Clinical Services
Radiology
The Radiology Department at San Antonio Community Hospital is organized into three major components: Diagnostic Radiology, Nuclear Medicine, and Radiation Oncology. Click on Nuclear Medicine or Radiation Oncology to learn more about these services.
Certifications and Accreditations
All of our Computed Tomography (CT) and Magnetic Resonance (MR) technologists are registered by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists. Our mammography service is accredited by the American College of Radiology and certified by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) through the Mammography Quality Standards Act (MQSA) program.
Scope of Services
Diagnostic radiology services are tests that help your physician diagnose your condition. The following services are offered:
- General radiography and fluoroscopy
- DXA scan - bone density (osteoporosis screening)
- Mammography and Stereotactic breast biopsy
- Diagnostic ultrasonography, including "real time" linear scanning
- Portable capabilities including fluoroscopy in surgery
- Angiography
- Head and body CT scanning
- Magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) and open MRI
Filmless Technology
All imaging facilities have a Picture Archiving and Communication System (PACS), which uses digital imaging technology rather than x-ray film, to record radiology images. Physicians can view the digital images and accompanying reports using the latest Internet technology. The Hospital's secure server, firewall protection, and physician access protocol ensure the confidentiality of individual patient information.
The images can be stored on a CD, and securely archived as long-term patient records. This system provides significant savings in time and money due to the elimination of x-ray film, and the costs associated with film processing, administration, and storage. This user-friendly system allows for quicker reporting, viewing at multiple locations, and instant access to previous studies.
The images can be stored on a CD, and securely archived as long-term patient records. This system provides significant savings in time and money due to the elimination of x-ray film, and the costs associated with film processing, administration, and storage. This user-friendly system allows for quicker reporting, viewing at multiple locations, and instant access to previous studies.
Scheduling
If your doctor’s order indicates that your exam needs to be scheduled, scheduling for all locations can be done at 909.920.4726, Monday through Friday, 7:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m. Radiology exams cannot be done without a doctor’s order.
Registration
We encourage you to pre-register by contacting a pre-registration representative at 909.948.8166 weekdays, from 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Pre-registration will enable you to come directly to the Radiology Department for your appointment. If you do not pre-register, you will need to report to the Outpatient Registration Department at least 15 minutes prior to your appointment time.
Location and Hours
Diagnostic radiology services are available at four locations: the main Hospital, Building 685, Rancho San Antonio Medical Plaza and Sierra San Antonio Medical Plaza. Click here to view location maps.
In Upland
A full range of diagnostic radiology services are available at the Hospital weekdays, from 7:00 a.m. to 8:30 p.m., and weekends and holidays, from 7:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. MRI appointments are available from 7:00 a.m. to 9:15 p.m. weekdays, and from 7:30 a.m. until 10:30 a.m. on weekends. The Department is staffed for emergencies 24 hours a day. If you have specific questions regarding your test, please contact your physician or the Radiology Department at 909.920.4710.
The imaging center in Building 685 is open weekdays, from 7:00 a.m. until 7:00 p.m. You may contact the imaging center at 909.920.6200.
The Building 685 Imaging Center provides the following diagnostic procedures:
The imaging center in Building 685 is open weekdays, from 7:00 a.m. until 7:00 p.m. You may contact the imaging center at 909.920.6200.
The Building 685 Imaging Center provides the following diagnostic procedures:
- Fluoroscopy
- Chest, spine, skull, and general radiology imaging
- Mammography and Mammotest Stereotactic breast biopsy
- Ultrasound
- Open Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI)
- CT Scan
- Scoliosis Series
- Leg length/alignment series
In Rancho Cucamonga
Radiology services at Rancho San Antonio Medical Plaza are available weekdays, from 7:00 a.m. until 5:30 p.m., and Saturday, from 8:00 a.m. until 12:00 p.m.
The services available at Rancho San Antonio include:
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Filmless Technology
The Hospital has a computed radiology system, which uses digital imaging technology rather than x-ray film, to record radiology images. Physicians can view the digital images and accompanying reports using the latest Internet technology. The Hospital's secure server, firewall protection, and physician access protocol ensure the confidentiality of individual patient information.
The images can be stored on a CD, and securely archived as long-term patient records. This system provides significant savings in time and money due to the elimination of x-ray film, and the costs associated with film processing, administration, and storage. This user-friendly system allows for quicker reporting, viewing at multiple locations, and instant access to previous studies.
The images can be stored on a CD, and securely archived as long-term patient records. This system provides significant savings in time and money due to the elimination of x-ray film, and the costs associated with film processing, administration, and storage. This user-friendly system allows for quicker reporting, viewing at multiple locations, and instant access to previous studies.
In Fontana
Radiology services at Sierra San Antonio Medical Plaza are available weekdays as follows:
- General Radiology Imaging: Monday through Friday, 8:30 am to 5:00 pm
- Mammograms: Tuesday only
first appointment 9:30 am; last appointment, 3:30 pm - Ultrasound: Tuesday only
first 8:30 am; last appointment, 3:45 pm