The Radiology Department at Scenic Mountain Medical Center (SMMC) is a full-service department that operates 24-hours-a-day/7-days-a-week to better accommodate our patients and staff physicians. Our friendly and caring staff consists of a total of 15 ARRT (American Registry of Radiologic Technologists)/TDHMRT (Texas Department of Health Medical Radiologic Technologist) professionals with a combined experience of over 100 years. Among these technologists are an ARRT registered Mammographer, an ARRT registered Computed Tomography technologist and an AART registered MRI technologist.

Our range of services include: General Diagnostic and Fluoroscopic Radiology, Ultrasound, Nuclear Medicine, Mammography (Texas Department of Health Accredited and FDA Certified), Multi-slice Computed Tomography (CT), and Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) and Bone Densitometry.  Mario J. Castillo, M.D., Ph.D., a board-certified radiologist, interprets these studies.

In an effort to keep abreast of the ever-changing technology available, SMMC continues to add to and upgrade existing equipment. Over the last few years, we have installed a new Philips Medical Systems Forte Dual Head Nuclear Medicine Camera with increased imaging capabilities and a Philips Medical Systems Brilliance 16 slice CT scanner. This scanner allows us to scan patients faster and more efficiently than ever and provides more imaging options. Another new addition is our Philips Radiographic/Digital Fluoroscopic room. This new equipment allows us to watch organs and organ systems while they are functioning. The system is much faster and more efficient than the older analog fluoroscopy equipment.

In June, 2008, our MRI equipment was upgraded to allow for Magnetic Resonance Angiography (MRA) which provides a detailed view of the blood vessels.  This is extremely useful in detecting stroke and blood vessel diseases.

 The advanced technology available at SMMC’s radiology department, along with the experience and dedication of our trained medical staff, can help you feel confident about the level of care you receive here, close to home.

For more information, please call (432)268-4880 or Contact Us through our website.

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