Riverpark Medical Center incorporates a Digital Imaging Center, which offers patients a level of technological excellence, convenience and accountability unparalleled in the Miss-Lou area.

We're proud to feature the trend setting equipment from General Electric (GE) Medical, the leader in diagnostic imaging. Among the FIRSTS for our region are a high resolution MRI, four times the resolution and speed of an open MRI. We offer Multi-slice Light Speed CT, giving your physician up to 4X the information of conventional spiral CT. In addition we have one of the first digital mammography units in the south allowing the physician to zoom in, magnify, and optimize different parts of breast tissue without having to take another image. To compliment Digital Mammography we have added the FDA approved Computer Aided Detection (CAD) system which acts as a "second pair of eyes" for the radiologist. CAD works by applying a mathematical algorithm that digitally scans every inch of your mammogram and highlights all potential regions of interest. Our digital radiology Picture Archiving and Communication System (PACS) will make consultations and second opinions easily available anywhere the Internet can take you.

We also offer 3-D ultrasound, digital fluoroscopy, digital x-ray, and osteoporosis evaluation (bone density).

We believe our patients deserve the best today and tomorrow, that's why we have made a long-term commitment to keeping both technology and equipment current.

Our Staff

Our Medical Director, Dr. Fred G. Emrick, has clinical expertise in every modality we offer including: High Resolution MRI, Digital Mammography and Multi-slice CT. Dr. Emrick is committed to providing a new standard of radiological excellence to our region by implementing quality protocols on all diagnostic equipment.

Jill Brown, RT (R) R.D.M.S., Director of Imaging Services, leads a team of registered radiology technologists in providing professional and personal service to every patient. The primary objective of the Riverpark Digital Imaging Center is to meet the imaging needs of all area physicians and healthcare providers by assuring quality services in a timely manner.

Our Services

Our Imaging Center will offer pre-admission of patients, private admission areas, prompt and courteous service, patient information with regard to exam preparation, post procedure follow up and patient education. We offer a relaxed environment by providing a private consultation area, separate dressing and waiting areas for men and women, and “ a personal touch ” that includes availability of robes and a warm blanket during your procedure.

Diagnostic Procedures and Equipment

Below you can find an overview of different tests and equipment you may encounter when you visit the NEW Riverpark Digital Imaging Medical.

• CT- Multi-slice Computed Axial Tomography
• MRI- High Resolution 1.5T Magnetic Resonance Imaging
• New Digital Mammography with Computer Aided Detection (CAD)
• Radiology Ultrasound
• Radiology Picture Archiving and Communication System (PACS)
• Digital Fluoroscopy and X-ray
• Bone Density
• Vascular Ultrasound

Women's Services

Riverpark is dedicated to providing information to help women make more confident and informed decisions. Our partnership with GE Medical insures not only the latest diagnostic tools but also access to women's healthcare advocates, leaders and nationally recognized experts. We are committed to empowering women with knowledge and insight to help them stay on the road to better health.

Breast Health

Women should set up a plan for good breast health, through mammograms, regular breast self-examinations, examinations, understanding their breast cancer risks and genetics. Learn about breast cancer diagnostic procedures such as digital mammograms offered at Riverpark.

Osteoporosis Treatment and Prevention

In the U.S. today, 10 million individuals already have osteoporosis and 18 million more have low bone mass, placing them at increased risk for this disease. Osteoporosis affects many women, Riverpark is committed to the latest diagnostic methods and education to help deter this women's disease.

Riverpark Sports Medicine and Physical Therapy facility is not just a clinic – we are advocates for our patients' health and well-being.

At Riverpark Sports Medicine & Physical Therapy, we utilize a team approach to provide professional, personalized, high-quality treatment to members of our community.

We encourage an aggressive approach to rehabilitation, and we offer flexible appointment times with minimal or no waiting to accommodate our patients’ work and school schedules. We are advocates for our patient’s health, and we promote the development and maintenance of fitness and quality of life for all age groups. In accordance with the scope of practice developed by the American Physical Therapy Association, our staff strives to reduce our patients’ inflammation and pain, to treat and prevent injuries, to prevent impairment, to reduce or over-come functional limitations and disabilities, and to help our patients adapt to changes in health status or physical functioning that result from disease, injury, or other causes. We are located adjacent to the office of Sports Medicine & Orthopedic Specialist, Dr. J.H. Fairbanks. This allows Dr. Fairbanks to personally oversee patients’ therapy and to conduct post-op visits without the patient having to schedule a separate visit to the Orthopedic Center. Our main goal is for our patients to return as rapidly and safely as possible to their optimal level of performance in activities of daily living, work activities, and recreational activities.

