High-Field 1.5T MRI — Superior Image Clarity
Our High-Field MRI uses a powerful 1.5 Tesla magnetic field to produce exceptionally detailed images of your brain, spine, joints, organs, and soft tissues — with no radiation exposure.
What Is a High-Field MRI?
Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) uses a strong magnetic field and radio waves to create detailed cross-sectional images of the inside of your body. Unlike X-rays or CT scans, MRI uses no ionizing radiation, making it one of the safest diagnostic imaging tools available. Our 1.5 Tesla High-Field MRI delivers superior image clarity compared to lower-field systems, enabling our radiologists to detect even subtle abnormalities. The wide-bore design provides extra room for patient comfort.
What Can High-Field MRI Diagnose?
- Brain conditions (tumors, stroke, MS, headaches)
- Spine disorders (herniated discs, spinal stenosis)
- Joint injuries (rotator cuff tears, ACL tears, meniscus)
- Cardiac function and structure
- Abdominal and pelvic organ evaluation
- Breast imaging (with and without contrast)
- Vascular imaging (MRA of head and neck)
- TMJ disorders
How to Prepare for Your High-Field MRI
- 1Remove all metal jewelry, piercings, watches, and hair clips
- 2Tell our technologist about any implants, pacemakers, or surgical hardware
- 3Wear comfortable clothing without metal zippers, buttons, or underwire
- 4Arrive 15 minutes early to complete intake forms
- 5Bring your insurance card and physician's referral order
- 6If you are anxious about enclosed spaces, ask about our Open MRI option
What to Expect During Your High-Field MRI
Check-In & Safety Screening
You'll complete a safety questionnaire about metal in your body. Our technologist will review your history and explain the entire process.
Positioning
You'll lie on a padded table that slides into the MRI machine. Our wide-bore design provides more room than traditional machines. We'll give you earplugs or headphones with music.
The Scan
You'll hear rhythmic tapping and humming sounds — this is completely normal. Stay as still as possible for the clearest images. The scan takes 30–60 minutes depending on the area being imaged.
After Your Scan
You can drive, eat, and resume all normal activities immediately. If contrast was used, drink extra water. Results go to your doctor within 48 hours (stat reads available for urgent cases).
Frequently Asked Questions
Ready to Schedule Your High-Field MRI?
Call us or book online. We'll get you scheduled quickly.