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What is MRI?
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Since its introduction in the early 1980's, MRI has emerged as an imaging technology that is excellent for diagnosing of brains, spines, knees, etc. with technology that is continually changing. The CHEM Center for MRI offers the latest MRI technology available today. MRI or Magnetic Resonance Imaging is a unique procedure that uses a strong magnetic field and radio waves to look inside the human body. It is an important addition to existing diagnostic tools because it is a painless procedure which offers your physician unprecedented detailed images of the human body without using ionizing radiation (x-rays). The procedure works with radio waves directed at protons in your body. The protons are first "excited" and then "relaxed" the relaxed state generates radio signals, which can be computer-processed to form an image. The MRI image shows differences in the water content and distribution in various body tissues. Even different types of tissue within the same organ, such as the gray and white matter of the brain can be distinguished. Typically a MRI exam consists of two to six imaging sequences, each lasting two to fifteen minutes. Each sequence has its own degree of contrast and shows a cross section of the body.
The CHEM Center for MRI offers the best of High Field MR Imaging along with Open MRI.
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High Field & Open MRI
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  High Field MRI Open MRI
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Claustrophobic Patients
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If you are claustrophobic, the CHEM Center now has an open magnet. The Hitachi Airis II magnet is open on four sides, which minimizes anxiety and claustrophobia. This design also allows you to have a family member or friend with you at your side during the exam to comfort you further.
Anyone concerned about the exam is welcome to come by the Center prior to his or her scan in order to view the magnets and to speak with our staff.
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Films/Reports
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If you need additional films or copies of your report, please call the CHEM Center ahead of time. A charge may apply if you have already received them at the time of your scan. Calling ahead will assure your films will be ready. It takes the center additional time today to prepare them as most cases are handled electronically or are off site.
If you have any questions please call 781-279-2213.
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