Prepare for Your Visit

General instructions

Arrival time: Please arrive at least 15 minutes prior to your scheduled appointment to allow time for check-in and any required paperwork.
Cancellations or rescheduling: If you are unable to attend, kindly notify us at least 24 hours in advance to avoid delays in your care and allow us to offer your slot to another patient.
Pregnancy and breastfeeding: If you are pregnant, think you may be pregnant, or are currently breastfeeding, please let us know when booking and again at check-in, as some scans may need to be adjusted or postponed.
Medications: Continue taking your regular medications unless instructed otherwise. If you’re unsure whether any medication will affect your scan, please speak with your referring provider or our team.
What to bring: A valid photo ID, your insurance card (if applicable), any referral forms and prior imaging records if requested, any pre-authorization paperwork provided by your physician or insurer.

CT (Computed Tomography)

Do not eat solid food 4 hours before your scheduled exam time. Please only drink water the day of your exam and drink enough to be well hydrated.

Please do not take any NSAIDs or blood thinners, including Aspirin, Aleve, and Ibuprofen for 3 days leading up to the exam.

Please do not ingest caffeine 6 hours prior to your exam. This includes coffee, soda, energy drinks, tea, chocolate, and anything else that may contain caffeine. Our goal is to maintain a low resting heart rate for optimal diagnostic images. If you have been prescribed medication to lower your heart rate by your physician, please take as they have instructed. Do not eat solid food 4 hours before your scheduled exam time. Please only drink water the day of your exam and drink enough to be well hydrated. Your exam cannot be completed if you have taken erectyle disfunction medication within 48 hours of your scheduled exam. Please arrive 30 minutes before your appointment time so prep may be verified.

xPlease do not ingest caffeine 6 hours prior to your exam. This includes coffee, soda, energy drinks, tea, chocolate, and anything else that may contain caffeine. Our goal is to maintain a low resting heart rate for optimal diagnostic images. If you have been prescribed medication to lower your heart rate by your physician, please take as they have instructed.

Do not eat solid food 4 hours before your scheduled exam time. Please only drink water the day of your exam and drink enough to be well hydrated. Please arrive 45 minutes prior to the exam unless otherwise instructed.

Drink 32oz of water within 1 hour of your exam, water is available onsite. You may use the restroom as needed. Please only drink water the day of your exam and drink enough to be well hydrated. Do not eat solid food 4 hours before your scheduled exam time.

Do not eat solid food 4 hours before your scheduled exam time. Please only drink water the day of your exam and drink enough to be well hydrated.

To complete this procedure you must have a Foley catheter in place before arrival at the facility. Please contact us at 866-614-8555 or go to SimonMed.com and chat with an agent there for any questions.

Do not eat solid food 4 hours before your scheduled exam time. Please only drink water the day of your exam and drink enough to be well hydrated. Please arrive 45 minutes prior to the exam.

Please do not take any NSAIDs or blood thinners, including Aspirin, Aleve, and Ibuprofen for 3 days leading up to the exam.

DEXA

Please arrive 15 minutes prior to your scheduled appointment time. Do not take any calcium supplements 24 hours before the exam. Wear loose and comfortable clothing that is free of metal, including buttons or zippers.

Fluoroscopy

Please do not take any NSAIDs or blood thinners, including Aspirin, Aleve, and Ibuprofen for 3 days leading up to the exam.

Mammogram

Please do not take any NSAIDs or blood thinners, including Aspirin, Aleve, and Ibuprofen for 5 days leading up to the exam. Discontinue use of fish oil 5 days before your exam. If you are on Coumadin or Heparin, consult your physician about stopping these medications 5 days prior to your exam. If you are on Plavix, obtain written approval from your physician to discontinue Plavix for 5 days. Without this approval, the biopsy cannot be performed. If you have prior imaging done outside of SimonMed, please ensure these records are delivered to our office 3 days before your biopsy to avoid rescheduling. On the day of your exam, you may have a light meal before your appointment. Please wear a two-piece outfit for convenience. Do not apply any cream, lotion, or deodorant in the breast area.

No Cream, lotion, powder, or deodorant in breast or armpit area. Wear a two piece outfit. Please arrive 15 minutes prior to the exam unless otherwise instructed.

Nothing to eat or drink 30 minutes prior to saliva sample

No Cream, lotion, powder, or deodorant in breast or armpit area. Wear a two piece outfit. Please arrive 15 minutes prior to the exam unless otherwise instructed.

MRI (Magnetic Resonance)

Please arrive 60 minutes before your scheduled appointment time to be screened for safety. Do not eat solid food 6 hours before your scheduled exam time. Please only drink water the day of your exam and drink enough to be well hydrated. You will be required to change into MRI safe attire before your exam. Please attempt to wear 100% cotton underwear. If you have any electronic or metallic devices implanted please call your scheduled location for additional instructions. If possible please have your implant card available when calling so we may better assist you.

