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Walk-in Screening Mammograms at Bethesda

Walk-in screening mammograms are offered exclusively at our Bethesda location on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays from 7:00am to 5:00pm. No appointment needed!

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Patient Prep for Cardiac MRI Exams

Find out more about patient prep instructions for Cardiac MRI exams, including iron supplement requirements which could interfere with image quality. Cardiac MRI exams are available at Bethesda, Green Spring Station, and select exams are available at Wilde Lake Pavilion. See patient flyer.

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Cardiac CTA Pre-Medication

As part of our effort to ensure high-quality imaging results from Cardiac CTA exams, our cardiac imaging radiologists recommend the use of metoprolol tartrate rather than metoprolol succinate, which is an extended-release medication and could contribute to long wait times after arrival. Correct premedication assists in obtaining high-quality images and, on average, shortens patient wait times by 65 minutes. Read more.

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Coming Soon: Wilde Lake Pavilion Expansion

We are excited to announce that breast imaging, ultrasound, and DEXA exams will be opening at Wilde Lake Pavilion in Fall 2026! Construction is currently underway, and more details will be shared closer to the opening date.

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Order Wisely: Pediatric Exams at JHMI

Learn more about the specifics for ordering pediatric imaging exams at JHMI. Availability varies depending on location, exam type, age range of child, and ability of the child to remain still during the exam. Additional pediatric imaging exams are available at the Bloomberg Children’s Center at the Johns Hopkins Hospital. More details are available here.