Zachary M. Kilpatrick, Jr., MD
Radiologist | Body Imaging
2997 Sunset Boulevard West Columbia South Carolina, 29169About
With a uniquely diversified professional experience spanning over eighteen years, Zachary M. Kilpatrick Jr., MD, is a highly regarded diagnostic radiologist and adult/pediatric MRI specialist. He sees patients at GLOBIS: Global Imaging Solutions in Savannah, GA. Radiologists, such as Dr. Kilpatrick, use imaging to gather information about the structure and function of the human body that may be unavailable without surgery. They rely on penetrating radiation, such as X-rays, CT scans, and PET scans to diagnose diseases. They may also employ ultrasound and magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) scans. Dr. Kilpatrick’s clinical interests include adult radiology, pediatric radiology, head-to-toe MRI, and advanced imaging. He performs outpatient care locally and speaks regionally to colleagues and healthcare professionals. When not assisting patients, Dr. Kilpatrick Kr. dedicates his free time to being with his children, fishing, hunting, and cooking.
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Education and Training
Mercer University
Board Certification
American Board of Radiology- Radiology
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Zachary M. Kilpatrick, Jr., MD
Dr. Zachary Kilpatrick treats patients at Palmetto Imaging – West Columbia in West Columbia, SC. He is also affiliated with Palmetto Health Baptist and Global Imaging Solutions. Dr. Kilpatrick is board-certified in radiology by the American Board of Radiology. He has served as the lead radiologist...
Can a bone bruise hide a tear in your knee?
Clinically, yes, but on imaging, no. MRI should very clearly distinguish between patellofemoral-induced pain and a meniscal tear. READ MORE
Fluid in uterus?
Contraceptive coil? Fluid in the cervix can be due to estrogenic effects early in your cycle and can less commonly affect endometrium. As you know, endometriosis can be a miserable condition. It can produce adhesions as can surgery....more surgery begets more adhesions, and adhesions can adversely affect bowels and induce pain. Hope that helps. All the best, READ MORE
Do you ever fully recover from radiotherapy?
Yes, but the big question is do you recover from cancer..... READ MORE
Can you tell by looking at an MRI of the knee, which knee it is?
Yes, for a right knee, an easy landmark is the fibula should be on the left side of the image... READ MORE
How long does a brain CT scan take?
Actual scan time is seconds.....very quick. READ MORE
Shortness of breath but normal EKG and x-ray?
Anxiety is indeed a possibility. Good thing that you have had COVID-19 and survived it. You do not need the vaccine at all. The best inoculation is the wild type disease. Anybody who tells you different is either lying or dead wrong. Sequelae from COVID-19 can be long lasting. READ MORE
Medical report CT pulmonary angiography?
Should be mild interstitial (not intestinal) thickening. Anyway, the overall pattern is non-specific, but can be seen with COVID-19, but again, nonspecific.....good thing no pulmonary embolus... READ MORE
CT scan question?
Oral contrast is a contrast material that you drink to help see the stomach and bowel. IV contrast helps evaluate vascularity of normal and abnormal structures. Injection site pain is very common after COVID injection. There is a long list of other common adverse events. All the best. READ MORE
Do I have cirrhosis or cancer of the liver?
The short answer is no. Liver hemangiomas of that size are harmless and are of no malignant potential..... READ MORE
Pulmonary function test results?
That’s a tough one… Pulmonary function tests are out of my area of expertise. There is a condition called peripartum cardiomyopathy that typically presents with congestive heart failure symptoms in pregnancy, but, I believe, can also present afterward. A normal echo is good. Have you received the COVID-19 vaccination? Many cardiovascular complications are associated with that “vaccination“ and they are not rare. Have you had COVID-19? Pulmonary sequelae from that can be long lasting. All the best and congratulations on your daughter… I have one daughter myself and she is everything. READ MORE
Vape side effects?
Doubtful. The biggest problem with vaping and what makes them so dangerous is that they are very susceptible to being tampered with such as being laced with contraband – illegal fentanyl. If you were to take one hit half of a tainted vaping cartridge, you could very easily die from that. It’s just not worth it. READ MORE
Could I have a head injury?
You could potentially have residual issues, but if you didn't lose consciousness, that's not likely. I frequently tell referring doctors and patients that if you ask yourself if you need an imaging study, the answer is yes, otherwise you're just guessing. What if it's negative? You've purchased peace of mind. If positive, you may get an early jump on things.....my 2 cents. All the best... READ MORE
Is this scoliosis?
Looks like aorta to me. READ MORE
What do my CT scan results mean? Is it serious?
Hemangiomas are very common and benign w zero malignant potential. If very large and peripheral, can cause bleeding but your size lesions (presuming hemangioma) you can essentially forget about. Fatty liver can lead to cirrhosis and cancer. Lung nodules 6mm are usually benign, but need follow-up. Lymph nodes 12 mm are slightly enlarged, but without any other abnormality, likely and hopefully a red herring. READ MORE
What do the results of my full spine x-ray mean?
Segmentation anomalies and abnormal curvature. You’re young, so likely not significant now, but could be later. READ MORE
Autoimmune diseases causing hypothermia?
I'm a radiologist and your question is out of my usual area. However, I will ask if you received the COVID vaccine. Dozens of complications associated with the vaccine are being elucidated all the time. I wish I could provide you with more information. All the best... READ MORE
MRI results?
You could be anemic and/or be a smoker. Alternatively, it could indicate leukemia or lymphoma. HOWEVER, at your age, it's likely a variation of normal... READ MORE
No bowel movement for 2 months?
Go see gastroenterologist and surgeon All the best. READ MORE
CLINICAL QUESTION ONLY: Why must cancer patients avoid metals while in treatment?
