by qhccs | Sep 16, 2022 | Ankle Replacement, Breast Health, Cardiology, Diagnostic Imaging, Gastroenterology, Gynecological Surgery, Orthopedics, Podiatry, Pulmonology, Sports Medicine, Surgical Services, Vascular Services, Women's Health
End of Year Savings We understand the end of the year is a very hectic time. But while we look forward to the new, let’s also take stock of how we can improve today — and save! At Barstow Community Hospital we encourage you to take some time for yourself....
by Mariah Carnahan | Apr 9, 2021 | Diagnostic Imaging, Services
Diagnostic Imaging At Barstow Community Hospital, diagnostic imaging is used to create a graphic depiction of the structures and functions of the body’s organs and other internal systems. These images are used to examine and diagnose certain medical conditions....
by Mariah Carnahan | Apr 9, 2021 | Diagnostic Imaging, Simple + Price
Bone Mineral Density Testing Osteoporosis means, literally, “porous bones,” and is a debilitating disease that can lead to bone fracture. More than 52 million Americans have low bone density and are at risk for osteoporosis— 80% are women. DEXA scans (which stands for...
by Mariah Carnahan | Apr 9, 2021 | Diagnostic Imaging, Simple + Price
CT Scanner Thanks to CT scanning (computed tomography, often called a “CAT” scan) doctors can view a “slice” of the human body painlessly. Often used to diagnose life-threatening conditions and issues like cancer, blood clots, infections, lung and liver disease, head...
by Mariah Carnahan | Apr 21, 2021 | Diagnostic Imaging
Fluoroscopy Think of fluoroscopy like a video x-ray. With the help of a contrast agent like barium (which helps illuminate physical structures when introduced into the patient’s body), fluoroscopy gives doctors a real-time view of bodily systems at work. The procedure...
by Mariah Carnahan | Apr 27, 2021 | Diagnostic Imaging
Interventional Radiology Board-certified interventional radiologists at Barstow Community Hospital are qualified to perform minimally invasive interventional procedures in our CT and ultrasound suites. These tests, geared toward accurately diagnosing health concerns...