Please abstain from ejaculation for 72 hours prior to the exam. Eat light meals the day prior to and on the day of the exam. Do not eat solid food 4 hours before your scheduled exam time. Please only drink water the day of your exam and drink enough to be well hydrated. To enhance the quality of the prostate evaluation, a fleet enema is necessary 2 hours before the exam to clear the rectum of stool and air. Please arrive 30 minutes before your scheduled appointment time to be screened for safety. You will be encouraged to use the restroom just before your exam to ensure the best possible results. You will be required to change into MRI safe attire before your exam. Please attempt to wear 100% cotton underwear. If you have any electronic or metallic devices implanted please call your scheduled location for additional instructions. If possible please have your implant card available when calling so we may better assist you.

Please arrive 30 minutes before your scheduled appointment time to be screened for safety. You will be required to change into MRI safe attire before your exam. Please attempt to wear 100% cotton underwear. If you have any electronic or metallic devices implanted please call your scheduled location for additional instructions. If possible please have your implant card available when calling so we may better assist you.

Please arrive 30 minutes before your scheduled appointment time to be screened for safety. Do not eat solid food 4 hours before your scheduled exam time. Please only drink water the day of your exam and drink enough to be well hydrated. You will be required to change into MRI safe attire before your exam. Please attempt to wear 100% cotton underwear. If you have any electronic or metallic devices implanted please call your scheduled location for additional instructions. If possible please have your implant card available when calling so we may better assist you.

Please arrive 30 minutes before your scheduled appointment time to be screened for safety. Do not eat solid food 4 hours before your scheduled exam time. Please only drink water the day of your exam and drink enough to be well hydrated. Please do not ingest caffeine 24 hours prior to your exam. This includes coffee, soda, energy drinks, tea, chocolate, and anything else that may contain caffeine. Do not use any lotions, deodorants, or oils in the breast or underarm area on the day of exam. You will be required to change into MRI safe attire before your exam. Please attempt to wear 100% cotton underwear. If you have any electronic or metallic devices implanted, please call your scheduled location for additional instructions. If possible, please have your implant card available when calling so we may better assist you.

Do not eat solid food 4 hours before your scheduled exam time. Please only drink water the day of your exam and drink enough to be well hydrated. Please do not ingest caffeine 24 hours prior to your exam. This includes coffee, soda, energy drinks, tea, chocolate, and anything else that may contain caffeine. Do not use any lotions, deodorants, or oils in the breast or underarm area on the day of exam.

Please arrive 30 minutes before your scheduled appointment time to be screened for safety. Do not eat solid food 6 hours before your scheduled exam time. You may have water up to 2 hours before the exam. To enhance the quality of the exam, a fleet enema is necessary once upon waking and another 1.5 hours before the exam to clear the rectum of stool and air. You will be encouraged to use the restroom just before your exam to ensure the best possible results. You must have a driver present who is at least 18 years of age and will be responsible and present in the facility at all times during the appointment. This responsible party may not leave the premesis until the scan is completed. You will be required to change into MRI safe attire before your exam. Please attempt to wear 100% cotton underwear. If you have any electronic or metallic devices implanted please call your scheduled location for additional instructions. If possible please have your implant card available when calling so we may better assist you.

Please arrive 30 minutes before your scheduled appointment time to be screened for safety. Do not eat solid food 6 hours before your scheduled exam time. You may have water up to 2 hours before the exam. You must have a driver present – driver must be at least 18 years of age and will be responsible for you at all times during the appointment. They must remain in the office or outside in lobby until the scan is complete. You will be required to change into MRI safe attire before your exam. Please attempt to wear 100% cotton underwear. If you have any electronic or metallic devices implanted please call your scheduled location for additional instructions. If possible please have your implant card available when calling so we may better assist you.

Please arrive 60 minutes before your scheduled appointment time to be screened for safety and to drink oral contrast. If you are late, you may not be able to be accomodated on the schedule. Do not eat solid food 4 hours before your scheduled exam time. Please only drink water the day of your exam and drink enough to be well hydrated. You will be required to change into MRI safe attire before your exam. Please attempt to wear 100% cotton underwear. If you have any electronic or metallic devices implanted please call your scheduled location for additional instructions. If possible please have your implant card available when calling so we may better assist you.

Please arrive 30 minutes before your scheduled appointment time to be screened for safety.
Do not eat solid food 4 hours before your scheduled exam time. Please only drink water the day of your exam and drink enough to be well hydrated.
You will be required to change into MRI safe attire before your exam. Please attempt to wear 100% cotton underwear.
If you have any electronic or metallic devices implanted please call your scheduled location for additional instructions. If possible please have your implant card available when calling so we may better assist you.

Please arrive 30 minutes before your scheduled appointment time to be screened for safety. Do not eat solid food 4 hours before your scheduled exam time. Please only drink water the day of your exam and drink enough to be well hydrated. You will be required to change into MRI safe attire before your exam. Please attempt to wear 100% cotton underwear. If you have any electronic or metallic devices implanted please call your scheduled location for additional instructions. If possible please have your implant card available when calling so we may better assist you.

