MRI represents the state of the
art in medical diagnostic imaging.
MRI provides detailed internal
images of your body without any
exposure to ionizing radiation. MRI
can allow accurate diagnosis of
medical conditions without the need
for diagnostic surgical procedures
or biopsies.
Strong magnetic fields and radio
waves combine to produce signals
from hydrogen atoms in the body.
These signals are processed into
images by the MRI system.
Not at West Coast MRI. Our MRI
system is open on all sides,
providing unobstructed views of the
relaxing MRI room environment. The
experience is completely different
than the narrow tunnel-like systems
at other facilities.
Usually not. Before the exam,
clinic staff will ask you a few
safety questions.
It’s simple and painless. The
patient lies on a scan table which
is open on all 4 sides. Friends or
family members can accompany you.
You can communicate with the
technologist at all times.
You can go back to your normal
activities right away. The
examination is reported by one of
our specially trained, MRI certified
expert radiologists, and report
copies are sent to your doctor.
Routine exams cost $699. For
contrast injections or multiple body
part exams, please contact us for
pricing. We accept Visa, Mastercard,
debit, certified cheques or cash.
MRI examinations are not covered by
the Medical Services Plan of British
Columbia.
