Evolution Imaging features the Siemens 1.5T MAGNETOM Aera MRI system, designed for both comfort and quality. This machine accommodates individuals up to 550 lbs and features a larger 70 cm bore to help alleviate anxiety. Its faster processing speeds lead to shorter and more comfortable exams while providing your doctors with highly detailed images for increased clinical confidence.

During your MRI, you’ll be provided with earplugs and headphones playing your choice of music to help you relax. We have warm blankets and pillows for extra comfort, with additional pillows available upon request. You’ll also hold a squeeze ball to alert the technologist in case of any discomfort. Our technologists will communicate with you throughout the scan, ensuring you are comfortable and informed.

For your comfort and safety, please avoid wearing clothing with metal, such as zippers or certain athletic wear brands like LuluLemon and Under Armour, which may contain tiny metal fragments. Avoid bringing piercings, jewelry, watches, and electronic devices into the MRI suite as they can be affected by the magnetic field. We provide lockers and changing rooms for your belongings and offer paper shorts or a gown if needed.

We perform MRIs on pregnant patients only when necessary and beneficial. Both your doctor and a board-certified radiologist will discuss the procedure with you, explaining the risks and benefits, and will require your consent before proceeding.

Here are the average times for various scans without contrast. Please note that adding contrast may extend these times by about 10-15 minutes:

Knee: Approximately 14 minutes
Shoulder: Approximately 14 minutes
Lumbar Spine: Approximately 15 minutes
Cervical Spine: Approximately 18 minutes
Foot/Ankle: Approximately 14 minutes
Brain: Approximately 20 minutes

Contrast is a special dye used during some MRI scans to enhance the clarity of the images. It's safely injected into a vein and is particularly useful in detailed examinations.

If you're worried about feeling claustrophobic, you can visit our facility before your appointment to see the MRI machine. Our machines are designed to be less intimidating, and our staff is skilled in helping you feel secure and comfortable during your exam. Family members can stay with you, and in rare cases, sedation can be arranged.

We use state-of-the-art closed MRI scanners that provide superior image quality and are designed with patient comfort in mind. Our machines have larger openings and are shorter in length, making them feel more spacious than traditional MRIs and open MRIs.

Our MRI machines offer a more open feeling than traditional open MRIs, which are only open on the sides. The top part of our machines is designed to be further from your face, providing a less claustrophobic experience along with quicker scan times and better image quality.

Most people can have an MRI, but certain conditions, like having a pacemaker or metal fragments in the body, may interfere with the scan. Please consult with us if you have any concerns about metal in your body.