North Fort Myers

What do I need to know before getting a North Fort Myers MRI?

  • An MRI usually takes anywhere between 15 to 45 minutes, depending on the area of the body.
  • Be sure to speak with your doctor before the MRI scan about any potential concerns you may have. An MRI may not be for everyone, especially if you have a pacemaker.
  • You will need to bring your prescription from the doctor, driver’s license, and insurance card.
  • You can drive after the scan as there are no side effects unless you have taken a sedative. If you take one, it is best to be sure you can drive afterward.
  • While some exams have food or drink restrictions beforehand, there is NO food or drink restrictions before your MRI scan.

What is an MRI?

An MRI is a simple and pain-free way to diagnose disease or injury, even in the earliest of stages. The doctor often orders patients to have an MRI when they are unable to diagnose an injury or illness from the outside of the body and need to get a closer look at what is going on from the inside. MRI scans help doctors determine the best treatment path for their patients.

Magnetic Resonance Imaging, also known as an “MRI,” is an imaging procedure used by physicians to take a look inside the human body to obtain diagnostic data. MRI combines the powerful magnetic fields with radio waves to create computer-generated images of soft tissue in the body. MRI procedures are beneficial in lowering the need for additional diagnostic procedures or invasive surgeries that may have associated complications.

An MRI is an entirely non-invasive scan that is incredibly minimal risk. MRI’s do not use any radiation: instead, it uses a large magnet, radio waves, and a complex computer system to take detailed internal images of the patient’s body.

Our trusted imaging facility team at Tesla MRI has years of experience and will make sure you are comfortable and prepared for your North Fort Myers MRI scan. We are honored to offer state-of-the-art MRI facilities and services to our patients and will do everything we can to help you on the road to recovery. To get started with your exam, schedule an appointment by calling our offices today.

(833) TESLA-MRI