Pediatric Radiology
The Emory Department of Pediatric Radiology is dedicated to helping children by using state-of-the-art diagnostic and interventional radiological techniques to provide early detection of illness and the best possible treatment for disease and injury.
Under the direction of Stephen Simoneaux, M.D., our highly trained staff works with children and their parents to assure that the special needs of our patients are managed with compassion, as well as with the latest innovations in health care.
Children's imaging services for Emory are performed at Children's Healthcare of Atlanta's Egleston and Hughes Spalding locations.
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PROCEDURES
- Contrast Enema (examines bowels and colon)
- CT Exams (specialized form of x-ray that produces cross-sectional images of specific parts of the body)
- Bone Density Exams- (for children who have been on a growth hormone or prolonged steroid treatment)
- Bone Scans (for musculoskeletal injury or disease)
- MRI Exams produces pictures of the body using magnetic radio waves that a computer translates into images)
- Nuclear Cystogram (examines bladder function)
- Nuclear Renogram (examines kidney function)
- Pyloric Exam (a condition of the upper intestinal tract in newborns)
- Upper GI Exam (examines esophagus (tube between mouth and stomach), stomach and duodenum or upper part of small bowel)
- Ultrasound (uses high frequency sound waves to produce images of internal organs and tissues) Procedures include: Hip, spine, cranial (head) and renal (urinary tract)
- Voiding Cystogram (examines bladder and/or urethra)
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CONTACT INFORMATION
Children's Healthcare of Atlanta
Egleston Hospital
(Emory Campus Map)
1405 Clifton Rd.
Atlanta, Georgia 30322
Scheduling: 404-785-6078
Hughes Spalding Children's Hospital
35 Jesse Hill Jr. Drive
Atlanta, Georgia 30303
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FACULTY & STAFF
- Stephen Simoneaux, MD - Director and Chief
- George Atkinson, MD - Staff Radiologist
- Turner Ball, MD - Staff Radiologist
- Estelle Bank, MD - Staff Radiologist
- Paula Dickson, MD - Staff Radiologist
- Brit B. Gay, MD - Professor Emeritus
- Robert L Lorenzo, MD - Staff Radiologist
- L. Ellen Patrick, MD - Staff Radiologist
- Brad Wyly, MD - Staff Radiologist
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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
How can I prepare my child for procedures that may seem scary?
It is very beneficial to know what will happen during the procedure before you arrive. This will help you to prepare your child. Please call scheduler, (Debra Thomas: 404-315-2488), for more information prior to arriving.
Can I stay with my child during a procedure?
Yes, you are encouraged to say with your child for almost all exams.
What should I do if my child begins to cry during the procedure?
Since in most instances, you will be in the room, you are free to comfort your child. Speak quietly and calmly to her and distract her with familiar toys, books or dolls that you bring from home.
How can I prepare my child for procedures that might cause some discomfort?
Be thoroughly familiar with the procedure by reading about it on the web or by asking questions of the nurse, physician or scheduler prior to the day of the appointment. They will be able to help you and your child cope with any discomfort or stress.
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