Diagnostic Radiology

Your visit

Diagnostic Radiology at Children’s Hospital Boston is committed to providing a safe, comfortable, and child-friendly atmosphere with:

• highly trained pediatric radiologists with expertise in interpreting studies in children of all ages
• technologists with years of experience in imaging children and teens
• a child life specialist that supports your family before and during fluoroscopy exams
• protocols adapted to keep radiation exposure as low as reasonably achievable without compromising the image quality

How should I prepare my child for X-ray or fluoroscopy?

Because many parents and children want to know what to expect when they come in for an X-ray or fluoroscopy procedure, we have posted helpful information here. You will probably find what you need by using the links in the left- and right hand columns. If you have additional questions about your child’s upcoming exam or procedure, please call us at 617-355-6286 and we will be happy to help you.