Upstate Medical Physics provides professional radiation shielding design services for diagnostic imaging facilities throughout New York and surrounding states. Our team develops accurate shielding calculations and reports to ensure the protection of employees, patients, and the general public from primary, scatter, and leakage radiation. Using established methodologies outlined in NCRP 147, we deliver precise, practical shielding recommendations for new construction and renovation projects involving radiographic, fluoroscopic, CT, nuclear medicine, PET, and PET/CT systems.
Radiation Shielding Design for Imaging Facilities
Shielding design is essential for ensuring safe operation of diagnostic imaging rooms. Upstate Medical Physics has provided shielding recommendations for hundreds of installations, helping healthcare facilities meet regulatory requirements while maintaining cost-effective and efficient design solutions.
We provide shielding design services for:
Radiographic and fluoroscopic rooms
CT imaging suites
Nuclear medicine departments
PET and PET/CT facilities
Hybrid and advanced imaging systems
NCRP 147-Based Shielding Calculations
Our shielding reports are developed using the latest standards and methodologies outlined in NCRP Report 147. These calculations ensure that shielding designs are accurate, compliant, and appropriate for modern imaging workloads and technologies.
We also assist with:
Certificate of Need (CON) documentation support
Architectural and engineering coordination
Layout and workflow optimization recommendations
Modern Imaging Technology Considerations
Shielding requirements have evolved significantly with advances in imaging technology. Modern CT systems and high-output imaging equipment often require updated shielding assessments to ensure adequate protection and compliance.
We evaluate:
Increased workload demands from multi-detector CT systems
Existing room shielding adequacy
Lead equivalency verification for existing barriers
Cost-effective upgrades to meet current safety standards
Efficient Design & Rapid Turnaround Options
Upstate Medical Physics balances safety, regulatory compliance, and cost-effectiveness in every shielding project. For time-sensitive projects, expedited turnaround options are available for single-room shielding designs.
We also offer on-site evaluations to assess existing shielding conditions and help reduce unnecessary renovation costs while maintaining full compliance and safety standards.