Medical imaging uses various techniques and processes to create images of internal structures hidden by skin and bone inside the human body as well as provide visual representation of the function of organs and tissues. Medical imaging seeks to reveal and diagnose disease as well as assess treatment responses.
Imaging services at the Chickasaw Nation Medical Center (CNMC) offers a full range of medical imaging options, including a CT scan, MRI, ultrasound, X-ray, dual-energy X-ray absorptiometry (DXA) and mammography. Core needle and stereotactic biopsies of the breast and fine needle aspiration biopsies of the thyroid are also offered.
Ultrasound, X-ray and mammography services are offered at the Ardmore, Purcell and Tishomingo Health Clinics.
Imaging services maintains state-of-the-art digital diagnostic equipment as well as highly-skilled, registered technologists in all locations.
All images are interpreted by, and biopsies are performed by, experienced, board certified radiologists.