Package B is for those between the age of 40 and 49. It includes a personal consult with a board-certified internist and comprehensive testing to include: Audiogram (hearing test) Dermatology exam (skin screening) Eye exam (no dilation) Nutritional counseling by a registered dietician (with lunch included) Electrocardiogram (ECG) Cardiac stress test (heart) or Calcium score study (additional if …
Package A is for those age 39 and younger. It includes a personal consult with a board-certified internist and comprehensive testing to include: Audiogram (hearing test) Dermatology exam (skin screening) Eye exam (no dilation) Nutritional counseling by a registered dietician ( with lunch included) Electrocardiogram (ECG) Chest X-ray Pap test with gynecologist (females) Physical exam, with a…
Package C is for those 50 and older. It includes a personal consult with a board-certified internist and comprehensive testing to include: Audiogram (hearing test) Bone density scan (females) Chest X-ray Doppler flow peripheral vascular index Abdominal ultrasound Carotid doppler exam Eye exam (no dilation) Electrocardiogram (ECG) Cardiac stress test (heart) or Calcium score study (additional if…
What is Focused Ultrasound?, Focused Ultrasound (FUS) is an advanced, incisionless treatment option for people with Essential Tremor (ET) and Parkinson's disease who have ongoing symptoms despite medical treatment. This innovative procedure uses high-frequency sound waves, precisely guided by MRI imaging, to target and treat the Ventral Intermediate Nucleus (Vim) of the thalamus to control tremors. The sound waves are…, Is Focused Ultrasound Right for You?, Deciding whether Focused Ultrasound is a suitable option requires a consultation with a physician. Your symptoms and past treatments will be reviewed.If you have metallic implants, they must be MRI-compatible. Your physician will guide you through the steps and assess whether this advanced treatment is right for you., What to Expect, Evaluation Before Treatment: The treatment team will review your medical history and confirm MRI compatibility if you have any implants. You will undergo a CT scan to measure your skull density. Day of Treatment Your hair will be shaved. After giving local anesthetic, a head frame will be fitted. You will undergo MRI scanning, and you will stay awake and communicate with the treatment team…, Why Choose Focused Ultrasound?, Focused Ultrasound offers an effective, minimally invasive solution for people with Essential Tremor, offering lasting relief with low risk. If you or someone you know has tremors that have not responded well to medication, this treatment may provide a life-changing option. UT Health San Antonio is proud to be the first hospital in San Antonio to offer Focused Ultrasound (FUS) as part of our…