About Us
What We Do
X-rays
Images are acquired by the use of low dose electromagnetic radiation (x-rays). X-rays pass through the human body and are used to create radiographic images which can be displayed digitally and interpreted by a radiologist (e.g bones, lungs, etc).
Fluoroscopy
Images are acquired using “real-time” x-rays to evaluate the passage of radiographically dense contrast material (e.g. barium sulphate) through body structures, such as the stomach and intestines, etc. It may also be utilized for x-ray “guidance” during procedures, such as lumbar punctures, to ensure precision.
Mammography
Uses low dose x-rays to detect abnormal breast tissue, including breast cancer. X-ray images are taken from top-to-bottom and angled from side-to-side while the breast is compressed between a clear plastic paddle and the detector.
Ultrasound
High frequency sound waves are used to create images (without radiation) and are useful to evaluate the abdomen, pelvis, musculoskeletal system, heart and various other anatomical structures. Please note for an abdominal ultrasound you should be fasting and have a full bladder.
CT scan (computed tomography)
Uses a series of multiple computerized x-ray images taken from different angles around the body to produce detailed cross-sectional imaging (slices) of anatomical regions such as the brain, chest and abdomen, offering more diagnostic information than normal x-rays.
Bone densitometry (DEXA)
Special type of x rays used to determine the density of bones and therefore detect osteoporosis (fragile bones at risk of fracture).
PET- CT Scans
A PET-CT Scan is the combination of images from a positron emission tomography (PET) scan and a computed tomography (CT) scan. During the scan, safe radioactive material is injected to detect abnormal tissues / metabolism in anatomical structures, useful in e.g. the detection of cancer and evaluating the body’s response to certain treatments.
MRI
A strong magnetic field (without radiation) is used to produce highly detailed images of anatomical regions such as the brain, spine and musculoskeletal system.
- Our practice operates two MRI machines: a 1.5T (Tesla) machine and a state-of-the-art 3T machine.
Radiologists
Dr Jacques de Jong
Dr Jacques de Jong
Dr Werner Coetzer
Dr Werner Coetzer
Dr Cornel Engelbrecht
Dr Cornel Engelbrecht
Dr Jacqueline du Toit
Dr Jacqueline du Toit
Dr Hanno Pretorius
Dr Hanno Pretorius
We have a dedicated team of professional radiographers who assist in the acquisition and processing of imaging.
Address
- Physical Address: X-Ray department Pretoria East Hospital Cnr Garsfontein & Netcare Street Moreleta Park 0181
- Postal address: P.O. Box 45, Moreleta Park, 0167
