Imaging | Ohio State Wexner Medical Center (2024)

The imaging experts at The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center use advanced imaging technologies and techniques to view the body’s internal organs and structures. These images help us diagnose and treat various types of injuries and diseases.

At Ohio State, our imaging equipment is specially calibrated to offer the lowest doses of radiation possible. Regardless of the location of your appointment, you can trust that your images will by reviewed by specialists highly trained in a specific region of the body and the type of imaging you received.

Ohio State provides the complete range of imaging services across its many health care services, including magnetic resonance imaging (MRI), computed tomography (CT), positron emission tomography (PET-CT), mammography (tomosynthesis), molecular imaging and nuclear medicine, heart and vascular imaging, ultrasound and general radiology services like X-rays.You can get out-of-pocket estimates or download our patient pricing lists(the amount billed to your insurance company) for many imaging services.

We have many convenient locations throughout central Ohio and also offer evening and weekend appointments. Please select from one of our services below to find a location that best fits your needs.

To learn more about our therapeutic radiology and radiation oncology services, visit the James Cancer Hospital and Solove Research Institute website.

Clinical Services
  • Abdominal imaging is a radiology specialty that uses high-tech images to diagnose and treat patients. It focuses on gastrointestinal (GI) and genitourinary (reproductive and urinary) organs and systems.

    Services provided by Ohio State’s abdominal imaging specialists include:

    • X-ray
    • Ultrasound
    • Magnetic resonance imaging (MRI)
    • Computer tomography (CT) scan
    • Nuclear medicine techniques
    • Fluoroscopy

    To schedule an appointment, call 614-293-4333.

    Find an abdominal imaging location

  • The world-renowned breast cancer imaging experts at the OSUCCC – James read and interpret mammograms – and only mammograms – every day. Their in-depth expertise is specifically to detect breast cancer or to make sure there’s nothing to be found on your mammogram.

    Available services include:

    • Mammograms
    • MRIs (magnetic resonance imaging)
    • Ultrasounds
    • Breast Tomosynthesis
    • Biopsies

    To schedule an appointment, call 614-293-0020.

    Find a breast imaging location

  • This specialty involves using imaging technology to guide flexible tubes or instruments into the body for diagnosis and treatment.

    Interventional radiology utilizes various techniques, such as X-rays, magnetic resonance imaging (MRI), computed tomography (CT) and ultrasound. It is a convenient, minimally invasive alternative to traditional surgery.

    To schedule an appointment, call 614-293-2773.

    Find an interventional radiology location

  • Musculoskeletal radiology involves taking medical images of bones and soft tissues, such as muscles, tendons and nerves. Our specialists treat everything from sports-related injuries to accident-related trauma. We use techniques such as X-ray, ultrasound, magnetic resonance imaging (MRI), computed tomography (CT), bone densitometry, fluoroscopy and others. Other applications include arthritis, infection, cancer, congenital diseases, metabolic and endocrine diseases, gout, anemia and pre-surgery evaluation.

    To schedule an appointment, call 614-293-4333.

    Find a musculoskeletal imaging location

  • Neuroradiology focuses on the brain, spine, head and neck. We use high-tech imaging techniques to diagnose and provide life-saving treatments for brain disorders, such as stroke, and other health conditions.

    Through interventional neuroradiology, also called intra-arterial thrombolysis, specialists use advanced imaging and minimally invasive techniques that allow them to see inside the body and treat patients without surgery. Experts guide a thin tube through blood vessels, dissolve clots and restore blood flow. Through treatments like these, we can save lives while improving outcomes and quality of life.

    To schedule an appointment, call 614-293-4333.

    Find a neuroradiology location

  • Nuclear medicine is a radiology specialty that involves creating images of the body using very small amounts of radioactive materials. This state-of-the-art technology gives physicians a picture of the body’s structure and function for better diagnosis and treatment.

    Ohio State’s nuclear medicine specialists use positron emission tomography (PET), single photon emission computed tomography (SPECT), positron emission tomography (PET) combined with computed tomography (PET-CT), and bone scanning. These procedures can help detect problems associated with thyroid or pulmonary dysfunction, inadequate or irregular blood flow, and tumors.

    To schedule an appointment, call 614-293-6920.

    Find a nuclear medicine location

  • This is a specialty of radiology that looks at the structure of the lungs and heart. Types of thoracic imaging include X-ray, ultrasound, magnetic resonance imaging (MRI), computed tomography (CT) and fluoroscopy. This type of imaging may be used to diagnose and treat a variety of conditions. Ohio State’s thoracic radiology experts treat emphysema, pulmonary fibrosis, pulmonary embolism, diffuse lung disease, small airway disease, pulmonary nodules, dyspnea, pneumonia and tuberculosis.

    To schedule an appointment, call 614-293-4333.

    Find a thoracic imaging location

  • Ultrasound (or sonogram) imaging uses sound waves to look inside the body. Ohio State’s ultrasound specialists use advanced equipment to capture high-resolution images. They’re used to evaluate soft tissues as well as for deeper organ scans.

    Ohio State’s radiologists use this technology to view the heart, blood vessels, kidneys, liver and other organs. During pregnancy, we often use ultrasound to view the fetus.

    To schedule an appointment, call 614-293-4333.

    Find an ultrasound location

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What is an ultrasound?

Our ultrasound technologist explains an ultrasound and its many uses, which include pregnancy and abdomen exams to scan your kidney, liver, gallbladder or thyroid. Learn what you can expect during this type of imaging exam.

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What is an X-ray?

Our imaging technologist explains an X-ray, and why many doctors start with an X-ray before performing an MRI or a CT scan. X-rays involve very low doses of radiation and are considered safe.

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What is an MRI?

In this video, our imaging technologist explains an MRI (magnetic resonance imaging), what it's used for and what you can expect during this type of imaging exam.

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What is a CT scan?

In this video, our imaging technologist describes a CT scan (or CAT scan), the uses for this exam, which typically includes the vascular or GI systems, and what to expect during this type of diagnostic test.

Imaging | Ohio State Wexner Medical Center (2024)

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