Consulting Radiologists, Ltd.

Consulting Radiologists, Ltd. Consulting Radiologists, Ltd.

Minnesota's premier, subspecialty radiology practice since 1929 providing a complete range of radiology services to over 100 healthcare facilities in Minnesota and surrounding areas as well as outpatient services at convenient Twin Cities locations. is committed to partnering with both patients and referring providers to improve healthcare outcomes through accurate and timely image interpretations

and appropriate interventions

Our 70 board-certified radiologists represent all imaging subspecialties, including: breast, body, diagnostic, interventional, neuroradiology, neurointerventional radiology, nuclear medicine, musculoskeletal, pediatric and vascular & interventional radiology.

Most men have never heard of coronary artery calcium scoring. That's worth changing.Vascular imaging is an important par...
06/02/2026

Most men have never heard of coronary artery calcium scoring. That's worth changing.

Vascular imaging is an important part of cardiovascular health assessment — and coronary artery calcium scoring is one of the most specific tools available for evaluating heart health before symptoms ever appear. It measures calcium deposits in the walls of the coronary arteries, giving physicians a clearer picture of cardiovascular risk that other tests may not reveal.

It's noninvasive, relatively quick, and the information it provides can meaningfully change the conversation between a patient and their doctor about heart health.

If you're a man over 40 with risk factors for heart disease, it's worth asking your doctor whether this scan makes sense for you.

Learn more: consultingradiologists.com/the-difference-between-coronary-calcium-scoring-and-coronary-ct-angiogram/

When something hurts — a knee, a shoulder, a hip — imaging is often one of the first steps toward understanding why.Musc...
05/29/2026

When something hurts — a knee, a shoulder, a hip — imaging is often one of the first steps toward understanding why.

Musculoskeletal radiology is a subspecialty focused on the diagnostic imaging of disorders of the muscles, bones, joints, and associated soft tissues. It goes well beyond basic X-rays. Modern MSK radiology uses advanced techniques including CT, ultrasound, and MRI to detect and evaluate injuries and conditions — and includes minimally invasive procedures like bone and soft tissue biopsies, as well as MR arthrography for detailed joint evaluation.

It's a subspecialty that requires deep, focused expertise — because the difference between a subtle finding and something more significant isn't always obvious without specialized training.

At CRL, musculoskeletal imaging is one of our dedicated subspecialties. Learn more at consultingradiologists.com/our-specialties/musculoskeletal-imaging/

Today we pause to honor the men and women who gave everything in service to this country. Their sacrifice is not forgott...
05/25/2026

Today we pause to honor the men and women who gave everything in service to this country. Their sacrifice is not forgotten.

From all of us at Consulting Radiologists, Ltd. — thank you.

When your doctor orders a CT scan or an MRI, they're not just asking for images. They're asking a radiologist a specific...
05/22/2026

When your doctor orders a CT scan or an MRI, they're not just asking for images. They're asking a radiologist a specific clinical question.

Is there a fracture? Has the mass changed in size? Is there evidence of infection? Does the appearance suggest a surgical emergency?

The radiology report answers that question — in the context of your history, your symptoms, and what the imaging was designed to show. It's a consultation between two physicians, with your care at the center.

Understanding that changes how you think about imaging. It's not about passing or failing — it's not even just positive or negative — it's one piece of a larger conversation where your care team is working to get you the clearest possible answers.

There's a difference between looking at an image and reading one — and that difference is what a radiologist's training ...
05/19/2026

There's a difference between looking at an image and reading one — and that difference is what a radiologist's training is built around.

Anyone can see a shadow on an X-ray. A radiologist knows whether that shadow is normal anatomy, an artifact of how the image was taken, or something that needs a closer look. They know because they've spent years learning what normal looks like across thousands of patients — so that when something isn't normal, it stands out.

That process is called pattern recognition. And it's not just about what's visible. It's about clinical context — understanding what the referring physician is asking, what the patient's history suggests, and what the image needs to answer.

The report your doctor receives isn't a description of pictures. It's a clinical interpretation. That's the difference.

May is Skin Cancer Awareness Month — and while most people associate skin cancer with what you can see on the surface, t...
05/14/2026

May is Skin Cancer Awareness Month — and while most people associate skin cancer with what you can see on the surface, there are times when what's happening beneath the surface matters just as much.

When melanoma — the most serious form of skin cancer — is caught early, it's highly treatable. But when it spreads, it can affect the lymph nodes and internal organs. That's when imaging becomes part of the picture.

Doctors use imaging to help determine whether cancer has moved beyond the skin — giving the care team a clearer view of what they're working with and what comes next.

It's a reminder that early detection at every stage matters. If you notice a new or changing spot on your skin, don't wait to have it checked.

Mental Health Awareness Month: what brain imaging is revealingMay is Mental Health Awareness Month — and the science beh...
05/12/2026

Mental Health Awareness Month: what brain imaging is revealing

May is Mental Health Awareness Month — and the science behind mental health is advancing in ways that are worth paying attention to.

Neuroimaging tools like MRI have become invaluable in research settings, helping scientists better understand how conditions like depression, anxiety, and PTSD affect the brain at a biological level. While this research isn't yet part of routine clinical diagnosis, what it's uncovering is shifting how the medical community thinks about mental health — as something deeply rooted in brain biology, not separate from physical health.

At CRL, our neuroradiologists work every day to understand what's happening in the brain — and we're proud to be part of a field that keeps finding new ways to look closer.

What is a radiologist? Most people have had imaging done — an X-ray, MRI, CT scan. But most have never met the physician...
05/08/2026

What is a radiologist?

Most people have had imaging done — an X-ray, MRI, CT scan. But most have never met the physician who interpreted it.

That physician is a radiologist.

Radiologists are medical doctors with specialized training in reading the human body through images — identifying what's normal, what's not, and what needs attention. At CRL, our 70+ board-certified radiologists cover every major subspecialty. They work closely with your care team, providing detailed reports and insights that help your doctor take the next right step for your health.

You may never shake their hand. But their expertise is part of every diagnosis.

May is Stroke Awareness Month — and if there's one thing worth knowing, it's this: during a stroke, every minute matters...
05/05/2026

May is Stroke Awareness Month — and if there's one thing worth knowing, it's this: during a stroke, every minute matters.

Every minute during a stroke, neurons are lost. The faster a care team can identify what type of stroke is happening and where, the more options they have. That's where imaging comes in — CT can rule out bleeding within minutes, and MRI shows which areas of the brain have been affected.

At CRL, our neuroradiologists work alongside emergency teams at partner hospitals across the region, including Abbott Northwestern's Neuroscience Institute, providing rapid subspecialty reads when minutes matter most.

Talk to your doctor about your stroke risk factors this May.

Did you know? The first X-ray was taken in 1895. Radiology has evolved dramatically since then — from basic X-rays to ad...
04/30/2026

Did you know? The first X-ray was taken in 1895. Radiology has evolved dramatically since then — from basic X-rays to advanced CT, MRI, PET, and ultrasound imaging.

Consulting Radiologists, Ltd. has been part of that journey since 1929, when Dr. Robert Allison and Dr. Malcolm Hanson partnered to form one of the Twin Cities' first radiology practices. Nearly a century later, we continue bringing subspecialty expertise to every imaging study we interpret.

From film to digital, from single modality to comprehensive imaging — the field has transformed, but the mission remains: accurate interpretation that guides better patient care.

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