We offer the best in State of the Art Technology.
State of the art technology means advanced high resolution imaging capabilities with unmatched patient comfort.
Our imaging centers were designed to provide its users with outstanding "downtown" medical expertise in a convenient community setting. The Center itself offers a user-friendly facility and employs staff chosen for their patient care orientation, technical skill and ability to work effectively in a free standing setting.
Equipment:
2 GE 1.5T Signa Infinity with Excite High Field
Ultra short bore scanner
Hitachi Airis II
Open scanner, ideal for claustrophobic patients
Full Time, Board Certified Radiologist: Our physicians are on site to discuss findings with referring physicians.
Licensed by the Commonwealth of Massachusetts and accredited by the American College of Radiology: We meet or exceed all standards for MRI centers.
Turnaround Time for Results: Studies are read promptly by full time on-site radiologist with reports available within 24 hours. Stat reporting of results will be FAXED to the referring physician's office.
Physician Consultations: A board certified radiologist is available Monday through Friday, 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., and weekends 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. for telephone consultations regarding MRI needs and applicability.
Three Magnets: Open Hitachi Airis II for claustrophobic patients; as well as two GE 1.5T Signa Infinity with Excite high field magnet.
On-Site Radiologist:Radiologists are on-site each day to ensure proper patient care and expedite reports.
Convenient Hours: Patients are scanned seven days a week. Monday through Saturday from 7:00 a.m. to 11:00 p.m. and Sunday from 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Two Accessible Locations with Ample Parking: The CHEM Center is conveniently located off Routes I-93 and 128 on Montvale Avenue in Stoneham with plenty of free, on site parking.
Melrose Wakefield Hospital is located at 585 Lebannon Street, Melrose,
Patient Comfort: We offer you a non-stressful, attractive environment. The Center's highly trained technologists are patient-oriented and skilled at handling patient concerns. The technologists are registered by the American Registry of Radiological Technologist and certified in MRI.
Rapid Results: Reports are available within 24 hours to your physician.
