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Adventist Imaging Network: Ultrasound

The ultrasound department at Adventist Imaging Network offers the full range of high-resolution ultrasound services. Abdominal, ob-gyn, pediatric, small parts, musculoskeletal, and interventional ultrasound examinations are available. Each examination is performed by experienced sonographers who are RDMS certified (Registered Diagnostic Medical Sonographer). All images are interpreted by board certified diagnostic radiologists, and patients are re-scanned by the physician when necessary.

The ultrasound department at Adventist La Grange Memorial hospital was the first in the Chicago area to be accredited by the American Institute of Ultrasound in Medicine (AIUM) and the second in the state of Illinois. Accredited sites must demonstrate high quality imaging, and all interpreting physicians must show evidence of current continuing medical education in ultrasound far in excess of state requirements.

During Your Test

Like MRI, there is no radiation exposure from ultrasound. The technologist will apply a warm gel on the body part and a probe with a soft surface will be massaged about the skin. This probe sends sound waves into the body and pictures are formed by the way the waves bounce off the soft tissues and organs. Generally, ultrasounds are non-invasive, pain free and are performed rather quickly. Ultrasound is well known because of its use in obstetrics and gynecology. Though this is one of the most common uses, there are many other reasons to have an ultrasound performed. Ultrasound is best known for its ability to pick up the difference between fluid filled masses (a cyst) or stones and solid structures (organs). In the vascular lab, ultrasound machines are used to create full studies of your arteries and veins to see how your blood flows.

To schedule an appointment at Adventist Imaging Network in ultrasound, call (630) 856-7070. We also perform routine scheduled ultrasound examinations at our Grant Square facility.