Arthur C. Fleischer MD
Radiologist | Body Imaging
1161 21st Avenue Nashville Tennessee, 37732About
Dr. Arthur Fleischer is a radiologist practicing in Nashville, Tennessee. Dr. Fleischer 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.
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Education and Training
Medical College of Georgia
Med Coll of Ga Sch of Med, Augusta Ga 1976
Board Certification
American Board of Radiology- Radiology
RadiologyAmerican Board of RadiologyABR
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Arthur C. Fleischer MD's Expert Contributions
How much radiation is in an ultrasound?
none READ MORE
How do duplex and standard ultrasounds differ?
it involves the use of ultrasound to assess flow-it's called "duplex" cuz it has a Doppler "line of sight" that is range gated so that flow in a particular vascular structure can be quantitated using analysis of the frequency spectrum-it is a safe procedure-without knowing more specifics, this is the best explanation i can offer READ MORE
Is interventional radiology treatment used on uterine fibroids?
Yes, it is. There also are ways to heat the fibroids with focussed ultrasound (HIFU). You should discuss pros and cons with your gynecologist. Good luck. READ MORE
What deformities in the growing baby can be confirmed in an anomaly scan?
Sonography can detect many types of anomalies, including those related to the brain and spine. READ MORE
Would a USG help in understanding the cause of my lower abdomen pain?
Yes, it could assess the pelvic organs. READ MORE
By when in a pregnancy can the radiologist see any deformities in the growing fetus?
Major anomalies can be detected as early as 12 weeks. READ MORE
Areas of expertise and specialization
Faculty Titles & Positions
- Cornelius Vanderbilt Chair, 2011 -
- Professor of Radiology and Radiological Sciences -
- Medical Director of the Sonographer Training Program -
- Coordinator of Ultrasound Teaching Programs -
Awards
- Distinguished Alumnus Award from Medical College of Georgia in 2007
- Frank H. Boehm Award for Contribution to Continuing Medical Education by Vanderbilt University School of Medicine in 2005
- ANDLE Award from the Vanderbilt School of Medicine in 2002
Internships
- Vanderbilt University
Fellowships
- Vanderbilt Univeristy
Professional Society Memberships
- American Institute of Ultrasound in Medicine (Board of Governors, Fellow), the American College of Radiology (Fellow), the Society of Radiologists in Ultrasound, and the Society for the Advancement of Women?s Imaging
Articles and Publications
- 150 Papers, 22 Books
What do you attribute your success to?
- Being in the Right Place at the Right Time
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