Please arrive 30 minutes before your scheduled appointment time to be screened for safety. Do not eat solid food 6 hours before your scheduled exam time. You may have water up to 2 hours before the exam. You must have a driver present – driver must be at least 18 years of age and will be responsible for you at all times during the appointment. They must remain in the office or outside in lobby until the scan is complete. You will be required to change into MRI safe attire before your exam. Please attempt to wear 100% cotton underwear. If you have any electronic or metallic devices implanted please call your scheduled location for additional instructions. If possible please have your implant card available when calling so we may better assist you.

Please arrive 30 minutes before your scheduled appointment time to be screened for safety. Do not eat solid food 6 hours before your scheduled exam time. ou may have water up to 2 hours before the exam. Do not take any NSAIDs or blood thinners, including Aspirin, Aleve, and Ibuprofen for 5 days leading up to the exam.You must have a driver present who is at least 18 years of age and will be responsible and present in the facility at all times during the appointment. This responsible party may not leave the premesis until the scan is completed. You will be required to change into MRI safe attire before your exam. Please attempt to wear 100% cotton underwear. If you have any electronic or metallic devices implanted please call your scheduled location for additional instructions. If possible please have your implant card available when calling so we may better assist you.

Please arrive 30 minutes before your scheduled appointment time to be screened for safety. Do not eat solid food 4 hours before your scheduled exam time. Please only drink water the day of your exam and drink enough to be well hydrated. You will be required to change into MRI safe attire before your exam. Please attempt to wear 100% cotton underwear. If you have any electronic or metallic devices implanted please call your scheduled location for additional instructions. If possible please have your implant card available when calling so we may better assist you.

Please arrive 30 minutes before your scheduled appointment time to be screened for safety. Do not eat solid food 6 hours before your scheduled exam time. You may have water up to 2 hours before the exam. You must have a driver present – driver must be at least 18 years of age and will be responsible for you at all times during the appointment. They must remain in the office or outside in lobby until the scan is complete. You will be required to change into MRI safe attire before your exam. Please attempt to wear 100% cotton underwear. If you have any electronic or metallic devices implanted please call your scheduled location for additional instructions. If possible please have your implant card available when calling so we may better assist you.

Please arrive 30 minutes before your scheduled appointment time to be screened for safety. Do not eat solid food 4 hours before your scheduled exam time. Please only drink water the day of your exam and drink enough to be well hydrated. You will be required to change into MRI safe attire before your exam. Please attempt to wear 100% cotton underwear. If you have any electronic or metallic devices implanted please call your scheduled location for additional instructions. If possible please have your implant card available when calling so we may better assist you.

Please arrive 30 minutes before your scheduled appointment time to be screened for safety. Do not eat solid food 6 hours before your scheduled exam time. You may have water up to 2 hours before the exam. You must have a driver present – driver must be at least 18 years of age and will be responsible for you at all times during the appointment. They must remain in the office or outside in lobby until the scan is complete. You will be required to change into MRI safe attire before your exam. Please attempt to wear 100% cotton underwear. If you have any electronic or metallic devices implanted please call your scheduled location for additional instructions. If possible please have your implant card available when calling so we may better assist you.

Please arrive 30 minutes before your scheduled appointment time to be screened for safety. Do not eat solid food 4 hours before your scheduled exam time. Please only drink water the day of your exam and drink enough to be well hydrated. You will be required to change into MRI safe attire before your exam. Please attempt to wear 100% cotton underwear. If you have any electronic or metallic devices implanted please call your scheduled location for additional instructions. If possible please have your implant card available when calling so we may better assist you.

Please arrive 30 minutes before your scheduled appointment time to be screened for safety. Do not eat solid food 6 hours before your scheduled exam time. You may have water up to 2 hours before the exam. To enhance the quality of the exam, a fleet enema is necessary once upon waking and another 1.5 hours before the exam to clear the rectum of stool and air. You will be encouraged to use the restroom just before your exam to ensure the best possible results. You must have a driver present – driver must be at least 18 years of age and will be responsible for you at all times during the appointment. They must remain in the office or outside in lobby until the scan is complete. You will be required to change into MRI safe attire before your exam. Please attempt to wear 100% cotton underwear. If you have any electronic or metallic devices implanted please call your scheduled location for additional instructions. If possible please have your implant card available when calling so we may better assist you.

Please arrive 30 minutes before your scheduled appointment time to be screened for safety. Do not eat solid food 6 hours before your scheduled exam time. You may have water up to 2 hours before the exam. To enhance the quality of the exam, a fleet enema is necessary once upon waking and another 1.5 hours before the exam to clear the rectum of stool and air. You will be encouraged to use the restroom just before your exam to ensure the best possible results. You will be required to change into MRI safe attire before your exam. Please attempt to wear 100% cotton underwear. If you have any electronic or metallic devices implanted please call your scheduled location for additional instructions. If possible please have your implant card available when calling so we may better assist you.

