The breadth of experience among our doctors is reflected in their unique approach to patient care, management of complex medical cases, expertise in imaging guidelines and unwavering commitment to clinical excellence. Magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) is a noninvasive medical test that physicians use to diagnose and treat medical conditions. It uses a powerful magnetic field, radio frequency pulses and a computer to produce detailed pictures of organs, soft tissues, bone and virtually all other internal body structures. An MRI does not use radiation. A computed tomography scan, more commonly known as a CT scan, is a diagnostic medical test that produces multiple images of the inside of the body. The cross-sectional images generated during a CT scan can be reformatted in multiple planes, and can even generate three-dimensional images of internal body structures. We also specialize in fluoroscopic imaging—real-time moving pictures displayed on a monitor. This specialized technology helps us detect conditions that affect the gastrointestinal as well as the urinary and reproductive (genitourinary) tracts. Our experts perform esophagrams, upper GI series and barium enemas to look for swallowing and digestion conditions. In addition, we do a variety of other imaging tests, including cystograms to detect voiding issues and hysterosalpingograms, which help us see if a woman’s fallopian tubes are open or blocked.

Diagnosing and managing many urologic conditions, including kidney stones and prostate cancer, depend on having up-to-date imaging of the pelvic area and abdomen. Our urologic care team includes radiology experts who specialize in identifying disorders of the genitourinary tract. Highly trained radiologists and urologists work together to detect and monitor our patients’ conditions using a variety of diagnostic techniques, including magnetic resonance imaging (MRI), ultrasound, computed tomography (CT) and fluoroscopy. We believe in teamwork. Our urologists and radiologist work together to provide the care from diagnosis to monitoring and treatment of each patient’s urologic condition.

The Body Imaging division at Yale consists of two cohesive sections (Abdominal Imaging and Ultrasound) whose faculty members provide world-class subspecialty clinical care across a wide range of diseases. Our commitment to clinical excellence, compassion for our patients, and reputation for progressive innovation has allowed us to remain on the forefront of clinical medicine. Equipped with cutting-edge technology, the section of Abdominal Imaging provides comprehensive Body MR, Body CT, and fluoroscopy imaging services that encompass a full range of diseases involving the abdomen and pelvis with a focus on high-end oncology imaging. The Ultrasound section offers a comprehensive range of imaging exams that encompass a wide-range of both vascular and non-vascular pathology. Our state-of-the-art equipment, coupled with our world-class facilities at both the Smilow Cancer Center and our various outpatient sites provide an unparalleled experience for all our patients.