Is HFH Radiology an "academic" or "community" program?
Henry Ford Hospital is a large academic tertiary care institurion. In radiology, virtually all of the faculty are fellowship trained radiologists who read in their specialty areas. Many faculty members are actively involved in research.
What kind of patients do you see?
As a tertiary level care center near downtown Detroit, HFH cares for a variety of patients, including major trauma victims, indigent populations, professional sports team members, auto workers and others.
How many CT and MR scanners do you have?
The health system has:
13 CT scanners (7 are 64 slice)
9 MRI acanners (one 3T, and one open MRI)
completely digital radiography/fluoroscopy
one PET/CT
new gamma cameras
digital and screen-film mammography.
There are 5 digital angiographic rooms at the main hospital with bi-planar neuroangiographic capabilities.
Will I see enough cases?
One thing HFH does not lack is studies. You will see everything you have to and more.
When do I begin call?
Call begins after 12 months of radiology training.
How many residents do you take per year?
Nine, although this number can sometimes vary.
Do you have a PACS? Are you filmless?
We installed Stentor iSite PACS system in 2002; PowerScribe voice recognition and IDX ImageCast workflow management systems were installed shortly thereafter. We are mostly filmless now. Mammography is currently a mix between digital and film.
Can I go to AFIP?
Yes.
Where do residents live?
All over the Metro Detroit area. Favorite cities include Royal Oak, Southfield, Dearborn, Troy, Canton, Livonia, Northville, Farmington Hills, and Novi just to name a few. There is a housing complex on campus that costs approximately $700/month and has been a great option for the pre-radiology residents. However, many people with families live in the suburbs.
Can I do research?
One research project is required for graduation. The department will support you with the resources and finances to get your project to the major conferences around the country (and possibly even overseas). HFH Radiology Department has a long history of contributing to Academic Radiology with representation at major annual radiological society meetings including the ARRS and RSNA Current and former staff and chairs are well renowned in their respective fields.
