Crystal Clear Imaging, Close to Home
Your health deserves clarity. Our advanced diagnostic imaging services help your care team see what’s happening inside your body so they can diagnose conditions earlier and guide the best treatment for you.
Using advanced diagnostic imaging technology, our imaging specialists provide high-quality images that support accurate diagnosis and personalized care. From CT scans and MRI to ultrasound and X-rays, our imaging services are designed to give your providers the detailed information they need to understand your health.
Whether your exam uses radiation-based imaging or sound-wave technology, our experienced team is committed to delivering safe, precise imaging that helps detect issues sooner and supports better health outcomes for every patient.
How We’re Enhancing Your Imaging Experience
You deserve access to advanced tools and compassionate care when it comes to your health. That’s why our diagnostic imaging and radiology services are designed to provide a seamless experience that goes beyond the basics, helping you receive accurate diagnoses and personalized care.
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Collaboration Among Specialty Teams
Many patients benefit from the expertise of multiple specialists working together. Our imaging specialists and radiology team collaborate with providers across specialties such as emergency medicine, orthopedics, surgery and primary care to support accurate diagnosis and coordinated treatment for your unique health needs.
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Your Personal Health Plan
We believe the best care looks different for every patient. Your imaging care team takes a whole-person approach, working with you to understand your symptoms, concerns and health goals. The insights gained through medical imaging exams help guide your personalized care plan and next steps.
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Highly Credentialed Experts
Our radiologists, technologists and imaging professionals are highly trained and credentialed in their respective fields. Using advanced diagnostic imaging technology, they follow best practices to produce clear, accurate images that help your care team understand your health and recommend the right treatment options.
What to Expect During Your Exam
We want your medical imaging exam to be as comfortable and stress-free as possible. Before your appointment, you may be asked to avoid wearing items that can interfere with imaging equipment, such as metal accessories, jewelry or certain personal care products. Our team will also review your medical history, allergies and any concerns you may have before the exam begins.
Because some diagnostic imaging equipment, such as CT or MRI scanners, may operate in enclosed spaces, our team will walk you through the process and help you feel comfortable throughout your visit. Our imaging centers offer a variety of modern imaging systems designed to provide clearer images while prioritizing patient comfort.
Radiology and Diagnostic Imaging Services You Can Count On
Radiology and diagnostic imaging services at Texas Health Hospital Mansfield play an important role in understanding your health. Through advanced imaging technology, our imaging team offers a full range of diagnostic imaging services to help physicians diagnose injuries, detect disease earlier, evaluate conditions and guide treatment decisions without the need for invasive procedures.
From identifying signs of disease to evaluating broken bones or supporting routine health screenings, our medical imaging services help your care team see what’s happening inside your body. Our radiology experts are also available for follow-up imaging and ongoing monitoring to ensure your care continues with clarity and confidence.
- Bone Densitometry (DEXA) Scans
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Non-invasive bone densitometry scans, or DEXA scans, help us understand the internal structure of your bones. A DEXA scan is a sophisticated imaging technology that allows us to visualize breaks and uncover weak bones (which may be common with conditions like osteoporosis) earlier than with traditional scanning.
- Computed Tomography (CT) Scans
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Sometimes your care team needs an imaging exam that provides a broader view of your body. CT scans at Texas Health Hospital Mansfield use advanced imaging technology to create detailed cross-section images that help physicians diagnose injuries, detect disease and guide treatment decisions.
During a CT scan, you’ll lie on a padded exam table that your imaging technologist will guide into a rotating, ring-shaped scanner. X-rays captured from the scanner are translated to a nearby computer screen for your care team to analyze.
- Low-Dose Computed Tomography (LDCT) Scans
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Low-dose computed tomography (LDCT) scans are a specialized type of CT scan used for lung cancer screening and early detection. This advanced imaging exam uses significantly less radiation than a traditional CT scan while still producing detailed images of the lungs. During an LDCT scan, you’ll lie on a padded exam table that moves through a rotating, ring-shaped scanner as X-rays capture multiple images from different angles. These images are combined to help your care team detect lung nodules or other early signs of lung cancer, often before symptoms appear. Early detection through low-dose CT lung screening can significantly improve treatment options and outcomes.
Low-Dose CT Lung Screening Criteria
Low-dose CT lung cancer screening is recommended for adults who meet certain risk factors. You may be eligible for LDCT screening if you meet the following criteria:
- Age: Adults between 50 and 80 years old
- Smoking History: A 20 pack-year smoking history (equivalent to smoking one pack of cigarettes per day for 20 years, or two packs per day for 10 years)
- Current or Former Smokers: Individuals who currently smoke or have quit within the past 15 years
- Overall Health: No serious health conditions that would limit life expectancy or the ability to undergo lung surgery if needed
These lung cancer screening guidelines follow recommendations from the U.S. Preventive Services Task Force (USPSTF) and the American Cancer Society, which support annual low-dose CT scans for individuals at higher risk of developing lung cancer. Regular screening can help detect lung cancer earlier, when it is more treatable and outcomes are often better.
- Mammograms
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Our advanced breast imaging technology gives us the clearest, most accurate image of your breast tissue and its surrounding areas. 3D mammography shows us “slices”, or layers, of your breast, so we can identify and treat irregularities early. We use this kind of imaging for routine checkups and to analyze a potential abnormality.
- Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) Scans
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MRI scans at Texas Health Hospital Mansfield help physicians evaluate brain, spine and orthopedic conditions with highly detailed imaging. In an MRI scan, radio waves transmitted from a tube-shaped imaging machine travel into your body, capture your internal structure and send the findings to a nearby computer screen. This procedure is often done for brain, spinal cord and orthopedic conditions. Your comfort is important, and we know that small, enclosed places can be distressing to some people. That’s why we have acquired equipment with a larger opening than traditional MRI machinery. You’ll have more personal space without losing the effectiveness of close imaging.
- Nuclear Medicine
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Many imaging exams look at specific problem areas and present snapshots of irregularities not visible on the surface. Nuclear medicine is an imaging technique that instead tests how your body functions internally in real-time. To see the inside of your body in action, your care team will administer a medication called a radiotracer into your system, by swallowing or injection. Energy from the radiotracer is captured by a camera connected to a computer, which reports images of the medication as it spreads throughout your body. Through this procedure, we can visualize tissue and organs like your heart, with a 3D full-color visual.
- Ultrasounds
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Ultrasounds allow us to peer into your body by using sound waves instead of radiation. Sound waves from a wand-like device called a transducer will be released into your body. The echoes will be collected and translated into images of the inside of your body on a nearby monitor.
- X-rays
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X-rays are a common procedure that can show us just about any part of your body, using signals from electromagnetic radiation to build an image of your internal structure. Our highly advanced equipment provides clear images quickly, reducing the need for retakes.
Diagnostic Imaging Specialists Radiologists You Can Trust
Our radiology specialists receive extensive training in diagnostic and medical imaging interpretation. As imaging technology advances, our radiologists continue expanding their expertise through ongoing education and collaboration with other medical specialists.
Our radiology team supports your care with:
- Accurate diagnostic imaging to help physicians identify and monitor health conditions
- Advanced imaging exams including CT scans, MRI and ultrasound
- Coordinated care with your providers for diagnosis, treatment planning and follow-up
Our imaging center proudly serves patients in Mansfield and the surrounding community with convenient access to advanced diagnostic imaging services close to home.