What is an MRI?
MRI stands for Magnetic Resonance Imaging. An MRI scan uses magnetism and radio waves to create a picture of the inside of the body. MRI scans are completely safe and do not have any side effects. Community Medical Imaging is guaranteeing quality patient care from our experienced team of technicians and expert radiologists.
Open versus Closed MRI
While a Closed MRI scanner envelopes patients in a small, dark tunnel of magnets, Open MRI machines are much more patient friendly. They are open to the air on all sides, with magnets placed only above and below. Also, Open MRI machines are much quieter. Certain larger patients or those who experience claustrophobia always prefer an Open MRI scan.
MRI in comparison to CT & X-Ray Scan
MRI scans are able to produce images of organs and bodily tissue in great detail without the need for harmful radiation. They are used to evaluate conditions such as musculoskeletal disorders, traumatic injuries, blood flow, tumors, eye abnormalities, heart malformations, and other medical conditions/injuries. X-rays and CAT scans are typically used to examine the skeletal system since only denser parts of the body show clearly and bodily tissues do not appear in detail.
Our Services
MRI
Magnetic Resonance Imaging is a medical imaging technique used in radiology for detailed visualization of the internal organs of the body. Compared with other medical imaging techniques, MRI provides good contrast between the soft tissues of the body, making it useful in imaging the brain, muscles, heart, and cancers. Our Hitachi Open MRI is state of the art equipment that is serviced and maintained by Fujifilm Healthcare Solutions.
Digital X-Ray
An X-ray (radiograph) uses low-dose radiation to produce quick, painless, and relatively inexpensive images of the internal structures of the body. Some X-ray procedures require ingesting or injecting a radiopaque substance that helps to visualize internal organs. These X-ray images are produced with CMI’s advanced digital imaging equipment.
Brain, Head & Spine Imaging
Dr. McDonnell is a board certified neuroradiologist with experience in advanced head and spine imaging including CTA and MRA studies.
Musculoskeletal Imaging
At CMI, you’ll find a team of radiologists with expertise in Musculoskeletal Radiology, each specializes in the diagnosis of disease processes affecting the bones and joints.
Emergency & Trauma Imaging
Emergency radiology is a sub-specialty of radiology that primarily focuses on diagnosing acute illnesses and injuries. We provide high quality reports in the acute setting for your doctor. Reports are faxed or emailed as per the clinician’s request.
Pediatric Imaging
At CMI, all of our technologists are familiar with dose reduction in which they have promised to make the image gently message a priority. Image Gently is an initiative of the Alliance for Radiation Safety in pediatric imaging with a goal to change practice by increasing awareness of the opportunities to lower radiation dose in the imaging of children. Our caring staff works with your to decrease anxiety for the child and parent.