Massachusetts General Hospital | Imaging

Adult Medicine Imaging

The Adult Medicine Imaging Program at Massachusetts General Hospital Imaging offers a wide range of diagnostic exams and minimally invasive, image-guided treatments, all provided using leading-edge equipment and interpreted by specialty-trained radiologists.

Bone and Joint Imaging and Intervention

The Bone and Joint Imaging and Intervention Program at Massachusetts General Hospital Imaging offers state-of-the-art diagnostic exams including MRI and CT, interpretation by specialty-trained radiologists, and image-guided procedures for the bones, joints, and spine.

Breast Imaging

The Breast Imaging Program at Massachusetts General Hospital Imaging provides state-of-the-art exams including digital mammography and breast tomosynthesis, the expertise of specialized breast radiologists, and a network of convenient metro Boston locations.

Cancer Imaging and Intervention

The Cancer Imaging and Intervention Program at Massachusetts General Hospital Imaging combines leading-edge technology and the expertise of specialty-trained radiologists to provide comprehensive cancer detection and monitoring, plus image-guided treatments for specific types of cancer.

Heart Imaging

The Heart Imaging Program at Massachusetts General Hospital Imaging provides comprehensive diagnostic cardiac imaging, using state-of-the-art CT and MRI technology and with expert interpretation by specialty-trained cardiovascular radiologists.

Neuroendovascular Program

Working as part of the Vascular Center, the interventional specialists of the Neuroendovascular Program perform minimally invasive, image-guided treatments for conditions including stroke and cerebral aneurysm. These same interventionalists also use minimally invasive techniques to treat non-vascular conditions including herniated disc and vertebral fractures. In addition, our specialty-trained radiologists use the latest imaging technologies to provide diagnostic exams for a full range of neurological conditions.

Pediatric Imaging

The Pediatric Imaging Program at Massachusetts General Hospital Imaging specializes in ensuring the safety and comfort of child patients while providing the latest technology and the expertise of specialized pediatric radiologists.

Vascular Imaging and Intervention

Working as part of the Vascular Center, the interventional vascular specialists of the Vascular Imaging and Intervention Program at Massachusetts General Hospital Imaging perform minimally invasive, image-guided treatments for conditions including stroke and peripheral vascular disease. These same interventionalists also use minimally invasive techniques to treat non-vascular conditions including uterine fibroids and certain kinds of cancer. In addition, our specialty-trained radiologists use the latest imaging technologies to provide diagnostic exams for a full range of vascular conditions.

Angioplasty and stenting

Massachusetts General Hospital Imaging provides angioplasty and stenting, a minimally invasive, image-guided treatment for narrowing and blockage of arteries and veins throughout the body, in a caring environment using the latest technology.

Bone densitometry

Massachusetts General Hospital Imaging provides bone densitometry testing in a caring environment using the latest technology, and every scan is interpreted by a radiologist with specialty training.

Breast MRI (magnetic resonance imaging)

Massachusetts General Hospital Imaging provides breast MRI (magnetic resonance imaging) services in a comfortable, caring environment using the latest technology, and every scan is read by a radiologist with specialty training in breast imaging.

Cardiac CT (computed tomography)

Massachusetts General Hospital Imaging provides Cardiac CT (computed tomography) imaging services in a caring environment using the latest technology and radiation-dose-reduction techniques, and every scan is interpreted by a cardiac-imaging specialist.

Cardiac MRI (magnetic resonance imaging)

Massachusetts General Hospital Imaging provides cardiac MRI services in a caring environment using the latest technology, and every scan is interpreted by a cardiac-imaging specialist.

Cardiac stress test with imaging

Massachusetts General Hospital Imaging provides cardiac stress tests in a caring environment using the latest technology, and every scan is interpreted by a radiologist with specialty training.

Coil occlusion of cerebral aneurysms

Massachusetts General Hospital Imaging provides coil occlusion, a minimally invasive, image-guided treatment for cerebral aneurysm, in a caring environment using the latest technology.

CT (computed tomography)

Massachusetts General Hospital Imaging provides CT (computed tomography) imaging services in a caring environment using the latest technology and radiation-dose-reduction techniques, and every scan is interpreted by a radiologist with specialty training.

