Medical Imaging Corp (MEDD)

Overview

Medical Imaging Corp., formerly known as Diagnostic Imaging International Corp., is a North American provider of medical diagnostic imaging services that caters to a broad spectrum of clients, including patients, hospitals, clinics, workers' compensation boards, and insurance companies. Established in 2000 and with its headquarters in Las Vegas, Nevada, the company has expanded its operations to include an independent diagnostic imaging facility in Pottsville, Pennsylvania, and three diagnostic centers in Florida. Having evolved over the years, Medical Imaging Corp. underwent a name change from Diagnostic Imaging International Corp. in July 2014, reflecting its broadened focus and services in the medical imaging sector.

Products and Services

Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI): This imaging modality uses strong magnetic fields and radio waves to produce detailed images of the organs and tissues within the body, beneficial for diagnosing a multitude of conditions.

Computed Tomography (CT): CT scans combine a series of X-ray images taken from different angles around your body and use computer processing to create cross-sectional images of the bones, blood vessels, and soft tissues, providing more detail than regular X-ray exams.

Positron Emission Tomography (PET): PET scans use a small amount of a radioactive drug to reveal how your tissues and organs are functioning, crucial in detecting diseases like cancer and brain disorders.

Ultrasound: This imaging method uses high-frequency sound waves to visualize internal organs, vessels, and tissues without using ionizing radiation, ideal for monitoring pregnancies and examining pelvic and abdominal organs.

Nuclear Medicine: It involves the use of radioactive substances to diagnose and treat diseases. By utilizing the radiotracers, it can visualize and quantify changes in bodily functions.

Digital Mammography: An advanced form of breast imaging that uses digital receptors and computers to analyze and store digital images of the breast, allowing for early breast cancer detection.

X-ray: A quick, painless test that produces images of the structures inside the body, particularly bones, using a small amount of radiation.

Bone Mineral Densitometry: This test measures bone loss, typically used to diagnose osteoporosis, and involves a low-dose X-ray that assesses bone density in various parts of the body.