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HMG's Outpatient Diagnostic Centers provide the latest technology at a fraction of the cost. With diagnostic capabilities that rival the nation’s leading research medical centers, each of our state-licensed, ACR-accredited facilities boast of fully-digital diagnostic imaging—providing immediacy of results. Diagnostic Modalities & Procedures Holston Medical Group offers the following diagnostic imaging modalities. To learn more about each modality, the specific procedures performed, and pre-exam instructions, please click your modality of choice. CT Scan Densitometry Digital Mammography 3d Mammography Echocardiogram MRI Nuclear Medicine Stress Test (Exercise Treadmill Test) Ultrasound X-Ray* Note: There are no special pre-exam instructions for X-Ray exams. ACR Accredited HMG’s Outpatient Diagnostic Centers are the only such diagnostic facilities in the Tri-Cities to have achieved accreditation from the American College of Radiology (ACR) for each and every modality offered. This rigorous accreditation process demonstrates excellence in diagnostic imaging and performance. Learn more about our ACR Accredited diagnostic facilities. Low-Dose Technologies Computed Tomography (CT) scans play a vital role as a diagnostic tool for adults, and they are also extremely helpful in diagnosing illnesses in children. In pediatrics, physicians and radiologists are especially sensitive to radiation levels. Our new Philips CT system modalities have the lowest-dose CT in the market. The advanced capabilities of the new Phillip’s system provide an 80 percent lower dose of radiation with up to a 68 percent image improvement. Click to learn more about our Phillips’ Ingenuity 128 CT system. Immediacy of Results Thanks to our PACS (picture archive communication system) by Philips®, your ordering physician is provided instantaneous access via our secure web browser. With fully-digital imaging capabilities, your diagnostic images are available within just a matter of a few clicks of the mouse. For you, our patient, this means less time worrying and waiting. *Your imaging will first need to be interpreted by a member of our radiology team. Upon interpretation, both the imaging and the interpretation will be accessible within our advanced PACS system and available to your physician via our secure web browser. Special Scheduling Considerations Because we understand the anxiety associated with any sort of diagnostic testing, you can be assured that your diagnostic imaging will be performed at the earliest appointment date available. To accommodate your schedule, we provide evening appointment hours as well as Saturday hours. When you or your physician’s office calls to schedule, please let us know of any special schedule considerations and we will do our best to accommodate you.

Ballad Health's Urgent Care Clinic in Norton, Virginia, provides convenient, high-quality care for non-life-threatening injuries and illnesses for both adults and children. With a focus on efficiency, the clinic offers walk-in services, onsite testing, and imaging, making it a practical alternative to emergency room visits. The clinic emphasizes accessibility by offering extended hours and a hassle-free experience, allowing patients to receive necessary medical attention without the long wait times characteristic of hospitals. Additionally, Ballad Health provides telehealth options, including online and virtual urgent care services, ensuring patients can seek care from the comfort of their homes. Generated from the website