Radiology Department
Many people think of radiology as the chest screening they receive prior to beginning a job or the ankle x-ray necessary after a rough game of hoops. In actuality, radiology is a highly technical discipline requiring specialized training to effectively diagnose and treat a myriad of medical problems.
As medical advancements continue, an increasing number of imaging procedures are making diagnostics faster, safer, and more accurate. In fact, diagnostic imaging is now so precise, it often eliminates the need for invasive, surgical procedures. And at Bakersfield Memorial Hospital, all procedures are done with personalized service and individualized care.
We are proud to offer the following diagnostic services:
- CT (Computed Tomography)
- MRI (Magnetic Resonance Imaging)
- Nuclear Medicine
- Diagnostic Ultrasound
- Angiography
- General diagnostic radiology
- Gastrointestinal radiology
- Musculoskeletal radiology
- Neuroradiology
- Pediatric radiology
- Uroradiology
- Breast localizations
For more information, contact us at (661) 327-4647, ext. 3198.
Keeping at the forefront of TECHNOLOGY
While BMH is expanding its diagnostic capabilities, it is also putting the patient at more at ease. The new Toshiba 1.5T Ultra-short MRI has a wider opening which provides a greater feeling of openness for the patient, helping to reduce claustrophobic sensations normally associated with conventional MRIs. In addition, this new technology essentially eliminates the noise factor which further eases patient anxiety and stress during high-field MRI procedures. By delivering superior image quality, this equipment brings a new level of detail to BMH MRIs and the best possible exam experience for BMH patients.
Images Available Quickly
Bakersfield Memorial Hospital’s picture archiving and communication system (PACS) is up and running. This technology gives the physician quick and easy access to detailed on-line exam results. Less time passes between exam, diagnosis, and treatment – the result is better care for the patients.
This new system stores, displays and transmits all types of digital medical images – CT, MRI, ultrasound and x-rays. When viewed, the system provides higher resolution images and detail. An additional advantage of the new system is the inclusion of a voice clip with the images. This voice clip provides a way for the radiologist to immediately comment on an exam as it is being interpreted, which adds both value and efficiency to the exam, providing the treating physician with reports quickly.
The new PACS technology at BMH extends beyond the hospital walls. In addition to the physicians having access to imaging technology at the hospital, they may access PACS via the internet in their office, home or even while traveling. Easy web access enables all caregivers consulting on a case to retrieve exams and voice clip reports simultaneously no matter where they are, making consultations quick and easy.
With the addition of PACS, BMH’s Radiology Department remains at the forefront of medical imaging technology.
New Imaging CT Technology
CT technology is an extremely important approach in imaging and diagnosis. In an on-going effort to augment sophisticated technology offerings, Bakersfield Memorial Hospital has recently acquired the new Aquilion 16 CT imaging system which is at the forefront of the revolution in CT imaging, providing ability to acquire volumetric data at high speed with superb spatial resolution. Aquilion 16 was created based on extensive clinical experience and close cooperation with leading medical practitioners around the world. With its unique 40 row Quantum detector capable of generating 16 x 0.5 mm. slices with each half-second gantry revolution, Aquilion 16 represents a new standard in diagnostic imaging technology.
The new system is up to sixteen times faster than conventional CT. In addition to standard imaging examinations, the CT will actually reconstruct images in one-quarter of the time that was previously achievable. Physicians can see results of these tests almost instantly, make a decision, and provide intervention or treatment immediately. This new technology will save precious time in emergency situations and will save lives.
