Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) is a diagnostic imaging technique combining a powerful magnetic field with computer technology to produce detailed images of your body’s soft tissue. During an MRI exam, atoms in our body respond to magnetic fields created by an MRI scanner. These atomic responses produce highly-detailed computer representations of internal organs, muscles, connective tissue, and the central nervous system. MRI exams are noninvasive, except in cases where contrast agents are used.

Elite Imaging also performs Magnetic Resonance Angiography (MRA) exams, which use MRI technology to produce detailed images of blood vessels. These images assist in detecting, diagnosing and treating heart disorders, strokes, and blood vessel diseases.

At Elite Imaging, we use state-of-the-art MRI scanners to generate razor-sharp images. In addition to operating South Florida’s most powerful MRI magnet, the MAGNETOM Trio 3-Tesla high-field MRI scanner, we perform open MRI exams at both of our locations. Like traditional MRI, open MRI technology uses a magnetic field to produce images of internal body structures. However, open MRI systems enable individuals to be examined without the fear of claustrophobia, which is often associated with traditional MRI. Open MRI is also ideal for pediatric and elderly patients.

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Click here for a video demonstration of MRI