When will I get my results?
The MRIs will will be sent to a radiologist, who will analyze your scan and report to your doctor the next business day. Your doctor will discuss the results with you. Upon completion of your office visit, you will be given a CD-ROM disc of your scan.
What is Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI)?
MRI is a non-invasive medical technique that produces highly detailed images of your organs, tissues and skeletal system. MRI is widely used around the world to help diagnose and treat medical issues, such as:
- Central nervous system diseases, like dementia and epilepsy
- Cardiovascular conditions, such as myocardial ischemia and viability, myocarditis, and congenital heart disease
- Spinal conditions, joint disease and soft tissue tumors
- Lesions of the liver, pancreas, and bile ducts
- Rectal and prostate cancer, as well as other tumors
What if I feel claustrophobic inside the MRI system?
Parkwood Open Imaging is uniquely prepared to deal with this issue. 30% of MRI patients report some distress during the imaging process. Our imaging system is 70cm (nearly 28in) in diameter, providing ample space for our patients. Read more about this on our Advantages page.
Are there any patient limitations for MRI?
MRI is favored by medical professionals over CT scans when possible due to the wide range of applications, and the safety for the patient. Because MRI uses a strong magnetic field, please let us know if you have shrapnel, a cochlear implant, surgical protheses, anyuerism clips or a cardiac pacemaker. Some implants have been designed to work in an MRI environment. Please see a list of these at RadiologyInfo.org
What will my MRI experience be like?
You will lie down on a movable table that slides into the opening of the MRI tube. 60% of the examinations are done with the patient’s head outside of the tube. Once you are in place, you may speak to the technician by microphone. The machine will create the magnetic radiation, a process that may produce repetitive taps, bumps or other noises. The process is completely painless, and it may take up to an hour, depend on the imaging being performed. We offer a wide variety of music that you can enjoy during your imaging session. Please talk to your technician for details.
I’m pregnant. Will an MRI affect my fetus?
Currently, research does not show any affect on fetuses, so an MRI procedure is considered to be safe, but please consult your doctor if you believe you may be pregnant.
I am a welder. Is it safe for me to get an MRI?
If you have worked as a welder, you may have microscopic metal shavings in your eyes. Please notify us if this is a possibility, so we can perform an X-ray to confirm if this is the case.