Diagnostic Imaging

Along with exceptional compassion, care and respect, Westerly Hospital’s Diagnostic Imaging Department offers you the best in technology and clinical expertise. Our highly skilled staff is registered and licensed, and performs complex exams using state-of-the-art technology, and improves care by using the latest imaging techniques.

You also benefit from the broad experience of our board certified, fellowship-trained radiologists who are equipped with a comprehensive range of technologies including:

• MRI
• CT Scan
• PET/CT Scan
• Nuclear Medicine
• Digital Mammography
• 3D Tomography
• Breast MRI
• Breast Ultrasound (Automated Whole Breast)
• Bone Density Scanner
• X-Ray Radiology
• PACs – archival system for optimized image storage and retrieval
• Ultrasound

For more information and to schedule an appointment, call 401-348-3292

Lung Cancer Screening

Westerly Hospital’s Diagnostic Imaging department offers Lung Cancer screenings with a low dose CT scanner.  Lung cancer usually develops and spreads for years without causing symptoms, making it difficult to detect at an early stage.

Lung cancer symptoms

• Persistent cough
• Hoarseness or wheezing
• Shortness of breath
• Sputum (spit or phlegm) streaked with blood
• Recurring bronchitis or pneumonia
• Weight loss or loss of appetite
• Chest pain

Who Should be Screened?

Benefits related to lung cancer screening have been clearly proven for the following individuals:

• Adults between the ages of 50 and 80*
• A 20 pack-year smoking history
• A current smoker or someone who has quit smoking within the last 15 years
• Individuals who are asymptomatic (no signs/symptoms of lung cancer)
• Patients should be in good enough health to withstand and recover from surgery and oncology treatment 

*Medicare coverage up to age 77

Information for referring providers:

New patients are welcome with a referral from a physician, physician assistant, or an advanced practice nurse. A referral is required for a patient to be scheduled for a lung cancer screening. If patients call our office, they will be instructed to ask their provider to submit a referral. Referrals can be made through Epic.

For information on lung cancer screening, call the Diagnostic Imaging department at 401-348-3291.

Our Locations

Services are offered at the Diagnostic Imaging Center at Westerly Hospital.