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Mark A. Connaughton, MD |
David I. Rose, MD
Chair, Department of Radiology |
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Jane H. Fay, MD |
Corrine E. Sadoski, MD |
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Lisa A. Intriere, MD, MBA |
Eric J. Sax, MD, MBA |
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Adhip Mukerjee, MD |
Tai M. Tran, MD |
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Dan Nir, MD |
David F. Walther, MD, FACR |
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Elizabeth M. Peters, MD |
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Abdomen and Pelvis (routine)
Pick up an oral contrast drink from your doctors office or the CT scan department prior to your appointment day.
You will receive instructions on how to drink your oral contrast. We recommend you refrigerate the contrast, but it is not necessary.
This oral contrast helps us see your stomach, small intestine and your colon. (Even if these organs are not your primary reason for your exam.)
Note: Do not eat 4 hours prior to your appointment time. However, you are allowed to take your daily medicines with a small amount of water.
Commonly, you may receive an intravenous contrast material injected into a vein in your arm to better define the blood vessels and organs. This helps us to differentiate between normal and abnormal tissues.
If your test requires this injection and you are a diabetic or over the age of sixty; you will need to have blood work done within 30 days of your scheduled appointment. Your doctor must order a BUN and Creatinine level to check that your kidney functions are normal.
Note: Please be prepared to answer questions regarding allergies when scheduling your appointment. Let us know about any serious allergic reactions at time of scheduling.
Abdomen and Pelvis exams are always scheduled with both Intravenous and oral contrast unless:
- We are looking for a kidney stone.
(No intravenous or oral contrast.)
- Patient is scheduled for CT Urogram.
(Must drink 1 liter of water 1 hour prior to exam and
does receive intravenous contrast.)
- Patient is scheduled for CT Angiogram.
(No oral prep, intravenous contrast only.)
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Chest CT
Most CT scans are done with intravenous contrast unless otherwise specified by clinician. This intravenous contrast material is injected into a vein in your arm to better define the blood vessels of your lungs and mediastinum.
If your test requires this injection and you are a diabetic or over the age of sixty, you will need to have blood work done within 30 days of your scheduled appointment. Your doctor must order a BUN and Creatinine level to check that your kidney functions are normal.
Note: Please be prepared to answer questions regarding allergies when scheduling your appointment. Let us know about any serious allergic reactions at time of scheduling.
Note: Do not eat 2 hours prior to your appointment time. Also, if your last Chest Xray was not done through Emerson Hospital please bring it with you the day of your test.
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Chest, Abdomen and Pelvis CT
You need to pick up an oral contrast drink from your doctors office or the CT scan department prior to your appointment day.
You will receive instructions on the amount and the times you are expected to swallow the contrast. We recommend you refrigerate the contrast, but it is not necessary.
This oral contrast helps us see your stomach, small intestine and your colon. (Even if these organs are not your primary reason for your exam.)
Note: Do not eat 4 hours prior to your appointment time. However, you are allowed to take your daily medicines with a small amount of water.
Commonly, you may receive an intravenous contrast material injected into a vein in your arm to better define the blood vessels and organs. This helps us to differentiate between normal and abnormal tissues.
If your test requires this injection and you are a diabetic or over the age of sixty; you will need to have blood work done within 30 days of your scheduled appointment. Your doctor must order a BUN and Creatinine level to check that your kidney functions are normal.
Note: Please be prepared to answer questions regarding allergies when scheduling your appointment. Let us know about any serious allergic reactions at time of booking.
Chest, Abdomen and Pelvis exams are always booked with Intravenous and oral contrast unless:
- We are looking for a kidney stone.
(No intravenous or oral contrast.)
- Patient is scheduled for CT Urogram.
(Must drink 1 liter of water 1 hour prior to exam and
does receive intravenous contrast.)
- Patient is scheduled for CT Angiogram.
(No oral prep, Intravenous contrast only.)
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Neck CT scan (soft tissue)
Most CT scans are done with intravenous contrast unless otherwise specified by clinician. This intravenous contrast material is injected into a vein in your arm to better define the blood vessels.
If your test requires this injection and you are a diabetic or over the age of sixty, you will need to have blood work done within 30 days your scheduled appointment. Your doctor must order a BUN and Creatinine level to check that your kidney functions are normal.
(The only time we don't inject is if there is a question of a salivary ductal stone.)
Note: Please be prepared to answer questions regarding allergies when scheduling your appointment. Let us know about any serious allergic reactions at time of booking.
Note: Do not eat 2 hours prior to your appointment time. Also, if your last Neck Xray was not done through Emerson Hospital please bring it with you the day of your test.
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Cervical Spine CT
No preparation needed. Please bring any pertaining films (X-ray, CT or MRI) for radiologist comparison.
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Thoracic Spine CT
No preparation needed. Please bring any pertaining films (X-ray, CT or MRI) for radiologist comparison.
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Lumbar Spine CT
No preparation needed. Please bring any pertaining films (X-ray, CT or MRI) for radiologist comparison.
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Extremities CT
No preparation needed. Please bring any pertaining films (X-ray, CT or MRI) for radiologist comparison.
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Head Scan CT
Many head CT scans are performed with intravenous contrast material. This intravenous contrast material is injected into a vein in your arm to better define the blood vessels.
If your test requires this injection and you are a diabetic or over the age of sixty, you will need to have blood work done within 30 days of your scheduled appointment. Your doctor must order a BUN and Creatinine level to check that your kidney functions are normal.
Note: Please be prepared to answer questions regarding allergies when scheduling your appointment. Let us know about any serious allergic reactions at time of booking.
Note: Do not eat 2 hours prior to your appointment time.
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Sinus / Facial CT
No preparation needed. Please bring any pertaining films (X-ray, CT or MRI) for radiologist comparison.
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Commonly asked questions
"How long is the CT scan?"
The actual procedure time is between 10 - 30 minutes depending on your procedure. Please allow time for paperwork and emergencies.
"Can I take my daily medications?"
Yes, you can always take your medicine prior to any of our procedures.
"Who will read my CT Scan?"
A radiologist, who is a physician specialized and experienced in CT and other Radiology procedures, will analyze the images and send a signed interpretation to your ordering physician.
"How soon will my doctor receive my test results?"
Your doctor usually receives your test results within 48 hours.
"Can I get a copy of my results?"
A copy of your results can be obtained through your physician's office or through Emerson's Medical Records Department at 978-287-3720.
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CT Scan Telephone Numbers
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Concord |
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Scheduling
CT pre-registration
CT main number
CT orders fax to
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978-287-3003
978-287-3062
978-287-3701
978-287-2900
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(All orders must be faxed upon booking)
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Westford |
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Scheduling CT
CT pre-registration
CT orders fax to
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978-287-3003
978-589-6789
978-589-6798
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(All orders must be faxed upon booking)
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