Delivering high-quality medical images
Radiologists and radiology technologists at Ascension Via Christi in Manhattan - Imaging, in Manhattan, KS, are dedicated to making your imaging experience as convenient and comfortable as possible. Our diagnostic radiologists have the expertise to aid in the diagnosis and treatment of disease using high-quality test results. We explain what to expect and whether there are any instructions to follow before coming in for your imaging test or procedure. Let our care team know if you or your child have specific needs or concerns, so we can make arrangements to deliver testing that is right for you.
After your imaging test, we use a secure digital network to deliver your digital imaging results to your doctor.
Imaging services available
CT Scan (Computed Tomography): CT scans use an X-ray generating device that rotates around your body and a powerful computer to create cross-sectional images. When you arrive for your test, you will change into a gown and lie on a table that slides in and out of a large tube called a CT. It is a painless imaging test that takes only minutes to complete.
DEXA scan
DEXA scans are most commonly used to diagnose bone thinning, such as osteoporosis. Loss of bone density may be caused by rheumatoid arthritis, eating disorders, aging and having cancer treatment. They may also be used to measure your overall body composition, including fat and lean tissue. Before the scan, you will be asked to wear comfortable, loose fitting clothes or change into a gown. During the scan, you will lay flat and still on a table. The scan typically lasts about 15-20 minutes.
PET/CT scan: This test combines Positron Emission Tomography (PET) and Computed Tomography (CT) scans to create detailed 3D images of the body.
MRI (magnetic resonance imaging): An MRI uses strong magnetic fields to create detailed images of organs and other structures in your body. During your appointment, you will be asked to change into a gown and remove all jewelry, glasses, and hearing aids. You will lie flat in a tube that is open on both ends. The tube then slides into the MRI machine. For some MRI tests, a contrast dye is inserted through an IV. The scan may last anywhere from a few minutes to over an hour, depending on what images are needed
We also offer breast imaging on our campus, including: mammography, breast ultrasound, ultrasound-guided breast biopsy, and stereotactic breast biopsy.
For many imaging tests, a referral from your healthcare provider is required. A referral is not required for a screening mammogram. For questions about your insurance coverage, talk with your insurance provider