Our Staff

• Licensed Physical Therapists
• Licensed Physical Therapist Assistants
• Other highly trained physical therapy clinicians
• Insurance/billing specialists
• Knowledgeable clerical staff

Our physical therapists can perform an initial evaluation or consultation of a screening nature to determine the need for physical therapy services without a referral from a physician, but implementation of a treatment plan requires a referral from a person licensed to practice medicine, surgery, dentistry, podiatry, or chiropractic services.

Our Services

107 Front St.
Suite 210
Vidalia, LA 71373
PHONE (318) 336-2224
FAX (318) 336-6068

• Evaluation, diagnosis, prognosis, intervention, and prevention of musculoskeletal, neuromuscular, cardiopulmonary, and integumentary injuries, diseases, or disorders.
• Treatment of congenital diseases and disorders.
• Exercises for the development of strength, flexibility, agility, and endurance.
• Gait training, balance, and coordination activities.
• Manual therapy and pain modulation modalities such as moist heat, ice, compression, traction, ultrasound, iontophoresis, and electrical stimulation.
• Education on workplace ergonomics and safe work practices.
• Instruction in activities of daily living and home exercise programs.
• Instruction in proper body mechanics and postural alignment.
• Instruction in work environment or home modification.
• Provision and fitting of orthotics, prosthetics, supportive devices, protective devices, assistive devices, and adaptive devices.
• Education on musculoskeletal conditions, exercise, and fitness.

Our patients benefit from services that combine the highest level of clinical expertise with the most advanced rehabilitation techniques.

INJURIES/CONDITIONS/DISEASES/DISORDERS TREATED

• Sports Related Injuries
• Work Related Injuries
• Arthroscopy
• Arthritis
• Strokes
• Swelling of Joints and Joint Instability
• Whiplash/Neck Pain
• Rotator Cuff Injuries
• Frozen Shoulders
• Total Shoulder Replacement
• Bursitis/Tendonitis
• Repetitive/Cumulative Trauma Disorders in Wrist, Forearm, and Elbow
• Hand Therapy
• Upper Back/Shoulder Blade Pain
• Lumbar Strain/Sciatica/ SI Dysfunction
• Chronic Back Pain
• Pre and Post Surgical Spine/ Disc Conditions
• Total Hip Replacement
• Knee Injuries/Meniscus/Cartilage Tears
• ACL/MCL/PCL Ligament Tears and Reconstructions
• Patellofemoral (knee cap) Syndrome
• Total Knee Replacement
• Ankle Sprains/Strains
• Foot problems/Heel Spurs
• Gait Abnormalities
• Muscle Spasms/Myofascial Trigger Points/ Fibromyalgia

STATE-OF-THE-ART EQUIPMENT

• Biodex Balance System
• Biodex Recumbent Cycle
• SciFit Upright Cycle
• Biodex Upper Body Cycle
• Biodex Recumbent Squat Machine
• Sports Art Treadmill
• Star Trac Elliptical Edge Natural Runner
• Nautilus Home Gym
• The GameReady is an Accelerated Recovery System for compression/cold therapy

HOURS

Open 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday-Friday

The members of the staff at Riverpark Sports Medicine & Physical Therapy are here to serve YOU. Whether your game is competitive athletics or meeting life’s daily challenges, we will have you back in action in no time.

Ambulatory Surgery Centers (ASCs) are designed for surgeries that do not require hospital admissions. Because ASCs must adhere to some of the most highly regulated standards of excellence in the industry, patients can be assured of receiving not only the best, but also the most cost effective approach to care.

Riverpark's Ambulatory Surgery Center (ASC) will offer our region:

• High-quality, cost-effective outpatient surgical procedures
• Flexible scheduling, easy access, a comfortable, stress free environment
• State-of-the-art Operating Rooms
• A dedicated, caring, attentive nursing staff focused on patient satisfaction

Patient Benefits

Our focus for the patient is on comfort and convenience. For example, River Park Ambulatory Surgery Center has a spacious, comfortable waiting room where the business office personnel attend to the needs of patients and their families.

There is a private conference room between the waiting room and recovery so that the physician can discuss a family member's procedure in private with the family. No more discussions in front of the elevator! The pre-op area has individual cubicles, some with toilets and doors to assure maximum privacy. There is room for family to be with the patient before surgery.

Built with the patient in mind, Riverpark's Ambulatory Surgery Center consists of three operating suites and all supportive services. Construction of ambulatory surgical suites is strictly regulated. Riverpark's suites, designed by an architect who is a specialist in medical facilities, are constructed to regulation down to the last detail.

We use only the latest and most advanced instrumentation systems. Our philosophy going forward will be to always place the best instruments in the physician's hands.

Cost savings for our patients is important to us. Fees for outpatient surgeries can be as much as one third less expensive than full service hospital procedures with no compromise in quality. These economies are passed on to the patient.

Procedures frequently performed at Riverpark Ambulatory Surgery Center