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Vilaas S. Shetty, MD

Diagnostic Radiologist

Gender: Male
Experience: 17 years

About Vilaas S. Shetty, MD

Vilaas S. Shetty, MD is a diagnostic radiologist, body imaging radiologist / roentgenologist, neuroradiologist, pediatric radiologist, diagnostic ultrasound imaging technician, diagnostic neuroimaging radiologist, internal medicine doctor, and primary care doctor. Dr. Vilaas S. Shetty has 17 years of experience in diagnostic radiology.

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Education

Vilaas S. Shetty, MD earned a degree of a Doctor of Medicine.

Licenses

Vilaas S. Shetty, MD has been registered with the National Provider Identifier database since January 24, 2007, and his NPI number is 1164577540.

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To schedule an appointment with Dr. Vilaas S. Shetty, please call (636) 390-1575.

Diagnostic Radiologist

Dr. Vilaas S. Shetty is a Diagnostic Radiologist in Washington, MO with special training and skill in diagnosing diseases and injuries with imaging technology. As a Diagnostic Radiologist, Vilaas S. Shetty, MD performs imaging with x-rays, ultrasounds, CT scans, or radiation in order to diagnose disorders or dysfunctions in tissues and bones. Diagnostic Radiology is a field of medicine that applies imaging technology to diagnose disease and dysfunction. Significant diseases and conditions treated by Diagnostic Radiologists include bone fractures, bronchitis, heart disease, kidney stones, cirrhosis, and benign or cancerous tumors. Medical tests, procedures and therapies provided by Diagnostic Radiologists include x-rays, magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) tests, computed tomography (CT) scans, ultrasounds, mammographies, fluoroscopies, nuclear stress tests, positron emission tomographies (PET), and bone density scans (DEXA).

A radiologist who utilizes x-ray, radionuclides, ultrasound and electromagnetic radiation to diagnose and treat disease.

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Body Imaging Radiologist / Roentgenologist

Dr. Vilaas S. Shetty is a Body Imaging Radiologist / Roentgenologist in Washington, MO with special training and skill in detecting infections and diseases in major organs. As a Body Imaging Radiologist / Roentgenologist, Vilaas S. Shetty, MD performs diagnostic procedures to create images of internal organs. Body Imaging Radiology is the diagnosis of illnesses in the chest, abdomen, and pelvis with radiation imaging. Significant diseases and conditions treated by Body Imaging Radiologist / Roentgenologists include kidney stones, tuberculosis, and cancer. Medical tests, procedures and therapies provided by Body Imaging Radiologist / Roentgenologists include x-ray, MRI, CT scan, and ultrasound.

A Radiology doctor of Osteopathy that specializes in Body Imaging.

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Neuroradiologist

Dr. Vilaas S. Shetty is a Neuroradiologist in Washington, MO with special training and skill in diagnosing spine, neck, head, and central nervous system conditions by strategically using neuroimaging techniques. As a Neuroradiologist, Vilaas S. Shetty, MD performs X-rays, computed tomography (CT) or magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) scans to detect neurological dysfunctions. Neuroradiology is a subspecialty of radiology that diagnoses and characterizes abnormalities of the central and peripheral nervous system. Significant diseases and conditions treated by Neuroradiologists include cerebrovascular diseases, head, neck, and spinal diseases, carotid blowout syndrome, epistaxis, and facial hemangioma. Medical tests, procedures and therapies provided by Neuroradiologists include computed tomography (CT), diffuse optical imaging, event-related optical signal, magnetic resonance imaging, functional magnetic resonance imaging, magnetoencephalography, positron emission tomography, single-photon emission computed tomography, and cranial ultrasound.

A radiologist who diagnoses and treats diseases utilizing imaging procedures as they relate to the brain, spine and spinal cord, head, neck and organs of special sense in adults and children.

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Pediatric Radiologist

A radiologist who is proficient in all forms of diagnostic imaging as it pertains to the treatment of diseases in the newborn, infant, child and adolescent. This specialist has knowledge of both imaging and interventional procedures related to the care and management of diseases of children. A pediatric radiologist must be highly knowledgeable of all organ systems as they relate to growth and development, congenital malformations, diseases peculiar to infants and children and diseases that begin in childhood but cause substantial residual impairment in adulthood.

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Diagnostic Ultrasound Imaging Technician

A Radiology doctor of Osteopathy that specializes in Diagnostic Ultrasound.

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Diagnostic Neuroimaging Radiologist

Dr. Vilaas S. Shetty is a Diagnostic Neuroimaging Radiologist in Washington, MO with special training and skill in interpreting medical images of the brain and spine. As a Diagnostic Neuroimaging Radiologist, Vilaas S. Shetty, MD performs imaging of the head, neck, and spine. Diagnostic Neuroimaging is the use of medical imaging to identify neurological issues. Significant diseases and conditions treated by Diagnostic Neuroimaging Radiologists include injuries, epilepsy, multiple sclerosis, Alzheimer's disease, and brain tumors. Medical tests, procedures and therapies provided by Diagnostic Neuroimaging Radiologists include CT scan, MRI, MR spectroscopy, and PET scan.

A licensed physician, who has completed a residency program in Neurology, and who has additional training, experience, and competence in the standards of performance and interpretation of Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI / MRA) of the head, spine, and peripheral nerves, and Computed Tomography (CT) of the head and spine. Physicians are trained in the administration of contrast media and the recognition and treatment of adverse reactions to contrast media. Neuroimaging training encompasses thorough knowledge of clinical neurology, neurophysiology, neuroanatomy, neurochemistry, neuropharmacology, and dynamics of cerebrospinal fluid circulation. Physicians possess special expertise in the technical aspects and clinical applications of each of the modalities and techniques of neuroimaging.

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Internal Medicine Doctor

Dr. Vilaas S. Shetty is an Internal Medicine Doctor in Washington, MO with special training and skill in the diagnosis, treatment, and care of adults across the spectrum from health to complex illness. Internists specialize in puzzling medical problems and in the ongoing care of chronic illnesses. Internists also specialize in preventing disease by promoting health, and are trained to manage multisystem disease conditions that single-organ-disease specialists may not be trained to address. As an Internal Medicine Doctor, Vilaas S. Shetty, MD performs assessment, diagnosis, prevention, and treatment therapies for diseases and disorders in adult patients. Internal Medicine is a medical specialty focused on study, prevention, assessment, diagnosis, and treatment of short and long term multi-organ conditions. Significant diseases and conditions treated by Internal Medicine Doctors include cold and flu, heart disease, hypertension, diabetes, obesity, and chronic lung disease. Internists generally act as personal physicians and often develop long-term relationships with their patients. Medical tests, procedures and therapies provided by Internal Medicine Doctors include medical history reviews, physical exams, blood tests, scans, and other diagnostic tests, as well as specialist referrals. Internists may choose to practice only in the hospital, only in an outpatient clinic, or in both.

A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.

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