Building a new MRI suite is a major undertaking. Many safety factors are involved:Containment measures for the magnetic fieldProtection of personnel and equipment (Ferrous Metal Detection devices)Attenuation of radio-frequency disturbances to protect MRI...
When siting an MRI, the starting point of every plan is the magnet Iso-center. The magnet vendor, user, architect, contractor, and shielding vendor will base all MRI planning around the Iso-center location. Its placement is the key to the success of the site, the...
THE IMAGING DIRECTOR’S CRITICAL ROLE IN SUCCESSFUL MRI SUITE PLANNINGChoose The Right MRI Package For Your Objectives. You should be the Iso-center .This is the first in our 4-part series highlighting the critical role imaging directors play in successful MRI...
MRI scanners have become significant sources of revenue for healthcare providers in the US. This is because of favorable reimbursement rates from insurers and federal government programs. However, the very high strength of the magnetic field present in an MRI session...