Santa Fe Imaging’s new $2.2 million 3 Tesla MRI is the first in the New Mexico city and is already improving care for patients and providers, the Santa Fe New Mexican reported.
“You can’t really have a higher-quality MRI than what this is,” Kevin Lee, a radiologist at Santa Fe Imaging said in the report. “It just improves your confidence in whatever diagnosis you’re giving.”
The new machine also has a larger tube, making it a better experience for claustrophobic or larger patients, Lee said.
And patients no longer must make the hour drive to Albuquerque to access an MRI with similar capabilities.
A prostate scan, which once required an invasive rectal rod now can be done with a simple scan.
“Better experience overall for the patient and better diagnosing,” Lee said.
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Matt joined Chicago’s TriMed team in 2018 covering all areas of health imaging after two years reporting on the hospital field. He holds a bachelor’s in English from UIC, and enjoys a good cup of coffee and an interesting documentary.