CT (computed tomography) colonography

Massachusetts General Hospital Imaging provides CT (computed tomography) colonography exams, sometimes called "virtual colonoscopy" exams, in a caring environment using the latest technology and radiation-dose-reduction techniques, and every scan is interpreted by a radiologist with specialty training.

CTA (computed tomography angiography)

Massachusetts General Hospital Imaging provides CTA (computed tomography angiography) imaging services in a caring environment using the latest technology and radiation-dose-reduction techniques, and every scan is interpreted by a radiologist with specialty training.

Dental CT (computed tomography)

Massachusetts General Hospital Imaging offers dental CT (computed tomography) imaging services, providing dentists and oral surgeons with 3D images to aid in planning implant procedures.

Endovenous thermal ablation (EVTA)

Massachusetts General Hospital Imaging provides endovenous thermal ablation (EVTA), a minimally invasive, image-guided treatment for varicose veins, in a caring environment using the latest technology.

Kyphoplasty

Massachusetts General Hospital Imaging provides kyphoplasty, a minimally invasive, image-guided treatment for back pain caused by vertebral fractures, in a caring environment using the latest technology.

Lung-cancer screening using CT (computed tomography)

Massachusetts General Hospital Imaging now offers CT (computed tomography) lung-cancer screening, on a self-pay basis, for individuals meeting specific criteria.

Mammogram (screening or diagnostic)

Massachusetts General Hospital Imaging provides mammograms in a caring environment using the latest technology, and every scan is interpreted by a radiologist with specialty training in breast imaging and breast disease.

MRI (magnetic resonance imaging)

Massachusetts General Hospital Imaging provides MRI services in a comfortable, caring environment using the latest technology, and every scan is read by a radiologist with specialty training.

Nuclear medicine scan

Massachusetts General Hospital Imaging provides nuclear medicine exams in a caring environment using the latest technology and radiation-dose-reduction techniques, and every scan is interpreted by a radiologist with specialty training.

Nucleoplasty (percutaneous discectomy)

Massachusetts General Hospital Imaging provides nucleoplasty (percutaneous discectomy), a minimally invasive, image-guided treatment for back pain caused by herniated discs, in a caring environment using the latest technology.

PET-CT (positron emission tomography – computed tomography)

Massachusetts General Hospital Imaging provides PET-CT (positron emission tomography – computed tomography) services in a comfortable, caring environment using the latest technology, and every scan is read by a radiologist with specialty training.

Prostate MRI (magnetic resonance imaging)

Massachusetts General Hospital Imaging provides prostate MRI services in a comfortable, caring environment using the latest technology, and every scan is read by a radiologist with specialty training.

RFA (radiofrequency ablation)

Massachusetts General Hospital Imaging provides RFA (radiofrequency ablation), a minimally invasive, image-guided treatment for some types of cancer tumors, in a caring environment using the latest technology.

Selective internal radiation therapy (SIRT)

Massachusetts General Hospital Imaging provides selective internal radiation therapy (SIRT), a minimally invasive, image-guided treatment for liver cancer tumors, in a caring environment using the latest technology.

Spine injection

Massachusetts General Hospital Imaging provides spine injection, an image-guided treatment for pain in the neck, back, and other areas, in a caring environment using the latest technology.

Transarterial chemoembolization (TACE)

Massachusetts General Hospital Imaging provides transarterial chemoembolization (TACE), a minimally invasive, image-guided treatment for liver cancer tumors, in a caring environment using the latest technology.

Ultrasound

Massachusetts General Hospital Imaging provides the highest level of care to our patients using modern ultrasound technology. Exams are performed by registered sonographers and interpreted by radiologists with specialty expertise.

Uterine fibroid embolization (UFE)

Massachusetts General Hospital Imaging provides uterine fibroid embolization (UFE), a minimally invasive, image-guided treatment for fibroid tumors of the uterus, in a caring environment using the latest technology.

Vertebroplasty

Massachusetts General Hospital Imaging provides vertebroplasty, a minimally invasive, image-guided treatment for back pain caused by vertebral fractures, in a caring environment using the latest technology.

ACOG FAQ: Endometriosis

ACOG FAQ: Hysterectomy