Diagnostic Radiology

Diagnostic radiology is the process of creating images of the body, its organs, and other internal structures with external radiation. Diagnostic radiology techniques include the use of x-ray tubes that emit radiation, radionuclides, ultrasonographic devices, and radiofrequency electromagnetic radiation.

Diagnostic radiology techniques are generally non-invasive, meaning the body is not entered with any equipment or cut open for imaging. However, certain procedures do combine diagnostic radiology techniques with minimally invasive procedures to diagnose and treat a condition. In addition, diagnostic radiology is often used to assist during minimally invasive surgery.

Many different diagnostic scans and procedures are also performed in nuclear medicine. Nuclear medicine utilizes small amounts of radioactive agents, such as thallium or technetium, to examine various organs and their structures. These scans are used to diagnose, manage, and treat medical disorders and diseases.

The Department of Diagnostic Imaging provides comprehensive imaging and interventional services in the assessment, diagnosis and treatment of patients. The department also supports research and educational activities with a freestanding Rochester General Hospital Radiology Residency Program, medical student electives, physician assistant radiology course and participation in the training of radiologic technologists. Members of the faculty regularly contribute to publications and present at national meetings.

Each year, the department performs over 125,000 examinations encompassing a broad scope of diagnostic procedures. The facilities include state-of-the-art imaging equipment which serves both inpatient and outpatient radiologic needs. The department is open 24 hours a day, every day. Attending radiologists are available for consultation during regular working hours and are also on call.  Departmental contact number: (585) 922-2160

The department's mammography and stereotactic biopsy services are fully accredited by the American College of Radiology and are in full compliance with the MQSA.

Divisions within the department include:

  • General Diagnostic Radiology
  • Musculoskeletal Radiology
  • Gastrointestinal Radiology
  • Genitourinary Radiology
  • Computed Tomography
  • Thoracic Radiology
  • Ultrasound
  • Nuclear Medicine
  • Interventional and Special Procedures
  • Bone densitometry
  • PET Scans (available in conjunction with Rochester Radiology Associates, PC)
  • MRI

Interventional Radiology Services

Administration

       Jonathan Broder, MD,  Chairman (585) 922-3220

       Edward Zinkin, MD, Associate Chairman (585) 922-3222

       Roman Kowalchuk, MD, PhD, Associate Chairman (585) 922-3222

       Roop Hazarie, Director (585) 922-2988

 Radiologists

       Martine Backenstoss, MD, Mammography and Women's Imaging

       William Bowen, MD, General Radiology

       Jonathan Broder, MD, Vascular/Interventional Radiology

       Atul Gupta, MD, Section Chief, Interventional Radiology

       Sarah Ifthikharuddin, MD, Section Chief, Neuroimaging

       Dan Jacobson, MD, General Radiology

       Roman Kowalchuk, MD, PhD, Section Chief, Musculoskeletal Imaging

       Robert Lerner, MD, PhD, Section Chief, Ultrasound

       Joshua Manelis, MD, Interventional Radiology

       Deveraj Pyne, MD, Interventional Radiology

       Nicholas Russo, MD, Body Imaging

       Bryan Scott, MD, Neuroradiology

       Arthur J. Segal, MD, Section Chief, Genitourinary Radiology

       Michael Spieth, MD, Interventional Radiology

       Eric Spitzer, MD, Neuroradiology

       Kenneth Van Sickel, MD, Director of Radiology Residency Program, General Radiology

       Adam Zinkin, MD, Musculoskeletal Imaging

       Edward Zinkin, MD, Section Chief, Gastrointestinal Radiology

       Timothy O'herron, MD, Body Imaging

       Michael Rivero, MD, Interventional Radiology

 

 

 

 

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