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.
Pediatric Radiologists in Fenway, Boston, MA
Diagnostic Radiologist
Dr. Matthew A. Zapala is a Diagnostic Radiologist in Boston, MA
with special training and skill in diagnosing diseases and injuries with imaging technology.
As a Diagnostic Radiologist, Matthew A. Zapala, MD, PhD 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.
Diagnostic Radiologists in Fenway, Boston, MA
Diagnostic Neuroimaging Radiologist
Dr. Matthew A. Zapala is a Diagnostic Neuroimaging Radiologist in Boston, MA
with special training and skill in interpreting medical images of the brain and spine.
As a Diagnostic Neuroimaging Radiologist, Matthew A. Zapala, MD, PhD 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.
Diagnostic Neuroimaging Radiologists in Fenway, Boston, MA
