Different than most imaging tests, nuclear medicine imaging studies are important in showing the function of specific organs, tissues or bones inside of the body to help diagnose and treat a variety of health problems. Using special radiopharmaceutical tracers, nuclear medicine studies are often used to identify abnormalities very early in the progression of a disease long before some medical problems become apparent. Safe and painless, nuclear medicine is a valuable tool to help gather information that may otherwise be unavailable. The Southwoods nuclear medicine department is your resource to aid in the early detection and treatment of complex health problems.