Diagnostic Imaging
Aspirus Keweenaw Offers New Technology to Diagnose Heart Disease and Cancer.
New Scanner Combines High-Quality Diagnostic Images with Patient Comfort.
In order to better serve our patients needs, Aspirus Keweenaw
“This new scanner is a wonderful compliment to our existing Oncology, Pathology, Orthopedic and Cardiology service lines,” said Mike Hauswirth, Chief Operating Officer at Aspirus Keweenaw. “We already had top notch, experienced specialists in these fields; now we are providing the tools needed to make early diagnosis and save lives.”
Doctors use the scanner mainly to diagnose heart disease and to identify and locate cancerous tumors. Before the scan, the patient is 
injected with a safe radioactive substance, which travels in the bloodstream. During the exam, a detector records the location of the injection, and the CT scanner takes pictures of the person’s anatomy. Images from heart exams help doctors locate areas where the heart muscle is not receiving enough blood, which can eventually lead to a heart attack. Images from cancer exams show doctors the exact location of active tumors so that they can effectively plan surgery or other treatments.
“The experience and dedication of our staff, in conjunction with this exciting technology, is what makes Aspirus Keweenaw the first choice for hundreds of patients seen in my department every year,” says Gregg Fisher, Nuclear Medicine Manager. “Our goal is to provide the most advanced care possible, in a comfortable and compassionate environment.”
A physician referral is needed to schedule exams, but it does not need to be from an Aspirus Keweenaw practitioner. “We routinely see patients from all over the Copper Country, including Baraga and Ontonagon County,” says Fisher. “We are honored that patients make the choice to seek specialty services here at Aspirus Keweenaw.”
More information is available by calling the Department of Nuclear Medicine and Molecular Imaging at 906-337-4136.
A Leader in Innovative Technology
Aspirus Keweenaw offers the latest technology available in radiology. Featuring a 64-slice CT scanner, MRI, Dual Head Nuclear Imaging, Mammography, Bone Densitometry and a full range of ultrasound imaging and general radiology.
The radiology department is staffed by Board Certified Radiologists and technologists who are registered in their respective specialties, ensuring quality procedures and accurate results.
From the most common x-ray to pain management procedures, Aspirus Keweenaw provides you with current technology, skilled professionals and unmatched bedside manner.
Cardiac Scoring Self Referral Program
Aspirus Keweenaw is the only facility in the Western U.P. to have a X-ray guided (Stereotactic) Breast Biopsy Table. An alternative to open surgical biospy, a hollow needle may be passed through the skin into the suspicious lesion with the help of special breast x-rays. This procedure is much less invasive and time consuming than the surgical approach and has little or no pain and no scar.
Aspirus Keweenaw is one of only two facilities in the Upper Peninsula and the only one in the Western U.P. to offer Digital Mammography.
Radiology and Diagnostic Imaging
Located on the second floor of the hospital
Scheduling/Main Office: (906) 337-6531
Fax: (906) 337-6532
Director, Gordon Rintala: (906) 337-6534
