UCLA Health Nuclear Medicine & Theranostics

Our nuclear medicine specialists use state-of-the-art imaging techniques and therapies to improve patient outcomes.

UCLA Health Excellence in Nuclear Medicine

At UCLA Health, our nuclear medicine specialists diagnose and treat diseases in children and adults, conduct groundbreaking research and train the next generation of nuclear medicine experts.

Learn more about UCLA Health Nuclear Medicine

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Clinical Services

At UCLA Health, we use nuclear medicine procedures to diagnose disease, manage conditions, plan treatment and deliver targeted therapies. We offer all FDA-approved diagnostic and therapeutic nuclear medicine procedures at clinics located throughout the Greater Los Angeles area.

Education

As part of the David Geffen School of Medicine, our Nuclear Medicine Training Program offers residency, fellowship and cross-training opportunities in a world-class hospital and research setting.

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Research

The UCLA Department of Nuclear Medicine and Theranostics is committed to developing new nuclear medicine techniques that can help doctors diagnose, manage and treat cardiovascular disease, cancer and neurological disease. Our robust research program develops and evaluates new nuclear medicine technologies at all stages — clinical, translational and foundational — to benefit patients at UCLA Health and beyond. 

Convenient Care

UCLA Health offers nuclear medicine services at clinics located throughout Los Angeles County, making it easy for you to access the care you need. Our newly opened Outpatient Theranostics Center offers patients the latest theranostics imaging and therapy services in a convenient outpatient setting. 

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Schedule an Appointment

Our team is dedicated to advancing patient care and improving outcomes through state-of-the-art molecular imaging and therapy. At our UCLA Health outpatient Nuclear Medicine centers, we offer comprehensive diagnostic and therapeutic services, including PET/CT, SPECT, cardiac nuclear imaging, and targeted radionuclide therapies—supported by expert consultation and a commitment to excellence in patient-centered care.