Spring–Summer 2025 9 PET scanner and imaging upgraded Riverside’s new PET/CT scanner is the first and only permanent technology of its kind in the region, offering easier and more timely options for patients to be scheduled and eliminating the reliance on mobile scanners that visit the area weekly or monthly. This type of scanner is used for the diagnosis, staging and treatment planning of patients with various forms of cancer. It also helps with the evaluation and diagnosis of brain abnormalities, such as tumors, Alzheimer’s disease, seizures and other central nervous system disorders. Technological advances also equip the PET/CT scanner for cutting-edge cardiac and neurologic imaging. Neurointerventional biplane imaging suite now in use This new technology permits a wide range of minimally invasive procedures in a single interventional suite. It provides enhanced imaging and improved visualization for easier navigation of the vascular system and brain. Jehad Zakaria, MD, completed a fellowship at the University of Chicago to be specially trained in the technology and procedures. From there, the Interventional Team has completed training to support him and provide the best care for patients. For more information, go to myrhc.net/ neurosciences. Philanthropy supports groundbreaking medical innovations Riverside Healthcare is transforming lives with the introduction of its cutting-edge biplane imaging system—an innovation made possible through the generosity of donors to the Riverside Healthcare Foundation. This state-of-theart technology is revolutionizing the treatment of complex head, neck, spine and vascular conditions with unparalleled precision—often without the need for invasive surgery. Using dual rotating cameras, biplane imaging creates a real-time, 3D road map of a patient’s vascular system, enabling doctors to swiftly diagnose and treat life-threatening conditions like aneurysms and strokes. As the only health care facility in our region with this groundbreaking technology and the specialized expertise to use it, Riverside is ensuring that families in our community have access to the highest level of care, right here at home. None of this would be possible without the compassionate generosity of donors like you. Since 1968, the Riverside Healthcare Foundation has been dedicated to advancing health care by securing philanthropic support for groundbreaking medical innovations. Every gift, large or small, plays a direct role in saving lives—whether by funding state-of-the-art technology, expanding critical services or ensuring that the best possible care is always within reach. Shape the future of health care When you give to Riverside, you become part of something greater: a community dedicated to healing, hope and life-changing impact. Your generosity has the power to shape the future of health care. Join us in making a difference—because together, we save lives. Visit RiversideHealthcare.org/Foundation to learn how you can make an impact.
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