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Diagnostic Imaging Services
Whether your son was tackled in football practice and may have broken his arm, or it's time for your annual mammogram, you know you can find Martin Memorial Diagnostic Imaging services nearby. Diagnostic imaging services are available at our two hospitals, Martin Memorial Medical Center and Martin Memorial Hospital South, and at three outpatient locations in Stuart, St. Lucie West and our newest location in Port St. Lucie on Tiffany Avenue.

Today's imaging technology plays a critical role in patient diagnosis and treatment. Martin Memorial combines state-of-the-art equipment with the skills of experienced, board-certified physicians and technologists, all in a caring and comfortable environment. We are proud to offer excellent care with minimal wait times and quick turn-around.

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Martin Memorial Health E-News, December 2009

Diagnostic Imaging Services at Port St. Lucie now open

Martin Memorial’s Diagnostic Imaging Services at Port St. Lucie (Tiffany Ave.) is now open and provides the latest in imaging technology with a state-of-the–art high-field open bore Siemens Magnetom Espree™ MRI systems and 16-slice Somotom Spiral CT.

The new imaging suites include added patient comfort features which aren’t offered anywhere else on the Treasure Coast. Patients are able to select from a menu of special themes, filling their room with soothing lighting and music as beautiful scenery is displayed on large flat screen TVs within view of the patient. Pediatric themes, along with a stuffed animal, are provided for children to help entertain, calm and distract them while their imaging study is performed.

The new Martin Memorial Diagnostic Imaging Services is located at 1651 S.E. Tiffany Ave., Port St. Lucie.

Please call (772) 288-5817 to schedule an appointment.

Learn more about diagnostic imaging services offered at Martin Memorial.

Orthopedic Lecture Series

Join us for "Minimally Invasive Computer-Assisted Knee Replacements," presented by Dr. Norman Palmeri.

Thursday, Dec. 10, 6:30 to 7:30 p.m.
Martin Memorial Medical Center, conference room B

Call (772) 223-2804 to RSVP.

Learn more about the Martin Memorial Center for Joint Replacement.

December's Health-E Recipe

Pumpkin-Cranberry Gift Loaves

‘Tis the season for giving. Try baking these delicious loaves for family and friends.

Health News

Colon Health

Frequently asked questions:

Q. What is the purpose of performing a fecal occult blood test?

A. To detect occult blood (blood not visible by the naked eye), which indicates bleeding in the gastrointestinal tract. Such bleeding may be an indication of cancer.

Q. What are the chances of survival for someone with colon or rectal cancer?

A. If the cancer is found early and treated properly, more than 90 percent of patients survive five years or more.

What is a colonoscopy?

A colonoscopy is a procedure used to see inside the colon and rectum. Colonoscopy can detect inflamed tissue, ulcers, and abnormal growths. The procedure is used to look for early signs of colorectal cancer and can help doctors diagnose unexplained changes in bowel habits, abdominal pain, bleeding.

At what age should routine colonoscopy begin?

Routine colonoscopy to look for early signs of cancer should begin at age 50 for most people—earlier if there is a family history of colorectal cancer, a personal history of inflammatory bowel disease, or other risk factors. The doctor can advise patients about how often to get a colonoscopy.

Who should be tested?

People in high-risk categories for colorectal cancer should take the test.

High risk categories include:

• Those that have had colon or rectal cancer
• Women who have had breast cancer or reproductive tract cancer
• Those that have had benign intestinal polyps
• Those with a parent, sister or brother who has or had colon or rectal cancer
• People over the age of 40
• African-American men and women

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