Iowa Radiology Blog

7 Facts About Uterine Fibroids

Apr 6, 2021 4:15:00 PM Posted by Iowa Radiology

If you have a uterus, there is a good chance that at some point in your life, you’ll have uterine fibroids. Also known as leiomyomas, fibroids are typically benign smooth muscle tumors that commonly grow in and around the uterus...

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Iowa Radiology Attains NAPBC Accreditation

Jan 20, 2021 4:41:18 PM Posted by Iowa Radiology

Continuing a Tradition of Exceptional Service

Iowa Radiology has always been committed to providing exceptional service to our patients and our community. In keeping with that commitment, we are proud to announce our voluntary...

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Honoring Technologists on National Radiologic Technology Week

Nov 4, 2019 8:45:00 AM Posted by Iowa Radiology

Reasons to Celebrate

Each year during the week of November 8, we celebrate National Radiologic Technology week to highlight the vital role radiologic technologists (RTs) play in patient care and safety. The American Society of...

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Celebrating the International Day of Women and Girls in Science

Feb 11, 2019 7:30:00 AM Posted by Iowa Radiology

In 2016, the United Nations General Assembly declared February 11 the International Day of Women and Girls in Science. In doing so, they promoted the understanding that the participation of women and girls is essential to meeting...

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Celebrate RTs During National Radiologic Technology Week!

Nov 1, 2017 4:24:00 PM Posted by Iowa Radiology

Each year, we recognize the contributions of radiologic technologists (RTs) to health care during National Radiologic Technology Week (NRTW). Although initially celebrated in July, it was later moved to coincide with Wilhelm...

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Celebrate the International Day of Radiology November 8!

Nov 6, 2016 9:00:00 AM Posted by Iowa Radiology

November 8 is the International Day of Radiology (IDoR)! 2016 marks the fifth IDoR as well as the 121st anniversary of Wilhelm Conrad Roentgen’s discovery of the X-ray. To commemorate the event, more than 100 medical societies...

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November 6–12 Is National Radiologic Technology Week!

Oct 30, 2016 11:00:00 AM Posted by Iowa Radiology

Next week is National Radiologic Technology Week, an annual recognition of the important work of radiologic technologists (RTs). First celebrated the week of July 22, 1979, the celebration was later moved to November to coincide...

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Helping a Child Through Radiology Procedures

Jul 15, 2016 3:00:00 PM Posted by Iowa Radiology

Comfort is important for everyone, particularly during unusually stressful situations. When children have to endure medical procedures, however, providing comfort is vital. Medical procedures, including radiologic imaging, and...

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How Should I Decide Where to Have My Mammogram?

Mar 29, 2016 11:36:00 AM Posted by Iowa Radiology

Annual mammography beginning at age 40 has been shown to be a highly effective way of reducing breast cancer mortality. If you’ve decided to schedule yearly breast cancer screenings, you’re taking an important step in protecting...

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