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CT Scanner
300 Pershing Avenue
Shenandoah, Iowa
(712) 246-7288

 

The Radiology department at the Shenandoah Memorial Hospital is committed to providing the latest in technology to the community we serve.  In the Summer of 2003, SMC installed a Phillips Multi-Slice 'top of the line' CT Scanner.  This scanner is the fastest and most technologically advanced unit in Southwest Iowa.  It is the only unit in this region to have a 4-D image reconstruction.  Images can be acquired in .5 seconds at .5 millimeter cuts.  This is the most accurate imaging available today.  Exams are immediately sent to the Nebraska Medical Center with emergent results in less then 15 minutes. 

 

What You Will Expect

  • Fastest scan times in this region
  • Whole body imaging in less than 1 minute
  • Internal cooling system
  • Most accurate CT Scanner available
  • Expedient results
  • Reduced amounts of I.V. contrast
  • 450 pound weight capacity
  • National and State certified Radiology Technologists averaging 22 years of experience
  • Nebraska Medical Center Radiologists interpreting the exams
  • Film-less technology 'CD vs Film'

 

 

Commonly Asked Questions

When will I find out the results of the exam?

  • Images are directly sent to the Nebraska Medical Center by way of a T-1 line
  • Exams usually read same day
  • National norm is 3-5 working days.  SMC averages less than 3 days

How do I find out the results of my exam?

  • The referring physician or his nurse will contact you with the results
  • By law, the Radiology Department is not allowed to release this information

 

 

How to make an appointment

The Iowa Department of Public Health mandates a physician's order prior to an exam being performed that involves radiation.  Make an appointment with your family physician. 

 

 

Additional Links:

Philips Multi-Slice CT Scanner

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