Some types of scans include X-rays, computed tomography (CT), magnetic resonance imaging (MRI), and ultrasound scans. Medical professionals use scans to help diagnose a range of health conditions.

Medical imaging technology is no longer just tied to radiology departments and cart-based systems. Handheld imaging devices can now be employed in any office or patient setting and can deliver fast ...

When radiologist Pouneh Razavi reads a patient’s mammogram, she hunts for blips in the X-ray image that could indicate breast cancer. Then, a second reader looks at the image, and the two compare ...

Muyinatu "Bisi" Bell conducts NIH-backed research to improve medical imaging so that every patient—regardless of skin color or body size—gets an early and accurate diagnosis. "I aim to ensure that ...

In today's data-driven healthcare landscape, medical imaging stands at the forefront of diagnosis and treatment planning. From X-rays and MRIs to CT scans and ultrasounds, these images provide crucial ...