Sensible Solutions for Refurbished Radiology

50 Years of MRI

Posted by Vikki Harmonay on Wed, Apr 5, 2023 @ 15:04 PM

Fifty years ago, Paul Lauterbur published his groundbreaking Nature paper which established zeugmatography—or magnetic resonance imaging/MRI—as a viable way to

Read More

Topics: MRI

Extending The Life Of Your MRI

Posted by Vikki Harmonay on Wed, Mar 29, 2023 @ 12:03 PM

MRI machines are very expensive—and with the cost of helium rising between 50-100% in recent years plus the cost of maintenance and replacement parts, operating an MRI is expensive, too.

Read More

Topics: MRI, Medical Imaging Equipment

Will Helium Shortages Affect MRI Access?

Posted by Vikki Harmonay on Wed, Nov 23, 2022 @ 10:11 AM

Liquid helium is the coldest element on earth—and now in short supply. This is problematic since liquid helium is used to keep MR magnets cool and magnetic currents superconductive.

Read More

Topics: MRI

The Importance of Reading Artifacts in MRI

Posted by Vikki Harmonay on Wed, Nov 16, 2022 @ 13:11 PM

Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) uses magnetic fields and radio waves to form images of the body. Radiologists read these images to help diagnose

Read More

Topics: MRI

MRI Technique Can Revolutionize Non-Invasive Surgery

Posted by Vikki Harmonay on Wed, Sep 14, 2022 @ 12:09 PM

A new highly targeted anti-tumor treatment has been developed by scientists at University College London. Using the magnetic fields generated by an MRI Scanner,

Read More

Topics: Imaging Equipment Solutions, MRI

What You Should Know About An MRI Cold Head

Posted by Vikki Harmonay on Wed, Aug 3, 2022 @ 11:08 AM

If you’re using an MRI, it’s important to understand what an MRI Cold Head does. After all, it’s crucial to monitor an MRI Cold Head for

Read More

Topics: MRI

MRI or X-Ray?

Posted by Vikki Harmonay on Wed, Jul 20, 2022 @ 12:07 PM

MRI and X-ray are two types of medical imaging used to help diagnose and treat a wide number of medical conditions. Sometimes multiple types of imaging tests are

Read More

Topics: Medical Imaging Comparisons, MRI, X-Ray

Common Safety Issues For MRI

Posted by Vikki Harmonay on Wed, Jul 13, 2022 @ 13:07 PM

There are 40 million MRIs done annually in the United States, so it makes sense that establishing safety protocols and guidelines

Read More

Topics: MRI

MRI Systems 101: Part 2

Posted by Vikki Harmonay on Wed, Jun 8, 2022 @ 11:06 AM

MRI is the true workhorse of medical imaging devices. In last week’s blog, we took a first look at the components of MRI equipment. Let’s continue our exploration.

Read More

Topics: MRI

MRI Systems 101: Part 1

Posted by Vikki Harmonay on Wed, Jun 1, 2022 @ 15:06 PM

There are nearly 40 million MRI scans performed every year in the United States, making it a true workhorse of medical imaging systems.

Read More

Topics: MRI