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Reviewing Advances in Radiology in 2025

Throughout 2025, the field of radiology underwent several changes directly related to the rapid increase in technological advancements. Artificial intelligence integrations, advances in equipment, and data systems helped make scans faster, clearer, and easier to understand. This blog will review the advancements in 2025 in…

Summer 2025 Newsletter from Imaging Healthcare Specialists

The Summer 2025 issue of CONTRAST—the newsletter of Imaging Healthcare Specialists—is now available. Read about mammography updates, our updated breast imaging ordering guide, MRI abdomen elastrography, and more! Click here to read the latest issue of CONTRAST.  

Should Celiac Disease Patients Be Concerned About Their Bone Health?

Should Celiac Disease Patients Be Concerned About Their Bone Health?According to experts, nearly two million Americans live with Celiac Disease. Celiac Disease is a chronic illness that affects both the immune and gastrointestinal systems. This disease progressively damages the small intestines by consuming gluten-containing goods.…

How FDG PET/CT Aids in Early Cancer Detection and Improves Outcomes

How FDG PET/CT Aids in Early Cancer Detection and Improves OutcomesIn the fight against cancer, early and accurate detection of potential metastases – the spread of cancer from the original site to other parts of the body – is critical. One of the most powerful…

PET-CT Imaging and Neurological Health: How It Can Help You

PET-CT Imaging and Neurological Health: How It Can Help YouA Clearer Picture of Brain Health When it comes to understanding and managing brain-related conditions, clear and accurate information is essential. PET-CT imaging is a powerful tool that allows doctors to see how your brain looks…

Winter 2025 Newsletter from Imaging Healthcare Specialists

The Winter 2025 issue of CONTRAST—the newsletter of Imaging Healthcare Specialists—is now available. Read about self-scheduling, our new billing system, next-day appointments, and more! Click here to read the latest issue of CONTRAST.

Heart Health Month: Why Coronary Calcium Screenings Are Important?

Heart Health Month: Why Coronary Calcium Screenings Are Important?It’s well-known that heart disease is the number one cause of death in the United States. To take that fact a step further, a recent report conducted by the American Heart Association found that approximately every 40…

What is Low-Dose Lung Screening and How Can It Save Lives?

According to the American Cancer Society, lung cancer is the second most common type of cancer in men and women across the United States. This fact supports the need for low-dose lung screenings. Early detection has been proven to increase the survival rates of lung…
Ultrasound

What is an Ultrasound? Understanding the Basics of Diagnostic Imaging

An ultrasound is one of the most common and versatile tools in diagnostic imaging, offering a non-invasive and safe method to visualize the internal structures of the body. Whether you’ve encountered it during a routine prenatal checkup, an injury evaluation, or a diagnostic test, understanding…

Winter 2024 Newsletter from Imaging Healthcare Specialists

The Winter 2024 issue of CONTRAST—the newsletter of Imaging Healthcare Specialists—is now available. Read about CT Low-Dose Lung Cancer Screening, Breast Imaging Update, and MRI Extremity Ordering with and without Contrast. Click here to read the latest issue of CONTRAST.

X-Ray Self Scheduling Update

In efforts to keep our referring community informed, we are excited to provide an update to our last communication letter regarding x-rays. We are reaching out to let you know starting Tuesday October 24th X-ray self-scheduling will be offered.  Once we process the X-ray order…

Benefits of X-ray Self-Scheduling

Imaging Healthcare Specialist is committed to excellent patient care, and we continue to look for ways to improve the services we provide and the access to them. In the ability to support patient safety and quality imaging we would like you to know that we…

Coronavirus Updates

Coronavirus Updates COVID-19 UPDATE 8/10/2023 IHS continues to maintain alignment with the San Diego community health care partners and therefore are making wearing masks in our offices OPTIONAL. However, please note the following exceptions: Masks will continue to be required for patients presenting with respiratory…

Winter 2023 Newsletter from Imaging Healthcare Specialists

The Winter 2023 issue of CONTRAST—the newsletter of Imaging Healthcare Specialists—is now available. Read about 3D Tomosynthesis Mammograms, Online Mammogram Scheduling, Uterine Fibroid Embolization, New and Discontinued Exams and our featured radiologist: Dr.Rowena Tena. Click here to read the latest issue of CONTRAST.

