Digital X-Ray & Advanced Foot Imaging in Seattle

by Dr. Hoy

Diana Torres Medical Assistant

Quick Answer

Seattle Foot and Ankle Center offers in-office digital X-ray services to provide immediate diagnostic imaging for patients. This modern technology allows Dr. Hoy's office to evaluate injuries, possible fractures, infections, and monitor healing progress directly during appointments, eliminating the need for patients to visit outside imaging facilities for X-rays. For advanced imaging studies such as CT scans or MRIs, Seattle Foot and Ankle Center requires both the radiologist's interpretation report and the images themselves for accurate review and treatment planning.

Our office features modern technology, with the most up-to-date computer systems and digital X-ray system for the medical and surgical needs of our patients.

We take x-rays in our office when they are needed for your care. This may include evaluating:

  • Injuries or possible fractures
  • Infections
  • Healing progress
  • Changes in symptoms or condition

You do not need to obtain x-rays at an outside imaging facility before your visit. If x-rays are needed, they will be performed during your appointment.

While you may bring prior x-rays if you have them, they do not replace the need for updated imaging if your condition requires it. Your provider will determine whether new x-rays are needed at the time of your evaluation.

CT, MRI, and Bone Scans

For advanced imaging studies such as CT scans, MRIs, or bone scans, we require the radiologist’s report in addition to the images. This report is necessary for accurate review and treatment planning.

If you already have these studies completed, please bring or send both:

  • The imaging report (radiologist interpretation)
  • The images themselves, if available

Why are imaging recommendations made based on your current condition?

Imaging recommendations are made based on your current condition at the time of your visit. Our goal is to ensure accurate diagnosis and the most appropriate treatment plan for you.

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Frequently Asked Questions

1 Do I need to get an X-ray before my appointment if I have a foot or ankle injury?

No, you do not need to obtain x-rays at an outside imaging facility before your visit. If x-rays are needed to evaluate your condition, they will be performed during your appointment using our in-office digital X-ray system.

2 What types of foot and ankle conditions can be diagnosed with an in-office X-ray?

In-office digital X-rays are used to evaluate various conditions, including injuries or possible fractures, infections, and to monitor healing progress or changes in symptoms. This helps ensure an accurate diagnosis for your care.

3 If I bring previous X-rays, will I still need new ones?

Your provider will determine if new x-rays are needed at the time of your evaluation, even if you bring prior images. This ensures imaging recommendations are based on your current condition for an accurate diagnosis and appropriate treatment plan.

4 What should I bring if I've already had advanced imaging like a CT, MRI, or bone scan done elsewhere?

For advanced imaging studies such as CT scans, MRIs, or bone scans, please bring or send both the radiologist's interpretation report and the images themselves, if available. This report is necessary for accurate review and treatment planning.