Please arrive 30 minutes before your scheduled appointment time to be screened for safety. Do not eat solid food 6 hours before your scheduled exam time. You may have water up to 2 hours before the exam. To enhance the quality of the exam, a fleet enema is necessary once upon waking and another 1.5 hours before the exam to clear the rectum of stool and air. You will be encouraged to use the restroom just before your exam to ensure the best possible results. You must have a driver present – driver must be at least 18 years of age and will be responsible for you at all times during the appointment. They must remain in the office or outside in lobby until the scan is complete. You will be required to change into MRI safe attire before your exam. Please attempt to wear 100% cotton underwear. If you have any electronic or metallic devices implanted please call your scheduled location for additional instructions. If possible please have your implant card available when calling so we may better assist you.

Please arrive 30 minutes before your scheduled appointment time to be screened for safety. Do not eat solid food 6 hours before your scheduled exam time. You may have water up to 2 hours before the exam. To enhance the quality of the exam, a fleet enema is necessary once upon waking and another 1.5 hours before the exam to clear the rectum of stool and air. You will be encouraged to use the restroom just before your exam to ensure the best possible results. You will be required to change into MRI safe attire before your exam. Please attempt to wear 100% cotton underwear. If you have any electronic or metallic devices implanted please call your scheduled location for additional instructions. If possible please have your implant card available when calling so we may better assist you.

Please arrive 30 minutes before your scheduled appointment time to be screened for safety. Do not eat solid food 6 hours before your scheduled exam time. You may have water up to 2 hours before the exam. You must have a driver present – driver must be at least 18 years of age and will be responsible for you at all times during the appointment. They must remain in the office or outside in lobby until the scan is complete. You will be required to change into MRI safe attire before your exam. Please attempt to wear 100% cotton underwear. If you have any electronic or metallic devices implanted please call your scheduled location for additional instructions. If possible please have your implant card available when calling so we may better assist you.

Please arrive 30 minutes before your scheduled appointment time to be screened for safety. Do not eat solid food 4 hours before your scheduled exam time. Please only drink water the day of your exam and drink enough to be well hydrated. Please do not ingest caffeine 24 hours prior to your exam. This includes coffee, soda, energy drinks, tea, chocolate, and anything else that may contain caffeine. Do not use any lotions, deodorants, or oils in the breast or underarm area on the day of exam. You will be required to change into MRI safe attire before your exam. Please attempt to wear 100% cotton underwear. If you have any electronic or metallic devices implanted, please call your scheduled location for additional instructions. If possible, please have your implant card available when calling so we may better assist you.

Nuclear Medicine

Please arrive 30 minutes before your scheduled appointment time. You should be well hydrated and must drink 2 or more 8oz glasses of water. You are allowed to take pain medication if needed. If nursing, you must refrain from breast feeding after exam and discard breast milk for 24 hours. If desired, you can pump and store breast milk for 3 days prior to exam for use after exam is completed.

Please arrive 30 minutes before your scheduled appointment time. You should be well hydrated. Drink 2 or more 8oz glasses of water. Please arrive in loose comfortable clothing. Expect to be at our facility one hour after first steps of appointment and then returning 3 to 5 hours later for imaging which will take 45 minutes to complete. If you are claustrophobic, you may take medication not on the restricted list. Please review the list below of medications that are restricted prior to your exam.

If nursing, you must refrain from breast feeding after exam and discard breast milk for 7 days. If desired, you can pump and store breast milk for 7 days prior to exam for use after exam is completed.

Restricted Medications for your exam are as follows:

Restricts for 24 hours: Akovaz, Ephedrine (Sudafed), Norephedrine, Epinephrine, Ketamine (Ketalar), Isoflurane (Forane, Terrell)
Restrict for 2 days: Cocaine, Methylphenidate (Aptensio, Concerta, Cotempla, Metadate, Methylin, QuilliChew, Quillivant, Ritalin), Selegiline (Emsam or Eldepryl), Methamphetamine (Desoxyn)
Restrict for 3 days: Mazindol (Manzanor, Sanorex), Modafinil (Provogil)
Restrict for 5 days: Paroxetine (Paxil), Memantine, Benztropine (Cogentin), Fentanyl (Subsys, Duragesic, Sublimaze, Abstral, Fentora, Actiq)
Restrict for 6 days: Sertraline (Zolaft), Amoxapine (Asendin)
Restrict for 7 days: Amphetamine (aclzenys, Evekeo, Adderall, Adzenys, Dyanavel), Dexamphetamine (ProCentra, Zenzedi, Dexedrine, Liquadd)
Restrict for 8 days: Citalopram (Celexa), Escitalopram (Cipralex/Lexapro), Cannabidiol or Amfebutamone, Bupropion (Wellbutrin, Zyban, Aplenzin, Buproban, Forfivo, Budeprion)
Restrict for 14 days: Phentermine (Adipex, Lomaira, Suprenza), Phencyclidine (Servyl, Sernylan, PCP)

Please arrive 60 minutes before your scheduled appointment time. You should be well hydrated and drink 2 or more 8oz glasses of water. Do not eat 4 hours prior to the appointment. You must bring 50mg captopril medication prescribed by your doctor. Discontinue diuretic medications (water pills such as Lasix, Furosemide, Demadex etc.) for 24 hours prior. If nursing, you must refrain from breast feeding after exam and discard breast milk for 24 hours. If desired, you can pump and store breast milk for 3 days prior to exam for use after exam is completed.

