For referring physicians
Brain perfusion SPECT referrals and independent interpretation
Dr. John Michael Uszler is a nuclear medicine physician who personally processes and interprets SPECT brain perfusion studies. His written report provides regional cerebral perfusion findings and diagnostic considerations for the referring or treating physician to consider alongside the patient’s history, examination, and other testing. A scan alone does not establish a neurological or psychiatric diagnosis.
Call (310) 428-7064 or email drspectscanoffice@gmail.com. Jean Cristofoli Uszler, office administrator and scheduling coordinator, can explain the pathway and how to provide necessary patient information and records. Please do not send patient records or sensitive medical details in ordinary email.
How is the scan arranged?
Dr. Uszler does not operate a scan-acquisition facility. Jean coordinates the appointment at an appropriate Amen Clinics location. Amen Clinics performs the scan and transfers the complete DICOM imaging dataset to Dr. Uszler for his independent interpretation.
What does the referring physician receive?
Dr. Uszler reviews the complete dataset, evaluates image quality, identifies regional cerebral perfusion findings, formulates diagnostic considerations, and prepares a written medical imaging report. The report and selected images are provided to the referring or treating physician.
What questions can be discussed before referral?
Physicians can call to discuss whether regional cerebral perfusion information may be useful for an unresolved clinical question, such as persistent symptoms after a known or possible head injury or changes in memory or cognition. Its potential contribution depends on the individual clinical context and is considered with the other available information.
Scheduling and reporting
Studies not requiring sedation are often scheduled within approximately one to three weeks, depending on location and availability. Sedation cases may take longer because only selected locations and dates are available. Reports are ordinarily completed within two business days after the complete scan data and necessary clinical information are received.
See the patient and family guide to arranging a brain SPECT scan.