Summer 2022 Newsletter from Imaging Healthcare Specialists

The Summer 2022 issue of CONTRAST—the newsletter of Imaging Healthcare Specialists—is now available. Read about the CURES ACT and how it could affect patient care, Cerianna PET/CT services from IHS and our featured radiologist: Dr. Mark Schechter. Click here to read the latest issue of…

Spring 2022 Newsletter from Imaging Healthcare Specialists

The Spring 2022 issue of CONTRAST—the newsletter of Imaging Healthcare Specialists—is now available. Read about the first IHS podcast coming soon, an update on calcium scores and our featured radiologist: Dr. Gary Spoto. Click here to read the latest issue of CONTRAST.

Winter Newsletter from Imaging Healthcare Specialists

The winter issue of CONTRAST—the newsletter of Imaging Healthcare Specialists—is now available. Read about updates related to our quality control and improvement programs, Prostate MRI services at IHS, learn more about Dr. William Snyder in our ‘Physician Spotlight’ and learn more about our new patient…

The latest news from Imaging Healthcare Specialists

The new issue of CONTRAST—the newsletter of Imaging Healthcare Specialists—is now available. Read about important updates related to the CURES act, as well as articles on our Precision Therapy services, new National City location, a profile of one of our physicians (Dr. Sabir) and our…
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A Clearer Picture of Prostate Health

A Clearer Picture of Prostate Health Read the case study from the American College of Radiology interview with IHS Radiologist Dr. Ross Schwartzberg. It includes the rationale behind starting a clinical prostate imaging practice, the training required by the doctors to interpret the images and…

Quality at IHS

Learn more about the difference that Quality can mean. From physician performance to reporting quality, we work to meet or exceed national standards. Watch our latest video to learn more!

Now Recruiting Mammographers!

Now Recruiting Mammographers! Are you or someone you know a mammography technologist looking for a new opportunity? IHS is now recruiting mammography techs for several of our locations. Check out the video to learn more!

Contactless Check-in Now Available!

Contactless check-in is now available! IHS is proud to offer an easy, seamless, and contact-free check-in experience when visiting our centers. Check out our new video below to learn more about how it works. You can have your imaging tests here with confidence!

Find Out if you’re High Risk for Breast Cancer

Find Out if You’re High Risk for Breast Cancer IHS offers a free assessment that determines whether you are at high risk for breast cancer. Early detection can increase the efficiency of the treatment plan your doctor recommends. Start your assessment today!

Announcing our NEW Contactless Check-In

As part of our commitment to patient safety, IHS now offers a contact-free check-in process that ensures an easy, seamless experience when visiting our centers. After you call to make your appointment, you will receive an email or text with a link to the forms…

Prostate MRI Can Help Men at Risk of Prostate Cancer

Prostate MRI Can Help Men at Risk of Prostate Cancer Prostate MRI can detect and assess prostate cancer, as well as rule out the disease (RSDS). Hear Dr. K talk about how a pervious Prostate MRI and subsequent biopsy misdiagnosed his cancer, and how our…

Get Your Next Mammogram with IHS

A Mammogram is a Mammogram, right? Not all mammograms are the same and where you choose to have your mammogram matters! Consider IHS when it’s time for YOUR annual mammogram!

Mammography at IHS

Is it time for your annual mammogram? IHS offers both traditional and 3D mammography. Check out our video and see why where you choose to have your mammogram matters!

Our Contrast Newsletter is Here!

We are proud to announce that the first issue of our Contrast Newsletter is here! Featuring stories on imaging in the era of COVID, Prostate MRI, AUC Rules, and a feature on Dr. Schwartzberg, you’re not going to want to miss this! Download your copy…

Prostate MRI at IHS

Prostate MRI at IHS Interested in learning more about how prostate MRI works? Hear Michael, accompanied by our own Dr. Ross Schwartzberg, talk about his experience with Prostate MRI at IHS.

IHS Prostate MRI Commercial

IHS Prostate MRI Commercial Imaging Healthcare Specialists are proud to offer Multiparametric prostate MRI (mpMRI) which is an exciting new screening tool for men who have risk factors for prostate cancer. View our new commercial, then call 858-888-4398 or visit IHSMensHealth.com to learn more!

IHS Health and Safety Video

IHS Health and Safety Video At IHS your Health and Safety are our top priorities. We invite you to view our video outlining the measures we are taking to keep you safe in our centers.
interventional radiology

Interventional Radiology: Treating disease from inside the body

Interventional Radiology: Treating Disease From Inside The Body When most doctors think of “radiology,” they envision a doctor looking at diagnostic images on a monitor in a dark room. While that may be true for the majority of radiologists, the image is quite different for…