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Why choose UCSF Health for imaging and radiology?
The radiology department at UCSF Health has a strong tradition of excellence and has been an international leader in imaging for more than a century.
Our experts use state-of-the-art imaging technology to evaluate a range of routine and complex conditions, from broken bones to tumors. We also use sophisticated systems to help guide procedures for better precision.
Our radiologists collaborate with specialists in many other areas, including orthopedics, oncology, cardiology and women's health, to provide safe, high-quality care to every patient. With more than 600,000 imaging procedures performed annually, our depth of experience is unmatched in San Francisco.
Why choose UCSF Health for imaging and radiology?
The radiology department at UCSF Health has a strong tradition of excellence and has been an international leader in imaging for more than a century.
Our experts use state-of-the-art imaging technology to evaluate a range of routine and complex conditions, from broken bones to tumors. We also use sophisticated systems to help guide procedures for better precision.
Our radiologists collaborate with specialists in many other areas, including orthopedics, oncology, cardiology and women's health, to provide safe, high-quality care to every patient. With more than 600,000 imaging procedures performed annually, our depth of experience is unmatched in San Francisco.
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Breakthrough research
Our researchers and physicians have pioneered advances in the field, such as a specialized imaging scan that improves prostate cancer detection and treatment.Convenient access
We offer multiple outpatient imaging locations throughout the region, making it easy to find the services you need close to where you live and work.Accredited facilities
Our imaging facilities are accredited by the American College of Radiology (ACR), reflecting the safety and quality of our services.Advanced technology
We use best-in-class scanning systems and technology to deliver high-resolution images in less time and with the least amount of radiation possible.
Our radiology and imaging services
Patients and providers throughout Northern California turn to UCSF Health for excellence in imaging. We offer all types of imaging, including X-rays, ultrasounds, CT scans and MRIs. We have some of the most powerful technology available, offering fast, precise diagnostic tests.
Our radiology specialties include:
Screenings. These tests detect diseases before symptoms appear. Ask your provider if calcium scoring, lung cancer screening, mammography or DEXA bone density screenings are right for you.
Breast imaging. We use 100% digital imaging to detect and diagnose breast cancer. Our advanced imaging capabilities include 3D mammography (tomosynthesis), breast ultrasound and breast MRI.
Nuclear medicine. Nuclear imaging uses a tiny amount of a radioactive substance to help diagnose and monitor diseases in their earliest stages, such as cancer, heart disease and bone problems.
Musculoskeletal imaging. Radiologists and orthopedic surgeons diagnose bone, joint and soft tissue disorders. We offer special accommodations for people with claustrophobia or metal implants.
Interventional radiology. Our experts use imaging guidance to perform minimally invasive procedures through tiny incisions. We examine and treat blocked or abnormal blood vessels in our catheterization labs.
Neurointerventional radiology. We treat strokes, aneurysms and other cerebrovascular diseases (conditions affecting blood vessels in your brain) using minimally invasive techniques.
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Treatments
- Echocardiography
- Vascular Ultrasound
- CT of the Chest
- Magnetic Resonance Angiogram
- Image-Guided Biopsy of the Spine
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How to send radiology images to UCSF Health
If you had radiology images taken at another institution, you can send them easily to UCSF Health through our secure online portal.
Accreditations & memberships
American College of Radiology
ACR accreditation means we meet the highest standards for imaging safety and quality, so you can trust the care you receive at UCSF Health imaging facilities.
Research initiatives
UCSF Department of Radiology and Biomedical Imaging ResearchOpens in a new window
The UCSF Department of Radiology and Biomedical Imaging is home to many state-of-the-art research labs, all working to use imaging technologies to improve the understanding, diagnosis and treatment of disease.