Pediatric Radiology

We believe it’s important that your child receives their exam from board-certified pediatric radiologists, and skilled radiographers and sonographers, who are highly trained in imaging procedures and techniques specifically set up with children in mind. When your child comes to us, we provide:

• A Pediatric Imaging Suite: Our state-of-the-art Pediatric Imaging Suite is specially equipped to diagnose and treat children using the latest technology, like SkyFlow low-dose x-ray and 256-slice CT scanner, all located under one roof.
• Board-Certified Radiologists: At the Children’s Hospital of Georgia, we also employ the region’s only board-certified pediatric radiologists. Pediatric radiologists are specifically trained to understand children’s unique bone structures and their disease processes, so they are the most well-equipped to read and interpret these imaging scans and diagnose diseases and disorders in children.
• Skilled Radiographers: Our pediatric team is trained to administer the proper radiation dosages for children to ensure your child receives the lowest exposure possible. We have experience in helping children overcome their fears of the large, and sometimes noisy, imaging machines. If your child is still anxious, we offer Pediatric Sedation Services to help calm them so that they remain still, allowing us to complete their exam successfully.

The first steps to a positive imaging experience

When you enter our main waiting area, your child will be welcomed with soft lighting, comfortable chairs, and an interactive video wall where they can play games and immerse themselves in a virtual world of fun, all before they go into an exam room.

Families who prefer a more private waiting space may use the patient lounges inside the Pediatric Imaging Suite - a series of cozy nooks, flanked with intimate seating, and illuminated in colorful lights.

Our kid-friendly touches

Patients are greeted by bright colorful wall murals as they come back to their test room.  Our staff lets children choose the lighting color and theme for their room - complete with visuals and sounds.  This helps to give a sense of control to your child that will help them relax before their exam.

For CT scans, children can choose a character to be a “test patient” for our KittenScanner, a miniature simulation CT scanner.  This allows for a “show-and-tell" opportunity between our staff and your child to explain how the CT scan will work, this helps to calm any fears or anxieties. 

Easing your child's fears

Because our radiographers and radiologic staff are specially trained to work with children, they know how to “kid” around! They also:

• Answer any questions your child may have to help them get over their fears and worries.
• Explain what is happening so that your child will cooperate with instructions during the exam.
• Ensure your child is comfortable, relaxed, and will remain still throughout his or her radiological exam.

During your child’s imaging procedure our specially trained radiographers work with you and your child to ensure they are comfortable during their procedure.  In many instances, little or no preparation is required for your child’s exam. But for certain tests, your child will need special preparation, these exams include: