CT Scanner

Burke has a state-of-the art Siemens Somatom 128-slice CT Scanner at Burke Rehabilitation Hospital. This advanced diagnostic capability allows us to faster diagnose and treat illness and injuries, improving health outcomes and patient experiences.

The scanner is available to Burke Hospital patients suspected of having complications such as a second stroke or brain bleed and the broader community. The CT Scanner will support a wide range of outpatient needs including neuro, musculoskeletal, and routine diagnostic studies. If you are living in the community, you can make an appointment for a CT scan with a referral from your doctor. 

Scans are conducted onsite and will be read electronically by credentialed radiologists.

What is a CT Scan

A CT scan, also known as a CAT scan or a computerized tomogram, is a diagnostic imaging procedure that combines x-ray technology with computer processing to produce detailed images of the inside of the body. 

Benefits of a CT Scan

A CT Scan allows: 

• Your care team to see more detail than a regular x-ray
• The generation of cross-sectional images or “slices” that provide a three-dimensional view of the body
• A non-invasive experience using a low amount of radiation
• A more comfortable option compared to MRI, since CT Scanners are more open 

The CT Scanner at Burke is wheelchair accessible and supports patients with cognitive, neurologic or mobility needs. Transfer assistance is also available.