Diagnostic Imaging

The Diagnostic Imaging Department provides a wide range of diagnostic imaging services: including CT scanning, Mammography, MRI scanning, Ultrasound scanning, Angiography & Interventional Procedures, Fluoroscopy and General Radiography.

The department operates on the paperless and filmless concept using the Radiology Information System (RIS) and Picture Archiving and Communication System (PACS).These systems are fully integrated with the Hospital Information System (HIS) and Electronic Medical Record (EMR).

Fully integrated system has resulted in reduction of patients waiting time, rapid access of images and reports by clinicians, and a more efficient workflow.

The department provides inpatient and outpatient services  with a total radiological examination of about 125,000 per year.

Vision:

To fulfill the needs of the customer and remain the foremost fully digital radiology department in Malaysia.

Missions:

	To provide high quality diagnostic and interventional radiology services in an efficient and cost effective manner
	To use appropriate sophisticated  and up to date technology
	To take into consideration the needs, comfort and convenience of the patient
	To work as a team towards providing the highest quality of care for our patient
	To continue updating our knowledge thus ensuring the best radiological management for our patients

The department provides diagnostic and interventional services for patients of all age group and disciplines. Mobile services are provided for the critically ill and non-ambulatory patient.

Emergency radiology services are provided 24 hours a day.

Diagnostic Imaging services:

General radiography (Computed Radiography & Direct Digital System)

Computerised Tomography (CT)

Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI)

Mammography (Full Field Digital Mammography)

Ultrasonography

Fluoroscopy

Angiography

Mobile services:

General Radiography including Forensic Radiography

Ultrasonography.

Mobile C-Arm Image Intensifier.

Interventional Radiology Services:

Biopsy

Drainage

Stent insertion

Radio-frequency ablation

Chemo-embolisation

Percutaneous  ablative injections

Fistuloplasty

Locations:

Examinations requiring special patient preparation:

Ultrasound – Hepatobiliary System / Urinary System, CT, and MRI scans

Special procedures, angiography and interventional examinations

Most gastro-intestinal (GI) and urinary tract examinations including intravenous urogram (IVU), studies of the esophagus (barium swallow), stomach (barium meal) and colon (barium enema)

Mammography (breast imaging)

To ensure successful examination it is important that you follow any instructions about examinations requiring special patient preparation that are given and discussed with you at the time when the appointment is made.

Useful things to bring / have with you: Reading materials, puzzles / crosswords, pen and paper.

Belongings and valuables: Please avoid bringing valuables to the department. Please keep your belongings and valuables (if any) with you at all time.

Clothing: You may be asked to change to our examination gown for your examination.

Hand Washing And Scrub:

Hand washing facilities and alcohol rub are available and encouraged for patient and visitor use.

Our Personnel:

Different types of personnel are involved in performing imaging procedures:

Radiologist

Medical Officers

Radiographer

Nurse

We can provide an area of quiet and privacy for mothers who need to breast-feed.

The department has a water dispenser available for patients and visitors.

Toilets are available for both patients and visitors in our waiting area.

 Enquiries:

Contact Telephone Numbers:

	We want to make your stay in our department comfortable. Please bear with us if there is a short delay.
	We might be waiting for an imaging procedure on another patient to be completed.
	Please do not hesitate to ask any questions if you think you have been waiting for too long.

Our personnel are committed to provide the highest attainable standard of care. We strive to continually improve our service and value feedback:

 Please address your feedback to:

Head of Department,

Department of Diagnostic Imaging,

Selayang Hospital,

68100 BATU CAVES.

Tel : +6 03 6126 3333 ext : 2153

Fax : +6 03 61370857

E-Mail :