one another.

Women's Health Imaging Services

The Sutter Lakeside Medical Imaging Department offers all necessary womens health imaging services...right here in Lake County! The department is staffed with a fellowship trained and qualified radiologist to read image results right here on campus.

The Women's Health Imaging Services Include:

• Biopsy: a medical procedure in which cells and tissues are removed for testing to detect disease
• Bone-density scans: a painless and quick test that measures bone-density mass to detect any loss that could indicate osteoporosis (brittle,
  thinning bones)
• Digital Mammography: low-dose X-rays of the breast in which radiologists use advanced computer tools to diagnose cancer in its earliest, most treatable stages
• MRI - whole body: magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) scans every part of the body to reveal detailed images of internal structures
• MRI - breast specific: dedicated breast MRI technology utilizes the proven effectiveness of MRI and applies it to the early detection and management of many breast diseases
• Ultrasound: this painless diagnostic technique uses high-frequency sound waves to view muscles, tendons and other internal organs as they function and to detect signs of disease