Please arrive 30 minutes before your scheduled appointment time. You should be well hydrated. Complete a bowel preparation 24 hours prior to exam, bowel preparation includes the use of oral laxatives to decrease activity in the bowel. If you are too ill or unable to eat solid you can proceed without recommended prep. You will be asked to return 6 hours as well as 24 hours later for imaging. Please wear loose comfortable clothing and remove all jewelry. If nursing, you must refrain from breast feeding after exam and discard breast milk for 30 days.

Please arrive 30 minutes before your scheduled appointment time. Nothing solid by mouth 8 hour prior to exam. Discontinue antacids/anti-emetics 24 hours prior to exam. Please bring your own egg white sandwich consisting of two cooked egg whites and two pieces of bread (bread type is your choice). Make sure sandwich is prepared without additives such as butter, oil, mayonnaise. If you are allergic to egg or vegan tofu is an acceptable alternative. Please wear loose comfortable clothing and remove all jewelry. If nursing, you must refrain from breast feeding after exam and discard breast milk for 24 hours. If desired, you can pump and store breast milk for 1 day prior to exam for use after exam is completed. This exam takes a total of 4 hours to complete.

Please arrive 30 minutes before your scheduled appointment time. Nothing solid by mouth 8 hour prior to exam. Discontinue antacids/anti-emetics 24 hours prior to exam. Please bring in your oatmeal, no sugar or flavoring. If nursing, you must refrain from breast feeding after exam and discard breast milk for 24 hours. If desired, you can pump and store breast milk for 1 day prior to exam for use after exam is completed. You will be at the facility for 90 minutes.

Please arrive 30 minutes before your scheduled appointment time. Nothing solid by mouth 8 hour prior to exam. Discontinue antacids/anti-emetics 24 hours prior to exam. Please bring your own egg white sandwich consisting of two cooked egg whites and two pieces of bread (bread type is your choice) Make sure sandwich is prepared without additives such as butter, oil, mayonnaise. If you are allergic to egg or vegan tofu is an acceptable alternative. Please wear loose comfortable clothing and remove all jewelry. If nursing, you must refrain from breast feeding after exam and discard breast milk for 24 hours. If desired, you can pump and store breast milk for 1 day prior to exam for use after exam is completed. This exam takes a total of 4 hours to complete.

Please arrive 30 minutes before your scheduled appointment time. Avoid smoking, vigorous exercise, and perfumes/colognes. You should be well hydrated and must drink 2 or more 8oz glasses of water. You are allowed to take pain medication if needed. If nursing, you must refrain from breast feeding after exam and discard breast milk for 24 hours. If desired, you can pump and store breast milk for 3 days prior to exam for use after exam is completed.

Please arrive 30 minutes before your scheduled appointment time. You are not allowed to take Medications including narcotics 4 hours prior to exam. If nursing, you must refrain from breast feeding after exam and discard breast milk for 24 hours. If desired, you can pump and store breast milk for 1 day prior to exam for use after exam is completed. You will be at the facility for 90 minutes.

Please arrive 30 minutes prior to the exam unless otherwise instructed. Nothing solid by mouth 4 hours prior to exam. You will be at the facility for up to 3 hours for proper visualization of the gallbladder. If nursing, you must refrain from breast feeding after exam and discard breast milk for 24 hours. If desired, you can pump and store breast milk for 1 day prior to exam for use after exam is completed.

Please arrive 30 minutes before your scheduled appointment time. You should be well hydrated. Please wear loose comfortable clothing and remove all jewelry. You will be at the facility for 90 minutes. If nursing, you must refrain from breast feeding after exam and discard breast milk for 7 days. If desired, you can pump and store breast milk for 7 days prior to exam for use after exam is completed.

Please arrive 30 minutes before your scheduled appointment time. You should be well hydrated and must drink 2 or more 8oz glasses of water. You are allowed to take pain medication if needed. If nursing, you must refrain from breast feeding after exam and discard breast milk for 7 days. If desired, you can pump and store breast milk for 7 days prior to exam for use after exam is completed.

Please arrive 30 minutes before your scheduled appointment time. A Chest X-Ray must be performed within 24 hours prior to V/Q Scan. You should be well hydrated and must drink 2 or more 8oz glasses of water. You are allowed to take pain medication if needed. If nursing, you must refrain from breast feeding after exam and discard breast milk for 24 hours. If desired, you can pump and store breast milk for 3 days prior to exam for use after exam is completed.

Please arrive 30 minutes before your scheduled appointment time. Nothing solid by mouth 4 hours prior to exam, including medication. Please wear loose comfortable clothing and remove all jewelry. If nursing, you must refrain from breast feeding after exam and discard breast milk for 24 hours. If desired, you can pump and store breast milk for 1 day prior to exam for use after exam is completed.

