EXPERT
Malcolm K. Hatfield, MD
Radiologist
Dr. Malcolm Hatfield is a radiologist practicing in Racine, WI. Dr. Hatfield specializes in diagnosing and treating injuries and diseases using medical imaging techniques such as X-Rays, magnetic resonance imaging and computed tomography exams. These techniques offer accurate visibility to the inside of the patients body and help to detect otherwise hidden illnesses so that they can be treated quickly and efficiently.
Malcolm K. Hatfield, MD
- Racine, WI
- Accepting new patients
No results found
Will a CT scan show thyroid cancer?
Yes, but US is better.
How big is a 3 cm brain aneurysm?
Golf ball.
How soon do doctors receive CT scan results?
At my clinic, one hour.
What happens if you move during an MRI?
You get motion artifact and degrades the image. Hold still.
Can you talk during an MRI?
No, only when the tech talks to you. There is a panic button, but if you push it, it just prolongs the test.
Which is better CT scan or MRI of the abdomen?
They are both good and very similar. Either one is fine.
How do you prepare a child before a CT scan?
Sleep deprive and give oral benadryl.
How long does it take for MRI results to be ready?
At my clinic, 30 min.
Will an x-ray show carpal tunnel?
No, MRI will.
Can an x-ray miss a broken hand?
Yes. Rarely, but yes, CT won't.
Are CT scans safer than x-rays?
The same.
What is a CT scan used to diagnose?
Mostly abdomen and pelvic pain.
How much radiation is in a dental CT scan?
The same as flying from Chicago to Denver.
