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Email : tarlacmed@tarlacmedicalcenter.com.ph
Radiology
Comprehensive Diagnostic Imaging Services
CT Scan Plain/Contrast
Fibroscan for Liver
Xray including C-Arm
CT Angiogram
CT Guided Biopsy
CT Guided IT Procedures
CT Guided IT Procedures
General Ultrasound
OB Ultrasound
2D Echo Ultrasound
Duplex Ultrasound
Ultrasound Guided Biopsy / IR
ECG
Treadmill Stress Test
24 Hours Holter
24 Hours ABPM
Upper and Lower GI Endoscopy
Routine Plain X-Ray Procedures
Routine radiographic examinations are performed to assess bones, organs, and soft tissues for injury, disease, or abnormalities.
- Abdomen – Evaluates possible fecal retention, foreign bodies, bowel ileus, and obstruction
- Babygram – Radiographic examination for infants to check congenital anatomic abnormalities
- Chest / Lungs – Detects chest infections, tuberculosis, and other thoracic pathologies
- Facial Bones – Assesses facial fractures
- Hip and Pelvis – Evaluates joint diseases and fractures
- Lower Extremities – Includes ankle, foot, knee, leg, thigh, and toe
- Pelvimetry – Assesses pelvic measurements and effects on the method of birth
- Rib Cage – Evaluates possible rib fractures
- Scoliosis Series – Analyzes spinal alignment
- Sinuses – Rules out acute or chronic sinusitis
- Skull – Evaluates fractures, inflammation, swelling, or tumors
- Upper Extremities – Includes arm, elbow, finger, forearm, hand, shoulder, and wrist
- Vertebral Column – Includes cervical, thoracic, lumbar spine, sacrum, and coccyx
Special Radiographic Procedures
(Contrast Enhanced Examinations)
These procedures use contrast media to improve visualization of internal organs and structures.
- Barium Enema – Examines the large colon for changes in bowel movement, abdominal pain, rectal bleeding, or blood in the stool
- Cystogram – Evaluates the bladder in cases of dysfunctional voiding, obstruction, hematuria, congenital anomalies, or post operative assessment
- Esophagogram – Assesses swallowing difficulties caused by narrowing, ulcers, cancer, or obstruction
- Hysterosalpingography – Evaluates the female reproductive system, commonly requested for infertility assessment
- Intraoperative Cholangiography – Examines the biliary tract during surgery for gallstones or duct abnormalities
- Intravenous Pyelography – Highlights the kidneys and urinary tract to detect structural irregularities
- Retrograde Pyelography – Imaging of kidneys, ureters, and bladder for tumors, stones, clots, or strictures
- T-Tube Cholangiography – Visualizes bile ducts and gallbladder following biliary surgery
- Upper Gastrointestinal and Small Bowel Series – Studies the esophagus, stomach, and small intestine to assess motility, inflammation, scarring, or obstruction
- Urethrogram – Examines the urethra for trauma, strictures, obstruction, diverticula, or suspected tumors
Ultrasound Services
Doppler Ultrasound
Services Offered
Common Ultrasound Procedures (Non Vascular)
- Chest Ultrasound – Assesses lungs, mediastinum, and pleural space
- Endocavitary Ultrasound – Transrectal pelvic, transrectal prostate, transvaginal or endovaginal examinations
- Kidney, Ureters, and Urinary Bladder (KUB) – Includes prostate, scrotal, and routine pelvic studies
- Neonatal Transcranial Ultrasound – Brain imaging for infants with open fontanelles
- Neck, Thyroid, and Parathyroid Ultrasound – Evaluates thyroid gland and lymph nodes
- Soft Tissue Ultrasound – Examines cysts, abscesses, infections, and lymph nodes
- Whole Abdomen Ultrasound – Assesses abdominal organs including liver, pancreas, kidneys, uterus, and bladder
- OB Gyne Ultrasound – Monitors pregnancy and evaluates gynecologic conditions safely
Ultrasound Guided Interventional Procedures
- Paracentesis – Diagnostic and therapeutic removal of abdominal fluid
- Percutaneous Biopsy – Tissue sampling of abdominal, kidney, liver, thyroid, or retroperitoneal masses
- Thoracentesis – Removal of excess pleural fluid to relieve breathing difficulty
- Ultrasound Guided Percutaneous Nephrolithotomy – Removal of large kidney or upper ureteral stones
Contact the Radiology Department
For inquiries regarding radiology services, X-ray procedures, ultrasound examinations, or scheduling assistance, please contact the Radiology Department at 0998 552 0557.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Do I need a doctor’s request for X-ray or ultrasound procedures
Yes. Most imaging services require a valid physician’s request.
Are X-ray and contrast procedures safe
Yes. Procedures are performed following strict safety protocols to minimize risk.
Is ultrasound safe for pregnant women and infants
Yes. Ultrasound does not use ionizing radiation and is safe for both.
How long do imaging procedures take
Most examinations are completed within 15 to 45 minutes, depending on the study.
About Tarlac Medical Center
The TARLAC MEDICAL CENTER focuses on the hospital’s commitment to excellence and distinction in patient care.
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Contact Information
Address: 8th St. TDMC Hospital Drive, Fairlane Subd, San Vicente, Tarlac City
Email: marketing.tarlacmed@gmail.com
Phone: (045) 809 0050