Please arrive 30 minutes before your scheduled appointment time. You should be well hydrated. You will need to complete a complete bowel preparation 24 hours prior to exam; bowel preparation includes the use of oral laxatives to decrease activity in the bowel. Please wear loose comfortable clothing and remove all jewelry. You will be asked to return on site 4 hours post injection and 24-hour post injection. If you are nursing, you must refrain from breast feeding after exam and discard breast milk for 6 days. If desired, you can pump and store breast milk for 6 days prior to exam for use after exam is completed.

Please arrive 30 minutes prior to the exam unless otherwise instructed. You will be at the facility for 3 hours. If nursing, you must refrain from breast feeding after exam and discard breast milk for 24 hours. If desired, you can pump and store breast milk for 1 day prior to exam for use after exam is completed.

Please arrive 75 minutes before your scheduled appointment time. You should be well hydrated, may empty your bladder as needed. You will be at the facility for 2 hours and 30 minutes. If nursing, you must refrain from breast feeding after exam and discard breast milk for 24 hours. If desired, you can pump and store breast milk for 1 day prior to exam for use after exam is completed.

Please arrive 30 minutes before your scheduled appointment time. You should be well hydrated and must drink 24oz of water 2 hours prior to exam. You may empty your bladder as needed. Discontinue ACE Inhibitors for 24 hours prior to the exam with physician approval. If nursing, you must refrain from breast feeding after exam and discard breast milk for 24 hours. If desired, you can pump and store breast milk for 3 days prior to exam for use after exam is completed.

Please arrive 30 minutes before your scheduled appointment time. You should be well hydrated and must drink 2 or more 8oz glasses of water. You are allowed to take pain medication if needed. If nursing, you must refrain from breast feeding after exam and discard breast milk for 7 days. If desired, you can pump and store breast milk for 7 days prior to exam for use after exam is completed.

Please arrive 30 minutes before your scheduled appointment time. You should be well hydrated and must drink 24oz of water 2 hours prior to exam. You may empty your bladder as needed. Discontinue diuretic medications (water pills, Lasix, furosemide, Demadex, etc.) 24 hours prior to the exam. If nursing, you must refrain from breast feeding after exam and discard breast milk for 24 hours. If desired, you can pump and store breast milk for 3 days prior to exam for use after exam is completed.

Please arrive 30 minutes before your scheduled appointment time. You will be at the facility for 90 minutes.

Please arrive 30 minutes before your scheduled appointment time. Nothing solid by mouth 2 hours prior to exam. Refrain from thyroid medication 4 weeks prior to exam. No CT Iodine contrast exams can be done 4 weeks prior to exam. Please wear loose comfortable clothing and remove all jewelry. You cannot be pregnant or plan to become pregnant. If nursing, you will need to follow the instructions discussed during your consultation.

Please arrive 30 minutes before your scheduled appointment time. Nothing solid by mouth 2 hours prior to exam. You can drink liquids for 2 hours after pill administration. This allows the pill to fully absorb. Please follow the below medication guidelines unless otherwise instructed by your scheduler, no CT iodine contrast 6 weeks prior to the appointment. Discontinue multivitamins 5 days prior. Change to sea salt instead of salt for 5 days prior. Refrain from seafood including shrimp and shellfish 5 days prior. Discontinue the following Thyroid Medications Methimazole (Tapazole) and Carbimazole one week prior, Triiodothyronine (Cytomel) and Propylthiouracil (PTU) two weeks prior, Synthroid, Thyroxine, Elctroxin, Levoxine, Levothyroxine four weeks prior, and Amiodarone three weeks prior. If nursing, there will be restrictions discussed with you. Please wear loose comfortable clothing and remove all jewelry.

Please arrive 30 minutes before your scheduled appointment time. There are no restrictions on food or medications. You should be well hydrated. Please arrive in loose comfortable clothing. Expect to be at our facility for 90 minutes.

Please arrive 30 minutes before your scheduled appointment time. Nothing solid by mouth 4 hours prior to exam, water is ok. Please follow the below medication guidelines unless otherwise instructed by your scheduler, no CT iodine contrast 6 weeks prior to the appointment. Discontinue multivitamins 5 days prior. Change to sea salt instead of salt for 5 days prior. Refrain from seafood including shrimp and shellfish 5 days prior. Discontinue the following Thyroid Medications Methimazole (Tapazole) and Carbimazole one week prior, Triiodothyronine (Cytomel) and Propylthiouracil (PTU) two weeks prior, Synthroid, Thyroxine, Elctroxin, Levoxine, Levothyroxine four weeks prior, and Amiodarone three months prior. This exam will require you to return 4 hours and 24 hours after your initial exam time. If you are nursing, you must refrain from breast feeding and discard breast milk for 5 days. Please wear loose comfortable clothing and remove all jewelry.

PET/CT

This scan is for evaluation of Alzheimer’s Disease. Please arrive 90 minutes prior to the exam unless otherwise instructed. Drink water to ensure adequate hydration prior to administration of the tracer. Continuously drink water and void frequently during the first hours following the administration to more readily flush out the tracer.

