Hospital Imaging Services

Welcome to Optim Health System, your trusted provider of high-quality imaging services for both our valued patients and referring physicians. We are proud to have a team of certified and registered technologists who are dedicated to delivering exceptional care.

We understand the importance of convenience when it comes to medical imaging. That's why we bring imaging services close to your home, ensuring faster patient through-put and turnaround times, as well as quicker diagnostic reporting. By choosing Optim Medical Center-Screven or Optim Medical Center-Tattnall, you can have peace of mind knowing that you'll receive prompt and accurate results.

Our hospital imaging services encompass a wide range of advanced procedures to cater to your specific needs. Here's an overview of the imaging services we offer:

CT Scans: Our state-of-the-art CT scanning technology enables us to capture detailed cross-sectional images of various body parts. Whether you require a head, chest, abdomen, or bone scan, our skilled team is equipped to provide you with precise results.

X-Ray Services: X-rays are a common diagnostic tool used to visualize internal structures in the body. Our experienced radiographers utilize the latest X-ray equipment to obtain clear and comprehensive images, helping our physicians make accurate diagnoses.

Ultrasound Procedures: With our advanced ultrasound technology, we can create real-time images of your organs, tissues, and blood vessels using sound waves. This non-invasive procedure is particularly useful in examining the abdomen, pelvis, and obstetric conditions.

 ECHO Procedures: Our skilled technicians perform ECHO procedures to evaluate the structure and function of your heart. Using high-frequency sound waves, we can produce detailed images of your heart's chambers, valves, and blood flow, aiding in the diagnosis of cardiovascular conditions.

Mobile Mammography: We understand the importance of breast health, which is why we offer convenient mobile mammography services. Our mobile unit travels to different locations, providing screening mammograms for early detection of breast cancer. Our compassionate team ensures a comfortable experience throughout the process.

Mobile MRI (only at Tattnall): At our Tattnall location, we provide mobile MRI services for comprehensive imaging needs. Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) offers detailed views of soft tissues, organs, and structures within your body. Our mobile unit brings this advanced technology to your doorstep for your convenience.

When you choose Optim Medical Center-Screven or Optim Medical Center-Tattnall for your imaging needs, you can expect top-notch care delivered by a team of dedicated professionals. We prioritize your comfort, convenience, and timely results, ensuring that you receive the best possible care throughout your imaging journey.

Contact us today to schedule an appointment or to learn more about our imaging services. We look forward to serving you and providing the high-quality care you deserve.

Optim Medical Center-Tattnall holds a gold seal accreditation from the American College of Radiology (ACR). The ACR gold seal of accreditation represents the highest level of image quality and patient safety. It is awarded only to facilities meeting ACR Practice Parameters and Technical Standards after a peer-review evaluation by board-certified physicians and medical physicists who are experts in the field. Image quality, personnel qualifications, adequacy of facility equipment, quality control procedures and quality assurance programs are assessed.

ACCREDITATION FAQ

What should I know about radiation safety?

Before your imaging procedure be sure to ask your physician the following questions:

• Why is the test needed?
• How will having the test improve my care?
• Are there alternatives that do not use radiation and deliver similar results?
• Is the facility accredited by the American College of Radiology (ACR)?
• Are pediatric and adult tests delivered using the appropriate radiation doses?

Why should I have my imaging exam done at an accredited facility?

When you see the gold seals of accreditation prominently displayed in our imaging facility, you can be sure that you are in a facility that meets standards for imaging quality and safety. Look for the ACR Gold Seals of Accreditation.

To achieve the ACR Gold Standard of Accreditation, our facility's personnel qualifications, equipment requirements, quality assurance, and quality control procedures have gone through a rigorous review process and have met specific qualifications. It's important for patients to know that every aspect of the ACR accreditation process is overseen by board-certified, expert radiologists and medical physicists in advanced diagnostic imaging.

What does ACR accreditation mean?

• Our facility has voluntarily gone through a vigorous review process to ensure that we meet nationally-accepted standards of care.
• Our personnel are well qualified, through education and certification, to perform medical imaging, interpret your images, and administer your radiation therapy treatments.
• Our equipment is appropriate for the test or treatment you will receive, and our facility meets or exceeds quality assurance and safety guidelines.

What does the gold seal mean?

When you see the ACR gold seal, you can rest assured that your prescribed imaging test will be done at a facility that has met the highest level of imaging quality and radiation safety. The facility and its personnel have gone through a comprehensive review to earn accreditation status by the American College of Radiology (ACR), the largest and oldest imaging accrediting body in the U.S. and a professional organization of 34,000 physicians.