Computerized Tomography (CT)   

This state of the art scanner provides the most comprehensive information available to your physician. The Aquilion 64 CT Scanner can capture precise images of any area of the body in as little as fifteen seconds.  Its multi-slice technology captures precise images of the body's rapidly, which can appear blurry when scanned by a traditional CT.  With the Aquilion 64, our physicians are seeing more anatomical information than previously thought possible, which means we can diagnose problems like blood clots, infections and cancer in greater detail and with more clarity.  As a result, we now have the ability to make an accurate diagnosis at earlier stages, which means that our patients can begin receiving treatment sooner for the potentially better outcomes.  

Example of how it works                              

Take an apple.  Cut it into four pieces.  Do you see the worm?  You might.  But chances are you will only find a hint of the worm. 
What if you could take the same apple and cut it into 64 slices.  Would you find the worm now?  If not, the worm was probably never in your apple. 

While the apple example may be a stretch, what if your leg had a small blood clot?  Would you want a camera that took only four pictures of your leg or one that took 64 pictures of your leg?  Would you want your doctor looking at the four pieces of an apple or the 64 pieces of apple to find your blood clot?

With the Aquilion 64-Multislice CT Scanner, physicians are seeing more anatomical information in greater detail and with more clarity than previously possible, which means a better diagnosis of problems such as blood clots, infections, and cancer.  And best of all, the 64-Slice CT Scanner's design features a highly efficient ceramic material that is able to reduce overall radiation exposure to our patients and our staff.  CT procedures include:
·         Abdomen
·         Pelvis
·         Head
·        Chest
·        Advance vessel analysis
·        Various other procedures

How to schedule your procedure

Outpatient CT procedures are scheduled Monday through Friday 6:30 a.m. until 5:00 p.m. with emergencies situations requiring CT services managed as needed.  
All appointments are scheduled through our  Central Scheduling number at 850-626-5130.  
Inpatient and ER CT services are available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.