Musculoskeletal Radiology
Musculoskeletal imaging concentrates on the skeleton, ligaments, muscles and joints, using CT, MRI, ultrasound and x-ray.
Our Musculoskeletal Imaging department is under the direction of Thomas J. Learch, MD who is fellowship trained in musculoskeletal imaging. He leads a team of physicians, nurses and technologists who specialize in musculoskeletal imaging.
Scientific Exhibits
"A Review of Conventional Radiography, CT, and MRI Findings in Ankylosing Spondylitis"
Musculoskeletal Cases
- CT of the hands (August, 2009)
13-year-old with disfiguring lesions of the hands. - X-ray of the foot (March, 2009)
heel pain - MRI of the hip (February, 2009)
right hip pain - MRI of the hip (December, 2008)
one month of right hip pain, without a history of trauma - MRI of the foot (November, 2008)
enlarged painful second toe - X-ray of the shoulder (August, 2008)
persistent left shoulder pain, over 6 months - MR of the knee (April 2008)
knee pain - MRI of the femur (August 2007)
11 year-old-girl presents with 2 weeks of right hip pain
Procedures
- Anesthetic/Steroid/Visco Supplement bone injection
- Arthrography/Arthrogram
- Radio Frequency Ablation of Bone Tumors
- Spine Survey for Ankylosing Spondylitis
Residency and Fellowships
Musculoskeletal Radiology Fellowship Program 2009
