"We have the technology. We have the team." Our medical imaging team, with years of collective experience, is prepared to fulfill your healthcare needs. From our in-house radiologist to our proficient registered imaging technologists, we've assembled a skilled lineup dedicated to serving you.
Dr. Mark Kristy, a board-certified radiologist at West River Health Services, meticulously reviews all diagnostic images promptly.
For additional information, please reach us at 701-567-6060.
1.5T Magnetic Resonance Imaging Services (MRI)
1.5T Magnetic Resonance Imaging Services (MRI) utilizes magnetic fields to diagnose common illnesses and injuries such
as soft tissue abnormalities, tumors, strokes, torn ligaments, and bulging disks.
64-Slice CT Scanner (Computerized Tomography)
64-Slice CT Scanner (Computerized Tomography) features advanced technology that produces split-second high-quality images, permitting doctors to see more anatomical detail in a fraction of the time. A CT scan is an X-ray procedure that also uses a computer to generate a picture of your body. This gives a 3-dimensional view or slice of a particular part of your body. With this CT scanner, West River physicians will be able to more effectively detect a range of illnesses, including cancer, stroke, and lung disease. Contrast media may be injected to help the radiologist more accurately evaluate an area.
3D Mammography Services
3D Mammography Services The Genius exam is more accurate for women of all ages, with both dense and non-dense breasts, and the Genius exam is the only mammogram FDA-approved as superior for women with dense breasts.
Our service is accredited by the American College of Radiology (ACR), and our mammography technologists are registered.
Ultrasound Imaging (Including Echocardiogram & OB)
Ultrasound Imaging (Including Echocardiogram (heart ultrasound) & OB) uses high-frequency sound waves to image various areas of the body without radiation. Like fluoroscopy, ultrasound can capture structural movement in real-time. With these capabilities, technologists and doctors can note structural differences more readily. Ultrasound is commonly used to view the body to evaluate symptoms such as pain, swelling, or infection. Some frequently performed ultrasound exams at WRHS include the gallbladder, Echocardiogram, OB, breast, carotid, venous, and various procedures and biopsies.Nuclear Imaging
Nuclear Imaging employs minimal doses of radioactive substances to diagnose and manage various medical conditions. These procedures serve both diagnostic and therapeutic purposes. Radiopharmaceuticals are combined with kits designed to target specific organs or systems within the body. Typically administered intravenously, the radiopharmaceuticals emit gamma rays, which are then detected by nuclear medicine scanners to generate detailed images of the body. Nuclear medicine encompasses a range of procedures, including cardiac stress tests, thyroid scans, kidney scans, total body bone scans, lung scans, and more.
Digital X-ray Imaging
Digital X-ray Imaging provides two-dimensional images of the body to diagnose fractures, bone abnormalities, lung diseases, and some soft tissue abnormalities. WRHS not only offers a wide range of general X-ray images for adults, but we can also safely and effectively provide X-rays for pediatric patients including scoliosis imaging.Flouroscopy Procedures
Fluoroscopy Procedures incorporate the use of both general radiology and a fluoroscope. Fluoroscopy exams are performed by the radiologist. It uses real-time imaging and contrast to help the radiologist more accurately evaluate an area. Shoulder arthrograms, upper GI studies, lower GI studies, voiding cystourethrograms, and hysterosalpingograms are some of the fluoroscopy procedures done at WRHS.Dexa Bone Density Scan
Dexa Bone Density Scan is performed with our state-of-the-art Hologic Dexa scanner.
It uses a low dose of radiation to measure the amount of calcium stored in your bones.
This information is used to determine your risk of bone fracture.
Injection Therapy Services
Mark Kristy, MD offers Injection Therapy of the Low Back, SI Joints, Hip Joints, and Shoulder Joints at West River Health Services. Injection Therapy is a nonsurgical, outpatient treatment option for pain which is caused by arthritis, fractures, or injury.
- Hip & Shoulder Injections
- SI Joint Injections
- Intercostal Nerve Blocks
- Lumbar Transforaminal and Interlaminar epidural injections (ESI’s)
If you feel you may benefit from our Injection Therapy Services, talk to your medical provider about an order.
Financial Awareness (the cost of diagnostic services)
