Diagnostics & Imaging

Reston Hospital Center has enhanced the capabilities of radiology services with next-generation technology in modern, comfortable quarters.  Our services are housed both within the hospital, and on campus in our medical office buildings, where the Women's Imaging Center, Medical Imaging Center, PET of Reston, and MRI of Reston are found*.

Diagnostic Imaging at Reston Hospital Center includes:

• 64-slice CT scanner - takes double the images as a conventional CT scanner; faster images show more detail with less motion; faster images cover larger area while contrast dye is still circulating
• 3T MRI* - magnet that is twice as strong as the conventional MRI; shows more detail in less time; especially useful for imaging blood vessels in the brain in stroke diagnosis.
• Open MRI*--combines comfort and speed with high-field performance. The spacious opening helps anxious or claustrophobic patients to relax. 
• 3D color ultrasound - three-dimensional technology rather than the conventional two-dimensional picture; allows greater image selection for more precise diagnosis of abnormalities
• 4D ultrasound- includes everything that a 3D ultrasound would provide, plus the fourth dimension-time and movement.  Giving clear, moving three-dimensional pictures of your baby. That means a new dimension of information for you and your doctor.
• Digital mammography - creates digitized pictures rather than conventional film views; improved detection of abnormalities especially in dense breasts; two new units will be available late this spring. 
• DexaScan - scans for the density of the bones.  This device is essential for the diagnosis of orthopedic disorders such as osteoporosis. 
• Fluoroscopy- a study of the moving structures of the body-similar to an X-ray movie.  is used in many types of examinations and procedures, such as barium x-rays, cardiac catheterization, arthrography (visualization of a joint or joints), lumbar puncture, placement of intravenous (IV) catheters (hollow tubes inserted into veins or arteries), intravenous pyelogram, hysterosalpingogram, and biopsies.
• Intravenous Pyelogram- An intravenous pyelogram, also called intravenous urography, is a diagnostic x-ray of the kidneys, ureters, and bladder.
• Barium x-ray is a radiographic (x-ray)--examination of the gastrointestinal (GI) tract. Barium x-rays (also called upper and lower GI series) are used to diagnose abnormalities of the GI tract, such as tumors, ulcers and other inflammatory conditions, polyps, hernias, and strictures.
• Positron Emission Tomography (PET)* - shows metabolic activity in the body; can help physicians detect alterations in biochemical processes that suggest disease before changes in anatomy are apparent with other imaging such as CT or MRI. 
• Interventional Radiology- involves both diagnosis and treatment using radiology. These procedures treat ever-widening range of conditions inside the body by inserting various small instruments or tools, such as catheters or wires, with the use of various x-ray and imaging techniques (i.e., CT scanners, MRI scanners, ultrasound scanners). Interventional radiology offers an alternative to the surgical treatment of many conditions and can eliminate the need for hospitalization, in some cases. 

Technology is only the beginning. Results are only as good as the professionals who are reading and interpreting the images.  With a team is among the best in the area, all RHC radiologists have completed training in specific areas of expertise, such as MRI, CT, ultrasound, mammography or nuclear medicine is a specialty area of its own.

Learn more about the Women's Imaging Center at 1860 Town Center Parkway, here, which includes digital mammography, traditional and 4D ultrasound, dexascan, and ultrasound guided and stereotactic breast biopsy.  To schedule an appointment call 703-689-9005.

The Medical Imaging Center, located in 1830 Town Center Parkway, offers ultrasound, CT, Xray (including fluoroscopy) and intravenous pyelogram to detect kidney stones.  To schedule an imaging appointment call 703-689-9005.  

To schedule an appointment at MRI of Reston or PET of Reston call 703-478-0922.  

*PET of Reston and MRI of Reston are joint ventures with Reston Radiology Consultants.