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Where do i go to get a barium swallow done?

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Radiology: Barium swallows are done in a radiology suite but must be ordered by a physician.

Answered 9/13/2017

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Dr. Michael Gabor answered

Specializes in Diagnostic Radiology

Hospital radiology: departments or outpatient imaging centers.

Answered 7/23/2014

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Dr. Robert Killian answered

Specializes in General Practice

Testing in Medicine: Where your doctor who is ordering the test sends you. You cannot just walk in to a radiology center and request a test.

Answered 9/13/2017

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