At Lake, Smit and Partners Inc., we are specialists in diagnostic radiology and have positioned ourselves at the very forefront of radiology in Durban for over 50 years.
As leaders in diagnostic and interventional radiology, we offer only the highest quality technology and expertise. Our specialist services include Mammography, CT, MRI and PET/CT scans, Nuclear Medicine, Ultrasound, X-Ray, Bone Mineral Density and Interventional Radiology.
Our long-standing presence has provided us with unmatched insight and experience into innovations and technological advancements.
Our team of radiologists, specialists, managers, and assistants are all dedicated to providing the most advanced and efficient service in their field with a personal and professional approach. This means you get consistent service, treatment, advice, and feedback.
We strive to make you feel comfortable by offering an experience that’s both professional and attentive to your needs. From your first contact with us to when the time comes for your examination, you know that you are in safe hands.
OUR SERVICES
Mammography
A mammogram is an X-ray that can detect breast cancer even if you have no symptoms or signs of a lump. This is without a doubt the way to go for early detection.
MRI Scan
MRI uses a powerful magnet and radio-waves to produce superbly detailed views of the human body, particularly soft tissues, such as the brain, spinal cord and muscles.
Nuclear Medicine
Nuclear Medicine Imaging (also known as a Radio Isotope) uses small amounts of radio-active pharmaceuticals to image the body and help diagnose or treat a variety of diseases.
Digital X-Ray
This is the modern form of traditional x-ray imaging where digital sensors on the x-ray plate are used.Advantages include reduced x-ray exposure, enhanced image quality and faster turnaround times. Commonly used to image bones, chest and abdomen.
Interventional Radiology
Interventional radiology is a subspeciality in radiology using minimally invasive and image guided techniques to both diagnose and treat diseases and conditions in most organ systems in the human body.
CT Scan
A CT scanner uses a x-ray beam that revolves around the patient within the scanner to produce a x-sectional image known as a slice. Modern CT scanners use multisclice technology to reconstruct the anatomy from multiple angles.
PET CT
Positron emission tomography, also known as a PET scan,uses radiotracer activity within the body to show functional activity within the body at a cellular level. Commonly combined with CT imaging and used in cancer treatment and follow up,neurology and cardiac imaging.
Ultrasound
An Ultrasound uses high frequency sound waves to produce detailed images of tissues, blood vessels and organs inside your body. These images are displayed on a computer screen showing the scan as a real-time video and images are captured as still images.
Bone Mineral Density
Bone Density Scanning, also known as Dual-Energy X-Ray Absorptiometry (DEXA) or Bone Densitometry, is an X-Ray technique used to measure bone loss. DEXA is today’s established standard for measuring Bone Mineral Density.
MRI Breast Biopsy
Magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) of the breast uses a powerful magnetic field, radio waves and a computer to produce detailed pictures of the structures within the breast.