Radiology / Diagnostics
Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI)
New MRI provides better results. Featuring the latest technology and the largest opening available, Saint Mary’s new 3T MRI is one of the first 25 units installed in the U.S. The “3T” stands for three Tesla, which designates greater field strength than the current standard, 1.5T.
With this additional magnet strength, diagnosis of brain disorders, orthopedic cases, and breast MRI will now be easier, more detailed, and have improved accuracy. One of the key differentiating features of this new diagnostic tool is the bore size or opening from which patients enter.
Saint Mary’s 3T MRI has an opening of 70-cm, which is currently the largest opening available. In fact, it has the largest opening in Michigan, making it great for bariatric patients, claustrophobic patients, and parents of small children who can actually lean into the unit to ease their child's anxiety.
Referral. If you get severe anxiety, are claustrophobic,
or larger in stature this new MRI may be a great alternative
to other machines. If you’re referred to get an MRI,
ask your physician about the Saint Mary’s 3T MRI with
the largest opening available. Referrals can be made though
your physician’s office and appointments can be scheduled
by calling 616.685.4000.
Time. Your time is important to us. That’s why Saint Mary’s highly skilled staff are available to provide this service 24 hours per day, seven days a week.
For more information about our 3T MRI Click Here.
Phone: (616) 685-6395
Hours: Monday through Thursday 24 hours; Sat-Sun 7 am-10
pm
Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) is an extraordinary technology that provides a means of “seeing” inside the body in order for doctors to find certain diseases or abnormal conditions. The MRI examination requires specialized equipment that uses a powerful magnetic field, radiofrequency energy and a computer to create very clear pictures of internal body structures.
MRI has become the preferred procedure for diagnosing or “ruling out” a large number of potential problems in many parts of the body. In general, MRI creates pictures that can show differences between healthy and unhealthy tissue. Doctors use MRI to examine the brain, spine, joints (e.g., knee, shoulder, wrist, ankle), abdomen, pelvic region, breast, blood vessels, heart and other body parts.
Is MRI safe? Every year, approximately 10 million patients undergo MRI procedures. MRI has been shown to be extremely safe as long as proper safety precautions are taken. Great care is taken to prevent ferromagnetic objects from entering the MRI system room. MRI facilities have screening procedures that, when carefully followed, will ensure that the MRI technologist and radiologist know about the presence of metallic implants and materials. Check with the MRI technologist or radiologist at the MRI center if you have any questions or concerns about any implanted object or health condition that could impact the MRI procedure.
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