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Is It Time for Lung Screening? Getting Proactive About Lung Cancer

The American Cancer Society reports that lung cancer is the second most common cancer in the U.S. It sits just behind prostate cancer for men and breast ...

What is a Musculoskeletal Radiologist?

By Annette Pinder Winter sports season is in full swing and, unfortunately, so are sports injuries. And with icier weather lurking around the corner, it also won’t be long ...

Join us for GLMI's Breast Screening Event on Saturday, Oct 15th

Are you due for your annual breast exam? Join us for GLMI's Breast Screening Event on Saturday, October 15th. Full details below!

Are X-rays Dangerous? The Truth Behind X-ray Myths

Medical imaging is essential to helping doctors confirm a suspected diagnosis and decide on a treatment path for patients. X-rays work by sending radiation energy through the human body, resulting ...

Why You Need to Get Tested for Osteopenia or Osteoporosis

by Annette Pinder Loss of bone strength due to aging, menopause, and some medical conditions can cause osteopenia or osteoporosis, conditions which increase your risk of bone fractures. According to ...

What are Uterine Fibroids?

Fibroids (leiomyomas) are the most common non-cancerous uterine tumors in women. They occur due to an overgrowth of muscles within the uterus, and recent research reveals that they may be ...

Richard D. Grinstead is recognized by Continental Who's Who

EAST AMHERST, N.Y., June 6, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Richard D. Grinstead, DO, is being recognized by Continental Who's Who as a Top Radiologist for his outstanding achievements in Interventional Radiology and ...

GLMI Congratulates one of their own!

GLMI Congratulates one of their own, Interventional Radiology Physician, John McGrath M.D. for being select by his peers as a Top Doctor of 2021.

The Importance of Radiology in Breast Cancer Treatment

Breast cancer occurs in the breast because of cell mutations in genes that regulate cells’ growth and overall health. When things get out of balance, the abnormal cells attack other ...

Minimally Invasive Treatments for Varicose Veins

Varicose veins are prominent, ugly veins that frequently occur in the legs. These red, blue, or purple veins are primarily a cosmetic issue for many people. However, varicose veins can ...

Why Would My Doctor Refer Me to a Radiologist?

A radiologist is a licensed and board-certified medical doctor who diagnoses and treats injury and disease using advanced medical imaging technologies such as X-rays, computed tomography (...

Fluoroscopy: What Is It and Why Do You Need One?

Fluoroscopy is a type of imaging that lets your physician better understand the internal structures of your body and how well they are functioning. Whenever a doctor orders an imaging ...

How Long Does an X-Ray take?

How long does an X-Ray take? X-rays are one of the quickest radiology exams you can get. Most x-rays take less than 15 minutes. How do I get an X-Ray? Once ...

Do You Have Leg Pain?

Prostate MRI for Cancer Evaluation: Invaluable Information for Patients at Risk

Is 3D Mammography Right for You?

New MRI in Niagara County

Come visit our new large bore MRI at our Cambria office! Call to schedule an appointment today. We will be happy to accommodate you!

Screening at GLMI

For the safety of all of our staff and patients, you will experience a screening prior to your appointment and once again when you enter our facilities. We appreciate you ...

Multidisciplinary Approach To The Treatment Of Primary And Metastatic Liver Cancer

Great Lakes Medical Imaging (GLMI) will be presenting an Interventional Radiology Symposium focusing on Y90 on Jan 19th, 2019 at Santora’s 7800 Transit Rd in Williamsville, New York. We are seeking ...

Free Vein Screening Night!

Do you have leg pain? We’re having a free vein screening night on Monday, December 3rd at 4pm at Great Lakes Medical Imaging. We have helped many patients treat ...