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Radiology at Holzer Medical Center in Gallipolis
With all of the current technology available at HMC, the Department of Radiology provides a key asset in helping your physician to diagnose your condition.
The Department of Radiology is located on the ground floor of the hospital next to the emergency room. Radiology not only provides diagnoses, but also treats vascular disease with the use of balloon angioplasty and stent placement, procedures performed in our vascular imaging department located on the second floor in the ASU area of the hospital.
With a team of 3 interventional radiologists, technologists, and nurses with years of experience, Radiology’s vascular imaging service provides all of the procedures that are available in large city and university hospitals, close to home. In addition to our technical expertise, we feel our service is special because of the small town attitudes and customer friendly service of our staff.
If you wish to call or email the Radiology department at Holzer Medical Center, Gallipolis, please visit the Holzer Medical Center, Gallipolis contact page.
Radiology Services at Holzer Medical Center
The Radiology Department at Holzer Medical Center, Gallipolis provides a full range of diagnostic procedures including X-ray, CT scanning, Nuclear Medicine, and Ultrasound, as well as interventional procedures such as: arteriography, balloon angioplasty and stent insertion, dialysis graft repair, vena cava filter insertion, percutaneous nephrostomy, thrombectomy, and embolization to name a few.
The Nuclear Medicine Department provides the full range of nuclear procedures as well as radioiodine therapy for the treatment of thyroid disease.
Mobile PET/CT service is available every other week on Thursday. PET is used to help diagnose and stage cancer.
Laser Therapy for Treatment of Varicose Veins
Holzer Medical Center offers a new alternative in the treatment of varicose veins: Endovenous Laser Therapy. This is a non-surgical method of resolving the unsightly, painful and potentially dangerous effects of varicose veins. Lasers are a proven means of treating many medical conditions because of their inherent precision, reliability and safety. The application of lasers to the treatment of varicose veins is a welcome, non-surgical alternative.
 Varicose veins can lead to a range of serious circulatory problems, including blood clots, leg ulcers and poor circulation. This is a very common problem with approximately 25 percent of women and 15 percent of men in the United States suffering from this condition. Women are more prone to suffer from varicose veins because of pregnancy, and heredity has been shown to be a contributory factor as well.
In endovenous laser therapy, a small needle is inserted into the vein, which has been numbed with a local anesthetic. A very thin laser fiber is then inserted into the vein and directed to the desired treatment location. When the laser is activated, thermal energy is delivered, causing the vein to close. The laser fiber is gradually withdrawn until the entire diseased vessel is treated. The whole procedure lasts less than one hour, and after treatment, patients can walk immediately and return to normal activities.
"Endovenous laser therapy is a very patient-friendly procedure with excellent results,” commented Mike Roe, RT-R, Director of Radiology at Holzer Medical Center. “Before this therapy was developed, the only effective treatment for large varicose veins was vein stripping, an invasive surgical procedure with a longer recovery period. Now, many of these same patients can be treated as an outpatient, with the procedure often covered by insurance. Because the therapy is both effective and cost-effective, more and more patients are choosing to have their veins treated by the laser. Endovenous laser therapy is a major advancement in the treatment of varicose veins."
 CT
Scans
Holzer Medical Center has added a new CT Imaging System that vastly
improves the medical care for our patients. It is a 64-Slice CT
Scanner that creates a series of cross-sectional X-ray images through a
portion of the body. During the CT scan, an X-ray beam passes
through the body and is recorded by electronic detectors.
Each X-ray measurement lasts just a fraction of a second and
represents a "slice" of an organ or tissue. The greater the number of
detectors, the better the speed and resolution of the picture, and the
thinner the slice, the better the detail. A computer then uses these
slices to reconstruct highly detailed, 3-D images of the heart, other
organs, and blood vessels throughout the body. In most cases, a patient
is injected with a contrast solution to increase the visual detail.
Conventional CT requires that patients hold their breath and remain
completely immobile during the scan, which can make it difficult to
obtain an accurate image of some patients; particularly pediatric and
geriatric patients. Because the 64-slice CT scans so quickly, even in a
single breath, these patients now have access to technology that
facilitates timely and accurate diagnosis.
Holzer Medical Center’s new CT scanner significantly improves the
service for trauma patients in the Emergency Department, where speed of
diagnosis and treatment can mean the difference between life and death.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is x-ray dye used for?
