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Echolight sonogram scan for bones

Osteoporosis & Bone Health | Last Active: Oct 21 11:50am | Replies (143)

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I tried to reach USF Health again since their web page clearly states REMS scans: "The Center provides bone imaging including DXA (Dual X-ray Absorptiometry) and REMS (Radiofrequency Echographic Multi Spectrometry) technology."

I believe I reached the correct "scheduler" but was not happy with the answer. In order to get a REMS scan, one of their physicians in their endochronology department would have to order it. In order to get an appointment with one of their endochronologists, one would need an internal referral from PCP at USF Health. At this time, they are not accepting external referrals to endochronology since about 300 people are on their waiting list.

I asked when I should call back and was told 5-6 months. I am guessing the wait will only get longer.

I am considering traveling to Sanford, NC or Wayne, NJ (by train/uber), but will wait until I meet with my Orlando doctor next week.

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WOW, imagine that! We seriously need more attention paid to this disease. I'm thankful Mayo has helped with connect, yet we need better testing available, in order to make more informed decisions.

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Wow. This is amazing. What is their motivation? Money? I can’t imagine the rational for having to go through their PCP.

As an update, I believe I had a positive visit with my osteoporosis specialist this morning who ordered a DXA with TBS and a DXA of my forearm, per my request. I will be getting the scans Friday morning at a facility about 5 miles from home. I asked about REMS and my doctor stated that she thinks that TBS is better than REMS. I will hold off going to NC to get an Echolight REMS scan until I get the new DXA TBS results and meet with my doctor in 2 months (who may now want me to go on Prolia because my bone resorption is high).