Please arrive 30 minutes prior to exam. No strenuous exercise 24 hours prior to exam. No food and drink 4 hours prior to exam.

Patients should be well hydrated and instructed to drink 2 or more 8-ounce glasses of water prior to exam. Patients are allowed to take medication for pain if needed. If nursing, refrain from breast feeding and breast milk should be discarded for 24 hours, Patients should arrive 1 hour and 30 minutes to exam. Continuously drink water and void frequently during the first hours following the administration to more readily flush out the tracer.

Please arrive 90 minutes prior to the exam unless otherwise instructed. Drink water to ensure adequate hydration prior to administration of the tracer. Stop long-acting somatostatin drugs 4-6 weeks prior to exam and stop short-acting somatostatin drugs 24 hours prior. Continuously drink water and void frequently during the first hours following the administration to more readily flush out the tracer.

Please arrive 90 minutes prior to the exam unless otherwise instructed. You must refrain from Estrogen Receptor Modulators such as Tamoxifen, Toremifene) 8 weeks prior to exam. Estrogen Receptor down regulators (e.g. Fulves Trant) 28 weeks prior to exam. Drink water to ensure adequate hydration prior to administration of Cerianna. Continuously drink water and void frequently during the first hours following the administration to more readily flush out the tracer.

Please arrive 90 minutes prior to the exam unless otherwise instructed. No food 6 hours before the exam, including chewing gum as it could interfere with the results. Drink water the entire day of the exam which will be from the time you wake up until the time you go to bed. No strenuous physical activity or exercise 24 hours before the appointment. Wear comfortable clothing, no jewelry. No caffeine 24 hours before the exam. If diabetic, take insulin at least 4 hours before the exam. If you must eat to take insulin, please eat something lite and low in sugar. Follow a high protein, low carb diet 24 hours before the exam. (Ex: meat, fish, cheese, eggs, asparagus, mushrooms, broccoli, spinach, green beans, cauliflower, onions, lettuce & tomato, unsweetened drinks.) Foods to avoid are refined sugar, fruit, beets, carrots, corn, kidney beans, peas, yams, cereal, rice cakes, all bread, muffins, tortilla, potatoes, pretzels, chips, rice, rice, granola, oatmeal, pasta, all soda, all fruit juices, no milk of any kind. Medications can be taken as usual except those needing to be taken with food.

Please arrive 60 minutes prior to the exam unless otherwise instructed. No food 6 hours before the exam, including chewing gum as it could interfere with the results. Drink water the entire day of the exam which will be from the time you wake up until the time you go to bed. No strenuous physical activity or exercise 24 hours before the appointment. Wear comfortable clothing, no jewelry. No caffeine 24 hours before the exam. If diabetic, take insulin at least 4 hours before the exam. If you must eat to take insulin, please eat something lite and low in sugar. Follow a high protein, low carb diet 24 hours before the exam. (Ex: meat, fish, cheese, eggs, asparagus, mushrooms, broccoli, spinach, green beans, cauliflower, onions, lettuce & tomato, unsweetened drinks.) Foods to avoid are refined sugar, fruit, beets, carrots, corn, kidney beans, peas, yams, cereal, rice cakes, all bread, muffins, tortilla, potatoes, pretzels, chips, rice, rice, granola, oatmeal, pasta, all soda, all fruit juices, no milk of any kind. Medications can be taken as usual except those needing to be taken with food.

Please arrive 90 minutes prior to the exam unless otherwise instructed. Drink water to ensure adequate hydration prior to administration of the tracer. Continuously drink water and void frequently during the first hours following the administration to more readily flush out the tracer.

Ultrasound

Please arrive 15 minutes prior to the exam unless otherwise instructed. Nothing to eat or drink after midnight the night before exam.

No lotion or deodorant in area of the procedure. Please do not take any NSAIDs or blood thinners, including Aspirin, Aleve, and Ibuprofen for 7 days leading up to the exam.

Please do not take any NSAIDs or blood thinners, including Aspirin, Aleve, and Ibuprofen for 7 days leading up to the exam.

Special instructions to be given by our Womens Care Coordination Team.

Please do not take any NSAIDs or blood thinners, including Aspirin, Aleve, and Ibuprofen for 7 days leading up to the exam.

We must have a negative pregnancy test on file to perform.

Please arrive 15 minutes prior to the exam unless otherwise instructed. Drink plenty of fluid and come hydrated to your appointment. Drink 32oz of water 1 hour prior to the exam and do not void.

Nothing by mouth at least 1 hour prior to exam. Please bring a baby bottle filled with clear fluid (i.e. Pedialyte) to be given to the infant during the exam, not prior.

Please arrive 15 minutes prior to the exam unless otherwise instructed. Drink plenty of fluid and come hydrated to your appointment. Drink 32oz of water 1 hour prior to the exam and do not void.

Nothing to eat or drink after midnight the night before exam.

Please do not take any NSAIDs or blood thinners, including Aspirin, Aleve, and Ibuprofen for 7 days leading up to the exam.

