Arfa Khan MD
Radiologist | Diagnostic Radiology
Lijmc-Dept Of Radiology 270-05 76th Avenue New Hyde Park NY, 11040About
Dr. Arfa Khan is a radiologist practicing in New Hyde Park, NY. Dr. Khan specializes in diagnosing and treating injuries and diseases using medical imaging techniques such as X-Rays, magnetic resonance imaging and computed tomography exams. These techniques offer accurate visibility to the inside of the patients body and help to detect otherwise hidden illnesses so that they can be treated quickly and efficiently.
Education and Training
Government Medical College, Jammu & Kashmir MD
Government Medical College Srinagar, Kashmir University, Faculty of Medicine,Srinagar, India 1964
Board Certification
RadiologyAmerican Board of RadiologyABR
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What is the best imaging for kidney stones?
The best fit for imaging the kidney stones is CT scan of the abdomen without intravenous contrast. READ MORE
Can a CT scan show a kidney infection?
Yes the CT scan can show signs of infection of the kidneys. READ MORE
No bowel movement for 2 months?
This is a very unusual finding and may be due to obstruction of the bowel distally.l You should consult a Gastroenterologist who is a specialist for stomach, small and large bowls. He or she may recommend tests for further evaluation. READ MORE
Which kidney stones show up on a x-ray?
Depends on the size of the stone. Tiny stones are usually not visible on the plane X-rays of the abdomen, however,they are visible on the CT can of the abdomen without intravenous contrast as the contrast may obscure them. READ MORE
Does radiotherapy make you urinate more?
The answer is no. Unless if you getting radiotherapy to the urinary bladder it may increase the frequency of urination. READ MORE
Are there any health risks with having an MRI?
There are no health risks in getting an MR READ MORE
Are x-rays dangerous for the elderly?
No READ MORE
Can an MRI angiography show blocked blood vessels?
Yes. MRI angiography will show a blocked vessel and its cause.. READ MORE
What do I need to know before getting a CT scan?
Not really. READ MORE
What can I do to make my son comfortable with this CT scan?
CT scan of head is not in a confined space like MRI. The Scan time is less than 20 seconds with most of the newer higher speed CT scanners. Your son does not have to feel nervous. READ MORE
Are X-rays safe for elderly people?
Yes. There is very minimal radiation from a plain X-ray and, if indicated, there is no harm in repeating it. READ MORE
Is a MRI scan possible for the abdomen?
A CT scan of the abdomen with oral and intravenous contrast may be more diagnostic as an initial test rather than MRI. READ MORE
Why is there such a radical difference between my chest X-ray and CT scan?
A CT scan uses multiple detectors and acquires cross-sectional imaging which gives 30 times better information as compared to a chest X-ray READ MORE
Should a radiologist inform the patient about the test results?
Times have changed. If the Radiogist is the one who’s going to render the final report he or she should inform the patient about the results to decrease patient’s anxiety READ MORE
Is there a difference between pediatric radiology and adult radiology?
Yes, there is a difference between pediatric and adult radiology. The American College of Radiology has set standards for pediatric radiology called Image Gently, WWW.ACR/image gently.org. Hope this helps, Arfa Khan, MD, FACR READ MORE
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