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Paul Aitchison MD
Radiologist | Diagnostic Radiology
1210 W FARIS RD GREENVILLE SC, 29605About
Dr. Paul Aitchison is a radiologist practicing in West Columbia, SC. Dr. Aitchison 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
Univ of Sc Sch of Med, Columbia Sc 1995
Board Certification
RadiologyAmerican Board of RadiologyABR
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Covid and radiology (mammogram)?
Radiology tests do not affect the booster. The booster may affect mammography because it can cause enlarged axillary (armpit) nodes which may be confused for other diseases. So, you may get the booster anytime, assuming that you are due for it and have no contraindications. READ MORE
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