64 Row CT Scan & PET/CT

Computerized tomography (CT Scan) is a sophisticated imaging technique to show anatomy at all levels within the body. Florida Medical Clinic uses 2 state of the art, helical, CT scanners, a 16 row and a 64 row scanner. This provides a more detailed image for our radiologists to interpret. During CT imaging the x-ray source spirals around the patient, providing high resolution, cross sectional images. We are now performing state of the art CT angiography including coronary artery CT angiography. Many scans can be performed in a single breath hold of 20-30 seconds. Ultimately this diminishes the time a patient will need to lie on the scan table.

PET (Positron Emission Tomography) and CT scans are both standard imaging tools that physicians use to pinpoint disease states in the body. A PET scan demonstrates the biological function of the body before anatomical changes take place, while the CT scan provides information about the body's anatomy such as size, shape and location. By combining these two scanning technologies, a PET/CT scan enables physicians to more accurately diagnose and identify cancer, and brain disorders.

Your Florida Medical Clinic physicians and staff will give you instructions describing the preparation for your exam. Some exams require a patient to drink a special oral contrast to enhance the digestive system. Florida Medical Clinic Radiological Technologists are skilled medical specialists and receive licensing with the National Registry for Computed Tomography. Our Radiologists are all board certified by the American Board of Radiology.

Tampa Radiology Now Open
We are happy to announce our Radiology Office in Tampa on Bruce B Downs adjacent to the Florida Medical HeartCare building is now open.
The facility houses a state of the art GE 64 Row CT Scanner and state of the art 1.5 T MRI.
General Ultrasound services are available on Monday, Wednesday and Friday.
Coronary Arterial Angiograms will start on March 30th 2009.
Coronary Calcium Score CT Scans will be offered for $99. These are considered screening and are not reimbursed by insurance.