MRI (Magnetic Resonance Imaging) exams are non-invasive imaging scans.
MRI machines manage to create detailed images of body tissue, organs,
and bone without the use of radiation. It has proven to be immensely useful
in diagnosing conditions of the brain and spinal cord.
An MRI can help in the diagnosis of:
Brain damage
Stroke
Aneurysm
Arthritis
Eye problems
Inner ear disorders
Multiple Sclerosis
Spine injuries
St. John’s Health offers MRI scanning in Teton County using the MAGNETOM®
Aera 1.5T Open Bore MRI system. This state-of-the-art device is designed
for optimal speed and patient comfort. In addition to the MRI system,
St. John's also has a Hologic Sentinelle Breast MRI Coil and Aegis 3D
Visualization Software to provide very high resolution imaging to aid
radiologists in the detection and characterization of breast cancer. The
unit’s Unique Variable Coil Geometry provides minimally invasive
access for biopsies and enhanced patient comfort while the new software
aids the radiologist interpreting the exam.
Benefits of the MAGNETOM Aera 1.5T Open Bore
The MAGNETOM Aera was developed by Siemens health care. It was designed
with patient comfort in mind, and can increase MRI productivity by more
than 50% from standard models. The MAGNETOM Aera utilizes ultra-high-density
coils to create excellent quality images of the body’s structures.
These results allow physicians to perform faster, more accurate diagnoses
for everything from broken bones to breast cancer.
The tube component of the MAGNETOM Aera is particularly large, 70 cm, to
alleviate patient stress. The tube is also much shorter than most devices,
and many patients can receive their scan with their head remaining outside
of the enclosing. Like other MRIs, patients can remain in contact with
a technician during the test through an intercom device.
The entire MRI suite is designed to be welcoming, with hardwood floors,
soft lighting and an “illusion of the sky” ceiling to provide
the patient with a sense of open space. Call the imaging department at
307.200.2119 to learn more about our MRI procedure.
Relax during your MRI
In an effort to support your healing and wellbeing, we offer a variety
of free amenities to help make your experience more comfortable when in the MRI.
Aromatherapy Essential Oils
Sirius XM Radio
Watch a DVD with state-of-the-art goggles
To schedule an MRI at St. John's:
Meet with your health care provider
Request an order for an MRI at St. John’s
Once you have the order, call the scheduling office at
307.200.2119 (Monday–Friday, 8 am–5 pm) to book your appointment for an
MRI. If the order is filed electronically by your provider, St. John’s
Health will contact you to schedule your appointment.
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