Inside Imaging Newsletter- April 2025
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New PET/CT at Bethesda
We are excited to announce that the new PET/CT scanner at Johns Hopkins Medical Imaging in Bethesda is now open! This groundbreaking technology allows us to continue to provide advanced PET/CT scans with faster scan times and increased sensitivity for enhanced images. Click to learn more.

Screening Mammograms with AI Technology
All mammography exams at Johns Hopkins Medical Imaging sites have been utilizing a secondary AI software since early 2024. No additional fees are charged to patients for this secondary level of review as part of our commitment to provide equitable patient access to the latest in technology and software. Our board-certified breast imaging specialized radiologists will continue to read and report on all exams. Click to learn more.

New DEXA at Columbia Medical Center
Our newest DEXA scanner at our Columbia Medical Center location allows us to leverage the latest in densitometry technology to provide quick and accurate results on bone health. With innovations in fast scanning, noise-reduction, and calibration to improve image and result accuracy, Bone Density Scanning exams are a quick, non-invasive way to measure bone mineral density (BMD) for patients. Click to learn more.

New Ultrasound at Columbia Medical Center
Another new addition to Columbia Medical Center is our ultrasound equipment. With increased patient capacity, this upgrade enables high-resolution imaging for breast, MSK, and vascular applications with expedited scanning time and enhanced image contrast and sharpness. Click to learn more.

Schedule Walk-in X-rays on MyChart
Patients are encouraged to use MyChart to schedule same-day walk-in x-ray exams to minimize wait times. All Johns Hopkins Medical Imaging sites offer x-ray walk-ins. For a step-by-step guide on how patients can schedule their imaging exams through MyChart, click to learn more.

Order Wisely: Headaches
Headaches are a common complaint among patients, with many caused by tension or chronic migraine that can be diagnosed clinically. Click to learn more details on the most appropriate imaging exam to order based on suspected diagnosis or symptoms.