Mt. Vernon, IL – SSM Health Good Samaritan Hospital has acquired an advanced computed tomography (CT) scanner to enhance cardiology, emergency medicine, and oncology clinical capabilities. This cutting-edge scanning device generates higher-quality images more efficiently than traditional CT scanners. By utilizing this technology, healthcare providers can diagnose and treat patients with greater precision, leading to clearer answers for patients. Additionally, the shorter scan times reduce patient exposure to radiation.
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“We are very grateful for our new cardiac imaging equipment as it will allow us to diagnose patients with heart disease quicker, safer, and more accurately than we have been able to do so previously,” states Walter Parham, MD, FACC, Cardiologist and Regional Medical Director of Cardiovascular Services for SSM Health in Southern Illinois.
Health care providers can significantly enhance their ability to screen for coronary artery disease (CAD) with the state-of-the-art CT scanner. By detecting areas of plaque buildup in patient arteries, this technology aids in early diagnosis. Cardiac scoring exams and coronary angiographies play a crucial role in this process. In addition, streamlined workflows ensure efficiency during emergencies, allowing for faster and more intuitive procedures. For oncology, the scanner’s high-quality diagnostic imaging capabilities enable early tumor identification and characterization. Remarkably, the device achieves this while maintaining optimized radiation levels. Additionally, its solid bariatric imaging capacity ensures that bariatric patients can receive comprehensive care close to home, eliminating the need for transfers to other hospitals.
To learn more about imaging services at SSM Health Good Samaritan Hospital call 618-899-1800.
About SSM Health Good Samaritan Hospital – Mt. Vernon
SSM Health Good Samaritan Hospital – Mt. Vernon, operating in partnership with the Felician Sisters, is a 134-bed hospital and has the most advanced robotic surgical system for minimally invasive surgery, a comprehensive neurosciences program, and a pediatric emergency and NICU telemedicine program operated in conjunction with the physicians at SSM Health Cardinal Glennon Children’s Hospital in St. Louis, Mo.
In 2016, SSM Health Good Samaritan Hospital was named a “Best Hospital” by US News and World Report for the treatment of congestive heart failure. In recent years, Healthgrades has presented SSM Health Good Samaritan Hospital with the Patient Safety Excellence Award, Outstanding Patient Experience Award, and the Distinguished Hospital Award for Clinical Excellence.
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