You do not get a lot of radiation from the type of X-Rays taken at our facility. It has been said  that a patient would receive more radiation from being in the sun all day than they would from one chest X-Ray.

If the amount of radiation is minimal, then why do you go behind the wall to take my picture?

X-Ray Techs are exposed to radiation all day, unlike the patient who is getting only one X-Ray. The X-Ray Techs have to protect themselves as much as possible.

How long will it take for the doctor to get my X-Ray results?

Approximately two (2) days.

Will I know anything about my X-Ray before I leave the office today?

After the films are developed they are taken to your doctor. He/She will give you a preliminary report about your X-Rays. They will then be sent to a radiologist for a final reading.

Who reads my X-Rays?

The same radiologist who reads X-Rays for the hospital reads the X-Rays for Athens Medical Group: McMinn Medical  Imaging.

Do I have to undress for my X-Ray?

This will depend upon the type of clothing that you wear and if it has any metal over the area being X-Rayed (i.e. snaps, zippers, etc.)