- Top-Tier Imaging Quality: Using advanced digital PET technology, the uMI 550 produces highly detailed images. Its ability to detect even small abnormalities helps doctors accurately diagnose and monitor conditions.
- Fast and Reliable: Powered by AI, the uMI 550 offers quick scans without compromising quality. This means patients spend less time in the scanner while still getting results that are precise and dependable.
- Better Patient Care: The machine’s technology ensures clear imaging even for tiny details, making it ideal for early detection of issues. This improves the chances of timely and effective treatments.
- Future-Ready Design: With support for a wide range of imaging needs and medications, plus automated quality checks, the uMI 550 is designed to meet evolving medical requirements while maintaining efficiency.
Radiology/Mammography
Radiology
Clarinda Regional Health Center’s (CRHC) Radiology Department is available 24/7 and has a board-certified Radiologist on-call 24/7 utilizing the latest technology in image viewing. Our technologists are nationally registered in CT, MRI, and Digital Mammography.
CRHC also has team members licensed in Vascular imaging able to assist physicians in diagnosing circulatory disorders of the neck, abdomen, arms and legs.
We meet all state and federal standards for licensure and provide the following services for our community:
3D Mammography
Early detection saves lives! CRHC offers state-of-the-art 3D & 2D mammography. 3D mammography is being called the single greatest breakthrough in breast cancer detection in 30 years! CRHC offers a Hologic Selenia Dimensions 3D mammography system with Genius technology. This system boasts a 5-year breast cancer survival rate of nearly 100 percent when early detection is made and also reduces the number of necessary callbacks by as much as 40 percent. A Genius exam includes both 2D and 3D images. 3D mammograms are 41% more likely to detect invasive breast cancer than traditional two-dimensional mammograms.
Did you know you can schedule your own mammogram?
Request an AppointmentInsurance and Medicare allow an annual mammogram that can be scheduled by you without a doctor’s referral. Please check with your Insurance provider.
You can also call to schedule your annual mammogram at (712) 542-2176.
Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI)
At CRHC we offer an in-house MRI service. In 2024 CRHC's Radiology Department installed a brand new, state-of-the-art, uMR 680 MRI representing a significant step forward in providing advanced imaging services to our community. An MRI is instrumental for capturing images of organs and tissues in the body in great detail. It is also a less intrusive method that your doctor can use to assess your skeletal system, organs, and tissue.
Here's why our MRI equipment is superior:
- Comfortable for Everyone: The uMR 680 has an ultra-wide design, making the experience less claustrophobic for patients. It also features a unique "starlight" environment, creating a calming, first-class experience during scans.
- Inclusive Design: With a table that supports up to 680 lbs., this MRI accommodates people of all sizes. It also uses advanced technology to handle movement during scans, ensuring clear images even if patients have difficulty staying still.
- Fast and Accurate: The machine offers faster scans and exceptional image quality. This means doctors can quickly and confidently diagnose issues in areas like the brain, bones, heart, and even cancer detection.
- Built for Comfort and Convenience: By combining cutting-edge AI technology with patient-friendly features, the uMR 680 ensures both efficiency and comfort, making advanced care more accessible to the local community.
Positron Emission Tomography (PETCT)
In 2024 CRHC installed a new, state-of-the-art uMI 550 PET/CT Machine, which is the only PET/CT machine in Southwest Iowa. The newly installed PET/CT machine at Clarinda Regional Health Center brings cutting-edge imaging technology to the community, enhancing care with precision and efficiency. Unlike MRI, which provides detailed images of soft tissues and structures, PET/CT combines two powerful technologies to show not only what the body looks like but also how it’s functioning. This makes PET/CT especially effective for detecting and monitoring conditions like cancer, heart disease, and neurological disorders.
Here's why our PET/CT equipment is superior:
Computed Tomography (CT)
In 2024 CRHC installed a new, state-of-the-art UCT ATLAS machine. This new CT scanner at Clarinda Regional Health Center sets a new standard for imaging, blending cutting-edge technology with patient-focused design. This machine is an important tool as they can distinguish between bone, tissue, fat, gas, and fluid for clear results that help your provider diagnose problems and prescribe an appropriate course of treatment. Results from a CT Scan at CRHC are sent to your provider within 48 hours of your visit. Studies are read by a board-certified radiologist. Here is why our CT equipment is superior:
- Low Radiation, High Precision: It delivers clear, high-resolution images while minimizing radiation exposure, ensuring patient safety without compromising quality.