Please arrive 15 minutes prior to the exam unless otherwise instructed. Nothing to eat or drink after midnight the night before exam.

Please arrive 15 minutes prior to the exam unless otherwise instructed. Nothing to eat or drink after midnight the night before exam. Please follow seperate fasting instructions given at the time of scheduling for pediatric patients.

Please arrive 15 minutes prior to the exam unless otherwise instructed. Nothing to eat or drink after midnight the night before exam.

Please arrive 15 minutes prior to the exam unless otherwise instructed. Drink plenty of fluid and come hydrated to your appointment. Drink 32oz of water 1 hour prior to the exam and do not void.

Please arrive 15 minutes prior to the exam unless otherwise instructed. Drink plenty of fluid and come hydrated to your appointment.

Please arrive 15 minutes prior to the exam unless otherwise instructed. Drink plenty of fluid and come hydrated to your appointment. Drink 32oz of water 1 hour prior to the exam and do not void.

Nothing to eat or drink after midnight the night before exam. Please come to appointment with protein drink of choice.

Please arrive 15 minutes prior to the exam unless otherwise instructed. Drink plenty of fluid and come hydrated to your appointment.

Please arrive 15 minutes prior to the exam unless otherwise instructed. Use one fleet enema day off, at least an hour before your exam. This can be picked up at any local pharmacy.

For Transabdominal Prostate Exams: Drink 32 oz of water one hour prior to the exam, and hold the bladder.

Please arrive 15 minutes prior to the exam unless otherwise instructed. Drink plenty of fluid and come hydrated to your appointment.

Avoid caffeinated drinks, smoking, and beta blockers for 6 hours prior to the scheduled exam.

Special instructions to be given by our Womens Care Coordination Team.

X-ray

Please do not eat or drink anything the day of your study, this includes medications. Do not chew gum or smoke the day of your scheduled exam. You will need to pick up a prep kit at your scheduled location at least 3 days before your exam. Instructions will be included with the prep kit.

Please do not eat or drink the day of your exam. You must have updated blood work performed before your exam. Do not take blood thinners or aspirin for 7 days before your scheduled exam and your physician must approve this.

Please do not take any NSAIDs or blood thinners, including Aspirin, Aleve, and Ibuprofen for 3 days leading up to the exam.

You must schedule during your menstrual cycle. If not currently on your cycle you will be required to bring a negative pregnancy test, only blood serum testing accepted. If pregnant during this exam it may cause spontaneous abortion of the fetus. Please call your scheduled office if you have any questions or require clarification.

Do not eat solid food 4 hours before your scheduled exam time. Please only drink water the day of your exam and drink enough to be well hydrated.

Please do not take any NSAIDs or blood thinners, including Aspirin, Aleve, and Ibuprofen for 3 days leading up to the exam.

Before your visit

Arrive prepared,feel confident

General instructions

CT (Computed Tomography)

4D Parathyroid with and without Contrast

Arthrogram

Cardiac Structure and Coronary Arteries

Coronary Calcium Score

Coronary Calcium Score

Coronary CT Angiogram (CCTA)

CT Abdomen and Pelvis with and without Contrast

CT Abdomen and Pelvis with and without Contrast & IVP

CT Abdomen with and without Contrast

CT Chest, Abdomen, and Pelvis with and without Contrast

CT with Contrast

CT with Oral Contrast

Cystogram with Contrast

Cystogram without Contrast

Enterography with Contrast

Guided Major Joint Injection

DEXA

DEXA Bone Density

Fluoroscopy

Fluoroscopy

Mammogram

Stereotactic Biopsy

Clip Placement

Diagnostic Mammogram

Genetic Testing Kit

Screening Mammogram

Stereotactic RFID Tag Placement

MRI (Magnetic Resonance)

Abdomen and Pelvis Urogram

Abdomen and Pelvis with Prostate

Advanced BCP

Advanced TBI Protocol

Body with Prostate

Brain Functional FMRI

Brain NBII without Contrast

Brain Prism/Equinox without Contrast

Brain Research

Brain Scout SWI

Brain TBI without Contrast

Brain-Cine Flow without Contrast

Brain-Spectroscopy

Brain-TBI with Contrast

Breast Bilateral

Cancer Screening MRI

Defecography

Defecography with Sedation

Enterography Abdomen and Pelvis

Liver Elastography

LMS

MRA

MRA with Sedation

MRI Guidance

MRI with Contrast

MRI with Sedation

MRI without Contrast

MRV with Contrast

MRV with Sedation

MRV without Contrast

Neuromuscular Research

Neuroquant Only

Neuroquant Only with Sedation

Prostate

Rectum

Rectum with Sedation

Rectum/Fistula Protocol

Rectum/Fistula Protocol with Sedation

Rectum/Rectal Cancer

Rectum/Rectal Cancer with Sedation

Spectroscopy

SPRINGBOK

Vacuum Needle Breast Biopsy

Nuclear Medicine

Acute Gastrointestinal Blood Loss Imaging

Bone Imaging

Bone Marrow

Brain Imaging (DATSCAN)

Arrive prepared,
feel confident