Perhaps you're referring to breast cancer treatment. Some metals can interfere with estrogen metabolism. Hope that helps...all the best. READ MORE
Colorectal stool burden?
Give it whirl…. READ MORE
Expert Publications
Data provided by the National Library of Medicine- Amebic colitis mistaken for inflammatory bowel disease.
- HEMORRHAGIC BULLOUS MYRINGITIS ASSOCIATED WITH INFECTIOUS MONONUCLEOSIS.
- SPLINTER HEMORRHAGES--THEIR CLINICAL SIGNIFICANCE.
- Current concepts.
- Radioisotope detection of Meckel's diverticulum causing acute rectal hemorrhage.
- Achalasia in mother and daughter.
- On pericardiocentesis.
- Pseudotumor of the gastric fundus caused by an accessory spleen.
- Vascular occlusion of the colon and oral contraceptives. Possible relation.
- The radiology of ischemic proctitis.
- Ischemic proctitis.
- Occult celiac disease as a cause of iron deficiency anemia.
- Structural and functional abnormalities of liver in infectious mononucleosis.
Areas of expertise and specialization
Faculty Titles & Positions
- Regional Public Speaking -
- Outpatient Care in Spare Time -
Awards
- Resident of the Year, Memorial Health University Medical Center, 2003
Professional Memberships
- American College of Radiology and the Radiological Society of North America
Internships
- Palmetto Health (Obstetrics, Gynecology), Palmetto Health Richland Memorial Hospital
Fellowships
- ProScan MRI Education Foundation (MRI, Advanced Imaging)
Professional Society Memberships
- American College of Radiology, Radiological Society of North America
Articles and Publications
- Published During Fellowship
What do you attribute your success to?
- Hard work and great background training in his fellowship and medical school. He takes a detail-oriented approach to his patient care and is dedicated to his field.
Hobbies / Sports
- Enjoying Being a Father, Fishing, Hunting, Cooking
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- John
Went here for imaging and met Dr. Kilpatrick who was really kind and understanding that I was nervous. Great place for imaging- very convenient.
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Dr. Kilpatrick received his medical degree in 1998 from Mercer University in Macon, Georgia. Thereafter, he completed his OB/GYN internship with Palmetto Health Richland Memorial Hospital, in Columbia, South Carolina, followed by his Diagnostic Radiology residency with the Memorial Health University Medical Center in Savannah, Georgia. Wanting to continue his training, he completed his MRI and Advanced Imaging fellowship with ProScan MRI Education Foundation. Dr. Kilpatrick is certified by the American Board of Radiology. He is also a professional member of the American College of Radiology and the Radiological Society of North America. He has been the lead radiologist for the University of South Carolina Gamecocks and several other regional high school and college athletic programs. Dr. Kilpatrick currently practices at his private clinic in West Columbia, South Carolina, although he is also affiliated with Palmetto Health Baptist and Global Imaging Solutions. As a diagnostic radiologist, Dr. Kilpatrick specializes in obtaining and interpreting medical images obtained from x-rays, CT scans, MRIs, and ultrasounds, and then using them to treat health-related problems. His clinical interests include adult radiology, pediatric radiology, head-to-toe MRI, and advanced imaging. He provides outpatient care locally and speaks regionally to colleagues and healthcare professionals. Dr. Kilpatrick attributes his professional success to his background training and hard work. In his spare time, he enjoys being a father, cooking, fishing, and hunting.
Additional Information
Zachary M. Kilpatrick Jr., MD, is an Esteemed Diagnostic Radiologist and Adult/Pediatric MRI Specialist with a Private Practice in West Columbia, South Carolina
With a uniquely diversified professional experience spanning over eighteen years, Zachary M. Kilpatrick Jr., MD, is a highly regarded diagnostic radiologist and adult/pediatric MRI specialist. He sees patients at GLOBIS: Global Imaging Solutions in Savannah, GA. Radiologists, such as Dr. Kilpatrick, use imaging to gather information about the structure and function of the human body that may be unavailable without surgery. They rely on penetrating radiation, such as X-rays, CT scans, and PET scans to diagnose diseases. They may also employ ultrasound and magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) scans. Dr. Kilpatrick’s clinical interests include adult radiology, pediatric radiology, head-to-toe MRI, and advanced imaging. He performs outpatient care locally and speaks regionally to colleagues and healthcare professionals. When not assisting patients, Dr. Kilpatrick Kr. dedicates his free time to being with his children, fishing, hunting, and cooking. For more information about Zachary M. Kilpatrick Jr., MD, please visit https://globalimagingsolutions.com/our-staff/.
Zachary M. Kilpatrick Jr., MD, is a 1998 graduate of Mercer University School of Medicine in Macon, Georgia. He interned at Palmetto Health and served his residency in diagnostic radiology at Memorial Health University Medical Center in Savannah, Georgia (Resident of the Year, 2003). Moreover, he is fellowship trained in MRI and advanced imaging through ProScan MRI Education Foundation. As a fellow, Dr. Kilpatrick was heavily involved with the imaging care of the Cincinnati Bengals, Columbus Blue Jackets and United States Gymnastics Olympic Team, to name a few. Dr. Kilpatrick is board-certified in radiology by the American Board of Radiology and remains a member of the American College of Radiology and the Radiological Society of North America. He feels that his success is primarily attributable to his hard work and great background training during his fellowship and medical school. Dr. Kilpatrick Jr. takes a detail-oriented approach to patient care. For more information about Dr. Zachary M. Kilpatrick Jr., please visit https://www.findatopdoc.com/doctor/8133818-Zachary-Kilpatrick-Radiologist-West-Columbia-South-Carolina-29169.
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