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At Paradigm Health, we are committed to offering our patients the most advanced diagnostic technology available. That’s why our Slidell location is equipped with the SIGNA™ Voyager 1.5T wide bore MRI scanner—a state-of-the-art imaging system designed with both precision and patient comfort in mind.
Our Providers
Board Certified & Fellowship-Trained Radiologists
We offer Neurological imaging of the brain and spine, MR Angiography (MRA) of the brain and carotid arteries, and Orthopedic imaging of all joints and long bones. All imaging studies are interpreted by Board Certified and fellowshipped trained Radiologists. MRI results are generally received within 12 to 24 hours.
What is an MRI?
MRI is short for Magnetic Resonance Imaging. (If your doctor has sent you for an MRA [Magnetic Resonance Angiography], this is also a kind of MRI.) MRI is an advanced technology that lets your doctor see internal organs, blood vessels, muscles, joints, tumors, areas of infection, and more -- without x-rays, surgery, or pain. MRI is very safe; in fact, it makes use of natural forces and has no known harmful effects. It's important to know that MRI will not expose you to any radiation.
MRIs can provide very early detection of many conditions, so treatment can be more effective. The excellent quality of MRI images can also provide the best possible information if surgery is required. If there is an abnormality, MRI can show exactly where it is, its size, and whether or not it has spread.
The MRI machine creates a magnetic field, sends radio waves through your body, and then measures the response with a computer. This creates an image or picture of the inside of your body that is much clearer than can be obtained with most other methods.
What Sets the SIGNA™ Voyager Apart?
Wider Bore Opening: With a 70 cm opening, this system provides a more comfortable experience for claustrophobic patients and those with larger body types.
Quiet, Fast Scans: Engineered for reduced noise and faster scan times, helping you get in and out more quickly—without sacrificing image quality.
Exceptional Image Clarity: Advanced technology delivers high-resolution imaging, aiding in more accurate diagnosis and treatment planning.
Patient-Centered Design: The system features soft lighting, ventilation, and optional entertainment options to help ease anxiety during scans.
Whether your physician has ordered an MRI for joints, spine, brain, or soft tissue, you can feel confident knowing that your scan is powered by one of the most innovative MRI systems in the region.
Paradigm Health is proud to offer this advanced imaging capability at our Slidell location, ensuring seamless access to high-quality care without the need to travel far. Our expert imaging team is here to guide you through every step of your MRI experience—making it as smooth, safe, and stress-free as possible.POSSIBLE CONTRAINDICATIONS TO HAVING AN MRI EXAMINATION
Examples of items or things that may create a health hazard or other problem during an MRI exam include:
1. Pacemaker
2. Implantable cardioverter defibrillator (ICD)
3. Neurostimulator
4. Aneurysm clip
5. Metal implant
6. Implanted drug infusion device
7. Foreign metal objects, especially if in or near the eye
8. Shrapnel or bullet wounds
8. Permanent cosmetics or tattoos
9. Dentures/teeth with magnetic keepers
10. Other implants that involve magnets
11. Medication patch (i.e., trans-dermal patch) that contains metal foilCheck with your PHS Physician or the MRI technologist at the MRI center if you have questions or concerns about any implanted object or health condition that could impact the MRI procedure. This is particularly important if you have undergone surgery involving the brain, ear, eye, heart, or blood vessels.
Important Note: If you are pregnant or think that you could be pregnant, you must notify your physician and the MRI technologist at the MRI center prior to having the MRI procedure.
