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High-Field Open MRI: A Breakthrough in Technology
St. Mary Imaging is the first center in the nation to
offer the new OASIS Open MRI system.
St. Mary Medical Center has invested more than $3 million to add a
new, high-field truly Open MRI system. Our Hitachi OASIS is a stateof-the-art scanner that delivers outstanding image quality in an
open system environment preferred by patients for its comfort.
St. Mary Imaging
Doctors use a variety of medical imaging techniques to
make an accurate diagnosis and monitor the progress of
treatment. When your doctor orders an X-ray, MRI, or other
type of study, you can turn to St. Mary Imaging experts for
quality care. We offer advanced imaging technologies in
two convenient locations: Langhorne and Richboro.
Our comprehensive capabilities include:
St. Mary Imaging/Langhorne
l Magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) and high-field Open MRI
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Computed tomography (CT)
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64-slice CT
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Ultrasound
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Digital X-ray
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Digital mammography
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Cardiac imaging
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Nuclear medicine
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PET/CT
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Fluoroscopy
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DEXA scans
St. Mary Imaging/Richboro
l High-field MRI
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CT
PACS
With our digital Picture
Archival and Communication System (PACS),
physicians have 24-hour
access to patients’ study
results using a secure
Internet connection from
any remote location.
The MRI unit’s wide table design better accommodates
claustrophobic and pediatric patients, as well as patients with a
large build or limited mobility. In addition, St. Mary’s new Open
MRI system produces high-quality diagnostic information for every
region of the body. The high-field open unit offers fast scan times
and motion-compensation technology for clearer imaging.
PET/CT Scanning: A Major Advance in Cancer Care
St. Mary was one of the first hospitals in the region to introduce PET/CT scanning — a powerful imaging technique that
shows great promise in the diagnosis and treatment of many diseases, particularly cancer. Our PET/CT system combines
two kinds of widely used technologies: positron emission
tomography (PET) and multi-slice computed tomography
(CT). The PET scan demonstrates the biological function of the
body before anatomical changes take place, while the CT scan
provides information about the body’s anatomy, such as size,
shape, and location.
By allowing doctors to examine your entire body at once,
PET/CT provides a more complete picture. This helps your
doctor diagnose diseases, assess the extent of disease, develop
a personalized treatment plan, and track the disease’s response
to treatment.
St. Mary Imaging is accredited by the American College of Radiology. Our
expert team performs and interprets more than 250,000 studies each year.
St. Mary Imaging
Our Imaging Services
Calcium scoring — A CT scan that looks for calcifications in
the cardiac arteries and helps doctors predict your risk for a
potential heart attack.
CT scan — Uses a computer to combine a series of X-rays to
produce a three-dimensional image of internal organs and
structures. Our system produces highly detailed images for
diagnosis of heart disease, stroke, and trauma.
Digital mammography with computer-aided detection*
— Aids in early detection of breast cancer.
To Schedule
an Appointment
A referral or prescription from your doctor is required
for most studies performed at St. Mary Imaging. We offer
convenient day, evening, and weekend appointments at
both our Langhorne and Richboro locations, and parking
is free. With one quick phone call to 215.710.2208, our
centralized scheduling process makes it easy to reserve
the time you need — and most appointments can be set
for the same or the next day.
Digital X-ray — Fast, effective way to view bone structures
and some soft tissues such as lungs.
DEXA scan* — A test of bone density to determine the
presence of osteoporosis.
Fluoroscopy — An X-ray and fluorescent screen system that
shows real-time images of the gastrointestinal tract.
Image-guided minimally invasive breast biopsy* — An
advanced technique to test for and stage breast cancer.
MRI — Uses a large magnet and radio waves to create
computer images that allow detection of subtle abnormalities
in soft tissues and primary organs.
PET/CT — Provides a unique combination of functional and
structural information, which is useful for cancer management.
Stereotactic breast biopsy* — A precise minimally invasive
alternative to surgical breast biopsy.
Ultrasound — High-frequency
sound waves used to create a
digital image of soft tissues.
*Performed at the St. Mary Breast
Center on the campus of St. Mary
Medical Center in Langhorne.
St. Mary Imaging/Langhorne
Medical Office Building, Suite 101
1205 Langhorne–Newtown Road
Langhorne, PA 19047
St. Mary Imaging/Richboro
Richboro Shopping Plaza
1059 Second Street Pike
Richboro, PA 18954
215.710.2208
www.stmaryhealthcare.org/imaging