- Comfortable for All Patients: With an ultra-wide opening (82 cm) and a table that supports up to 700 lbs., the uCT ATLAS is designed to accommodate all types of patients, including those who are bariatric. Its spacious design reduces discomfort during scans.
- Unmatched Speed and Clarity: The machine can complete a full rotation in just 0.25 seconds and capture up to 640 slices per rotation. This means faster scans and incredibly detailed images, helping doctors diagnose with confidence, even for complex cases like heart or trauma imaging.
- Advanced AI for Personalization: Built with artificial intelligence, the uCT ATLAS uses a 3D camera and smart technology to customize each scan to the patient, making the process smoother, more efficient, and highly precise.
Low Dose CT (LDCT) Scans for Lung Cancer:
This beneficial screening can be performed right here at CRHC. This screening tool can be very beneficial, for those who qualify, in catching lung cancer early. The CDC recommends yearly lung cancer screening with LDCT for those patients who:
► Have a 20 pack-year or more smoking history
► Smoke now or have quite within the past 15 years, and
► are between 50 and 80 years old
Not sure if you qualify? Check out the Lung Cancer Screening worksheet to help you calculate your "pack years" and be sure to talk to your provider about this tool and receiving a LDCT at your next visit.
Check out this helpful informational handout about LDCTs and getting screening at Clarinda Regional Health Center.
Bone Density & Body Composition Scanning
CRHC’s Dual Energy X-ray Absorptiometry (DXA) scanner from Hologic uses low dosage x-rays to measure how many grams of calcium and other bone materials are packed into a segment of bone. If you have some of the following risk factors, we encourage you to discuss the need for a bone density screening with your provider.
Risk Factors Include:
► Post Menopausal
► History of fractures
► Rheumatoid Arthritis
► Parathyroid disease
► Smoking
► Low body weight
We can use the same Horizon DXA system from Hologic to scan the body to get a precise assessment, including body fat, lean mass, bone mass and more. You can use these results if you’re a student-athlete looking to target specific areas or are recovering from an injury/surgery and want to compare how the muscles recover post-surgery or post-injury. You might also be recommended this scan if you’re on a weight-loss journey so you can compare your transformation from beginning to end.
Body Composition Assessment includes:
► Body Fat
► Lean Mass
► Body Mass
► Visceral Fat
► Fat Mass Index
► And more
Here is an example of the results you'll receive or download this simple handout to learn more about the DXA scan.
Nuclear Medicine
Clarinda Regional Health Center’s Symbia Evo Excel nuclear medicine machine is designed with cutting-edge technology to deliver high-quality imaging. This Nuclear medicine equipment is a specialized area of radiology that uses very small amounts of radioactive materials to examine organ function and structure. Nuclear imaging enables visualization of organ and tissue structure as well as function. It captures highly detailed images, which help doctors detect and understand health issues more effectively. This can sometimes eliminate the need for extra tests, saving time and providing faster answers for patients.
Patients may need a scan on the Symbia Evo Excel for a variety of reasons. It is commonly used to evaluate heart function, detect cancer, identify bone disorders, or monitor the effectiveness of treatments. By providing detailed images of organs, bones, and tissues, this advanced system helps doctors diagnose conditions and develop targeted treatment plans tailored to each patient’s needs.
- Comfortable and Accessible for All: ensures that all patients, regardless of size or mobility, can be scanned comfortably. Its spacious design, with a 30% larger opening and a shorter tunnel, helps make the experience easier, especially for individuals who are larger or claustrophobic. The low and sturdy patient bed also accommodates hospital beds and gurneys, ensuring even patients with limited mobility can be imaged without difficulty.
- Efficient and Space-Saving Technology: This machine is also a smart choice for modern healthcare facilities. It’s about 29% smaller than traditional systems, meaning it can fit into existing spaces without requiring major renovations. This efficiency allows the hospital to get the system up and running quickly, while its durable design ensures it remains a reliable tool for years to come.
