Radiology for Children

Helen DeVos Children’s Hospital is home to West Michigan’s only full-service pediatric radiology department. All our providers are specially trained in diagnosing illnesses, injuries and diseases in children.

We continually incorporate leading-edge technology and innovative imaging examinations, many of which are only available at select children’s radiology departments around the country.

Our radiology team includes child life experts to put your child at ease. A child life specialist helps explain the exam to each child by practicing on a model and works with him or her to feel less anxious during the exam. We also offer video goggles so your child can watch a movie or listen to music during an MRI.

While imaging is a critical part of medicine, limiting the radiation dose used for diagnostic imaging exams is especially important for children. We are committed to protecting each child and using the lowest amount of radiation to achieve the desired result.