Baptist Health Paducah adds digital 3OT MRI

Baptist Health Paducah patients and physicians now have access to the first-ever digital broadband magnetic resonance imaging system.

Baptist Health Paducah patients and physicians now have access to the first-ever digital broadband magnetic resonance imaging system.

The Ingenia 3.0T MRI was designed by Philips Healthcare to quickly perform high-quality MRI scans with a high level of patient comfort.  MRI scanners come in different magnet field strengths measured in teslas or “T.” A 3.0T MRI is the newest and most powerful technology.

It can significantly reduce exam time and has a wide opening to accommodate patients of varying size, age and physical condition. In fact, most scans can be performed with the patient’s head entirely out of the opening, creating a better patient experience.

The MRI incorporates a number of breakthrough technologies designed to deliver exceptional image clarity. It quickly provides radiologists and physicians with precise, detailed images needed to help confidently diagnose many different problems, including those in the brain and spine, cardiovascular system, and within the abdomen and pelvis.

“The quality is excellent and it’s faster than the previously available technology,” said radiologist Eric Shields, MD.  “We can perform recommended routine exams of the brain, spine, knee, ankle and liver in less time, with superb image quality. Some scans can be done in as little as eight minutes. It gives our radiologists and referring physicians access to the high-quality images they need to make informed diagnoses.”

Baptist Health Paducah President Chris Roty said the MRI allows patients in our region who need this technology to stay close to home for their exams. “Patients will experience fast, comfortable exams and fewer re-scans,” Roty said. “This new technology is a win-win for our clinicians and our patients.”