Diagnostic Radiologist
Dr. Christopher Hsu is a Diagnostic Radiologist in Los Angeles, CA
with special training and skill in diagnosing diseases and injuries with imaging technology.
As a Diagnostic Radiologist, Christopher Hsu, 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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Neuroradiologist
Dr. Christopher Hsu is a Neuroradiologist in Los Angeles, CA
with special training and skill in diagnosing spine, neck, head, and central nervous system conditions by strategically using neuroimaging techniques.
As a Neuroradiologist, Christopher Hsu, 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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Nuclear Radiologist
Dr. Christopher Hsu is a Nuclear Radiologist in Los Angeles, CA
with special training and skill in using radioactive materials - radiopharmaceuticals - to produce images of patients' organs that help a nuclear medicine physician diagnose disease.
As a Nuclear Radiologist, Christopher Hsu, MD performs
imaging of body organs using radiopharmaceuticals. Nuclear Radiology is
a method of producing images by detecting radiation from different parts of the body after a radioactive tracer is given to the patient. Significant diseases and conditions treated by
Nuclear Radiologists include hyperthyroidism, thyroid cancer, solid tumors, hematologic malignancies, or painful bone metastases.
Medical tests, procedures and therapies provided by Nuclear Radiologists
include scintigraphy, positron emission tomography (PET) scan, hepatobiliary iminodiacetic acid (HIDA), radioactive iodine thyroid scan.
A radiologist who is involved in the analysis and imaging of radionuclides and radiolabeled substances in vitro and in vivo for diagnosis and the administration of radionuclides and radiolabeled substances for the treatment of disease.
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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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Radiation Oncology Radiologist
Dr. Christopher Hsu is a Radiation Oncology Radiologist in Los Angeles, CA
with special training and skill in administering radiotherapy treatment to reduce or cure cancer.
As a Radiation Oncology Radiologist, Christopher Hsu, MD performs
radiation-based cancer treatment . Radiation Oncology is
a medical specialty focused on treating cancer using x-ray, gamma ray, electron beam, and proton beam radiation therapies. Significant diseases and conditions treated by
Radiation Oncology Radiologists include cancer of the prostate, colon, stomach, ovaries, liver, pancreas, throat, thyroid, and many other types.
Medical tests, procedures and therapies provided by Radiation Oncology Radiologists
include external beam radiation therapy, intensity modulated radiation therapy (IMRT), stereotactic radiosurgery, Gamma Knife therapy, radioembolization, brachytherapy, and proton therapy.
A radiologist who deals with the therapeutic applications of radiant energy and its modifiers and the study and management of disease, especially malignant tumors.
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Therapeutic Radiologist
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Vascular & Interventional Radiologist
Dr. Christopher Hsu is a Vascular & Interventional Radiologist in Los Angeles, CA
with special training and skill in using radiological imaging to diagnose and treat diseases and disorders.
As a Vascular & Interventional Radiologist, Christopher Hsu, MD performs
minimally-invasive, image-guided procedures to minimize the need for invasive surgery. Vascular & Interventional Radiology is
a medical specialty focused on applying image-guided, minimally invasive therapy to manage or eliminate internal organ disease or disorders. Significant diseases and conditions treated by
Vascular & Interventional Radiologists include heart disease, vascular disease, cancer, blood vessel disease, pulmonary embolism, varicose veins, aneurysm, tumor, uterine fibroid, kidney stones, gallstones, and blocked veins.
Medical tests, procedures and therapies provided by Vascular & Interventional Radiologists
include angioplasty, blood vessel stenting, cryoplasty, embolization, chemoembolization, gastrostomy, liver drainage, tumor ablation, and vertebroplasty.
A radiologist who diagnoses and treats diseases by various radiologic imaging modalities. These include fluoroscopy, digital radiography, computed tomography, sonography and magnetic resonance imaging.
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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. Christopher Hsu is a Diagnostic Neuroimaging Radiologist in Los Angeles, CA
with special training and skill in interpreting medical images of the brain and spine.
As a Diagnostic Neuroimaging Radiologist, Christopher Hsu, 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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Body Imaging Radiologist / Roentgenologist
Dr. Christopher Hsu is a Body Imaging Radiologist / Roentgenologist in Los Angeles, CA
with special training and skill in detecting infections and diseases in major organs.
As a Body Imaging Radiologist / Roentgenologist, Christopher Hsu, 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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Hospice and Palliative Medicine Radiologist
A radiologist with special knowledge and skills to prevent and relieve the suffering experienced by patients with life-limiting illnesses. This specialist works with an interdisciplinary hospice or palliative care team to maximize quality of life while addressing physical, psychological, social and spiritual needs of both patient and family throughout the course of the disease, through the dying process, and beyond for the family. This specialist has expertise in the assessment of patients with advanced disease; the relief of distressing symptoms; the coordination of interdisciplinary patient and family-centered care in diverse venues; the use of specialized care systems including hospice; the management of the imminently dying patient; and legal and ethical decision making in end-of-life care.
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