Radiology
Our facility offers a comprehensive range of radiology services. We provide 24-hour X-ray, CT, and Ultrasound services as required. Referrals from primary care physicians are accepted, yearly Mammograms do not necessitate a referral.
To schedule an appointment, Monday – Friday 7:00 am – 5:00 pm, please contact the Johnson Regional Medical Center Radiology Scheduling Department at 479-754-5338, option 2.
X-Rays and Radiologist available 24/7
Radiologist on call coverage provided by VRad
Director of Radiology: Clint Ratliff
Phone: 479-754-5304
Fax: 479-754-5325
Email: cratliff@jrmc.com
Our services encompass the latest in Radiology Procedures including but not limited too:
- Fluoroscopy Guided Myelograms and Arthrograms
- Traditional Barium work including but not limited to UGIs, Esphograms, Small Bowel Follow Throughs, and Barium Enemas.
- Swallow Studies with Speech Pathologist to evaluate Swallowing Difficulties.
- Hysterosalpingiograms for evaluation of Infertility and coil placement in women.
- X-ray images available CD and limited Internet access as well as Film.
- Bone Density Testing for evaluation of Osteoporosis.
- Mammograms
- CT
- MRI
- Nuclear Medicine
- Ultrasound
We have the latest GE Ultrasound machine to conduct routine ultrasounds of the abdomen, breast, pelvis, thyroid, and vascular.
- High Definition Level II OB via Teleconference with UAMS for high risk pregnancies.
- Echocardiograms Interpreted by consulting Cardiologists.
- Venous and Arterial Studies including Segmental Studies.
- Elective 4D OB ultrasounds.
- US Guidance for Thoracentesis, Paracentesis, Fine Needle Aspirations, and Breast Needle Localizations.
- Ultrasound images available CD and limited Internet access as well as Film.
80 Slice Cannon CT Scanner
- Decreases patient’s & baby’s chance of diabetes
- Dose Reduction Software.
- CT Fluoroscopy for Needle Biopsies as well as Abscess Drainage and SI Injections.
- CT Angiography with up to date 3D technology.
- AR Saves Program via Teleconference for Stroke Victims.
- CT images available CD and limited Internet access as well as Film.
- Trauma Network via Teleconference for Trauma Victims.
GE 1.5 Tesla Large Bore MRI Magnet
- Up to date MRI Protocols that include MRCPs as well as 3 Phase Livers.
- MR arthrograms can diagnose rotator cuff tears and evaluate multiple other joints, making it a valuable tool for assessing various joint conditions and injuries.
- MR Angiography of Carotids, Renals, Run-offs and also Noncontrast MRA Brains.
- MR images available CD and limited Internet access as well as Film.
Nuclear Medicine
- Cardiac Stress Testing via Treadmill and Pharmaceutical Agents.
- Routine studies including but not limited to: Bone scans, Disidas, VQ scans, and Thyroids.
- Nuclear Medicine images available CD and limited Internet access as well as Film.
Fuji Mammogram Comfort Paddle for the most comfortable mammogram on the market.
Services Offered
- Digital CR Exams
- Certified by MQSA.
- Immediate Ultrasound Exam if required
- Needle Localization for biopsy as well as Fine Needle Aspirations.
- Mammography images available
Screenings vs Diagnostic Mammograms
Screening mammograms are done for the following:
- First time and routine testing
- No personal history of breast cancer
- No breast surgeries within the past two years
- Fibrocystic disease unless patient or physician has found new lumps
- Must have one negative mammogram report before returning as a screen
- No lumps or areas of thickness
- Recommended for 35 years of age or older
- Implants if no problems
- Generalized breast pain
Diagnostic Mammogram must be ordered by a physician for the following:
- Having problems
- Focal pain, lumps or thickness
- Problem with breast implants
- Fibrocystic disease if patient or physician has found new lump
If you are an Arkansas resident age 40-64, you may qualify for a free mammogram.
Visit ARBreastCare.com for more information.
Please inform scheduling if this is a follow up exam or an initial screening.
Things to know before your mammogram and where to go.
To schedule your Mammogram at JRMC, call 479-754-5304.