X-ray dye or contrast is used in x-ray, CT, and vascular imaging to help us see different organs and arteries on your images or film. The dye is injected in a vein to see the organs, or in an artery to look for narrowing or blockages. Your kidneys filter this dye naturally from your system and it leaves your body in your urine. Even though this contrasting agent is referred to as dye, your urine will not change in color, because the contrast agent is actually clear.
Why can’t I eat or drink (NPO) anything before some of the procedures?
Some foods, such as caffeine and dairy products, interfere with the test and not allow us to see everything. There are even a few tests for which we ask you not to smoke prior testing. You will be given an instruction sheet at the time of scheduling explaining what you can or cannot eat, or do, before your test begins. Please follow your instructions, otherwise we may have to reschedule your procedure or even repeat the exam on another day.
Will I be radioactive after having a Nuclear Medicine study?
A very small amount indeed of radioactive material is injected into a vein in your arm. The amount of radioactivity is not only very small, it has a short lifespan and will be excreted through your urine after a short time. There are no special instructions that you will have to follow after this test.
What is a CT?
CT stands for computed tomography (sometimes referred to
as a CAT scan) and is a fast, painless tool doctors use to see inside
the body. A CT scanner combines X-rays with computer technology to
create detailed images of your internal structures and organs.
Will I feel claustrophobic during a CT scan?
A: Our state-of-the-art system is designed to enhance
patient comfort and has a more open design than many traditional CT
scanners. This allows patients to see outside of the machine during
examinations and helps to reduce claustrophobic effects.
Are there any people who shouldn’t get CT scans?
If you are pregnant, think you might be pregnant, or
have allergies to fish or iodine, you should inform your doctor and CT
technologist prior to your exam.
Will the CT scan hurt?
No. CT is a painless, non-invasive test. Your exam might
require you to take a contrast agent that will make your blood vessels
and tissues more visible. You may also be asked to hold your breath for
a few seconds during the exam.
How long will my CT exam take?
It depends on which study your doctor has ordered. Most
exams are quick and last just a few minutes. You may be asked to arrive
15 or 30 minutes prior to your exam time.
Do I have to do
anything special to prepare for my CT scan?
How you prepare for your CT scan depends on what part of
the body is being examined. You may be asked not to eat or drink
anything before your exam.
What is a contrast agent in a CT Scan?
It is a liquid substance that makes tissues stand out
more clearly against their surroundings, enabling the details to show up
on the X-ray. You may be given the contrast agent intravenously or
orally. It will leave your body naturally within a few hours.
Will I be alone during the CT exam?
During your CT exam, you will be in contact with a
technologist. Even when he or she is not in the CT room you will be able
to communicate via intercom. The technologist will inform you when an
exam is about to start, and when it is finished. Family members and/or
friends are typically not permitted to stay with you in the CT room.
Testimonials from our Patients
- I have been in other hospitals, but I have received the best care at your hospital
- Very courteous, making sure I was comfortable
- Friendly and caring
- Staff was very professional and helpful
- The staff was competent and caring
- My experience was very good
- Everything was perfect
- Thank you for your excellent care and concern
- The girl who did my CT scan was very nice and informative
Department History
Beginning as an X-Ray Department, Radiology has always been a part of the Holzer Medical Center. We started offering Nuclear Medicine and diagnostic vascular imaging procedures in 1973. The vascular interventional procedures began in 1995. Ultrasound was introduced to HMC in 1978 and CT in 1985.
Personnel
Radiology is staffed by a variety of personnel, including receptionists, patient transport, technologists (all registered by either the ARRT or CNMT and licensed by the State of Ohio), nurses, and radiologists.
The radiology department also offers the University of Rio Grande Radiology and Ultrasound students as well as West Virginia State Nuclear Medicine students a place where they can complete their clinical education. All of the students are supervised by a registered technologist during their clinical education.
Service Area
At the Radiology department at Holzer Medical Center, we typically see patients from all of the surrounding counties as well as patients from other areas of Ohio and West Virginia.
Location
Department of Radiology
100 Jackson Pike
Gallipolis, Ohio 45631
740-446-5141
Michael W. Roe, R.T.-(R), Director,
mroe@holzer.org
The Department of Radiology is located on the ground floor of the hospital next to the emergency room. Vascular Imaging department is located on the second floor in the ASU area of the hospital.
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