Finding a Clinic

MRI Exam will find a clinic near you for any type of your diagnostic imaging needs. Need to book an MRI exam, as soon as possible? If you are willing to drive or fly, we will find a clinic as close as possible to you. For example, if you reside in the greater Vancouver area, we will make arrangements for you to have a MRI EXAM within 48 hours at our Fraser Valley MRI Clinic in Abbotsford, B.C.

If you are looking for BREAST MRI EXAM in Ontario or Quebec we will make arrangements for you to have a MRI EXAM at MRI PLUS in Gatineau, Quebec within 48 hours.

If you are claustrophobic or extra large, we have OPEN MRI CLINICS in Quebec, BC, NY and MO and we will make arrangements for you to have a MRI EXAM within 48 hours.

Preparing for your MRI exam?

Good News! No special preparation is needed. Eat and take any prescribed medication as usual, unless your doctor tells you otherwise.

One important thing to remember, though: MRI and metal do not mix. An MRI system has a powerful magnet inside, which is why you need to follow these guidelines:

• Tell your physician and the MRI staff if you have a pacemaker, prosthesis, surgical clips, metal implants, or any other metal objects in your body. Some implants, such as a pacemaker, may be affected by an MRI exam.
• Tell your physician and the MRI staff if you do work with metal finishing or grinding equipment. It is important that the eye area is free of any metallic particles.
• Leave metal or magnetized objects at home or give them to the MRI staff for safekeeping when you arrive for the exam. Items that might be affected by the magnet include watches, coins, keys, bobby pins or other hair clips, pocketknives, and credit cards.
• Avoid wearing eye makeup because metal flakes or slivers are found in some eye shadows.

If you are severely claustrophobic, please discuss this with your physician before coming for the MRI exam. Your physician may suggest a mild sedative. Open MRI's are here offering a great solution for you.

Finally, if you have additional questions or want more information before your exam, please don't hesitate to contact your physician or the staff of the MRI facility.

What to expect during your MRI exam?

The MRI exam itself is painless - you won't feel a thing. MRI Machines are a little noisy but you will be given earplugs to keep you comfortable.

As with any exam, the hardest part is to be patient. Just relax and remain still. The MRI staff will keep you informed every step of the way. Remember, they are there to assist you. Should you become uncomfortable, need help, or have questions at any point during your exam, just say so. There is a built-in intercom in the system so you can talk with the staff.

The length of your exam depends on the type of study your doctor has ordered. In most cases, MRI patients are done and on their way home well within an hour.

You will be given comfortable clothing to wear during the exam and your personal belongings will be safely locked in your own change room.

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