Diagnostic Imaging

Imaging Services at Ottumwa Regional Health Center focus on safe and accurate diagnostic results. We pride ourselves on a consistent level of superior quality and have achieved national accreditation in Mammography, Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) and Computed Tomography (CT) as a result of our continuous dedication and high standard of care.

Diagnostic Imaging Services

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Mona Nichols

A Story of Survival

"You can have a good outcome if it's caught early enough."

Mona Nichols world flipped upside down when she was diagnosed with Stage 2 Breast Cancer in June of 2016. Mona had an itch in the middle of the night, that lead to her finding a knot on her breast. She had a biopsy and surgery to remove the lump. While in surgery, the doctors found that the breast cancer was also in some lymph nodes.

Read Mona's story

The following Radiology Services are available at Ottumwa Regional Health Center:

  • 3D Mammography and Digital Mammography
  • Low-Dose Lung CT Screening
  • Diagnostic X-Ray services
    • Three diagnostic suites
    • Two portable units
    • 24-hr service
  • MRI Scan
  • CT services (128 slice, minimal dose)
    • 3D rendering and vascular runoff
    • 24-hr service
  • Bone Densitometry Scan
    • Identify decreases in bone density before a break actually happens
    • Determine risk of broken bones (fractures)
    • Confirm a diagnosis of osteoporosis
    • Monitor osteoporosis treatment
  • Comprehensive Ultrasound services
    • Vascular unit with ABI and TBI
    • Paracentesis/Thoracentesis
    • 24-hr service