::: AHI - Imaging Equipment: West Cobb :::

Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) uses a magnetic field and radio waves (no radiation) to create an image of many parts of the body, especially the brain, spine, and joints.

West Cobb Health Imaging utilizes the Siemens Harmony 1.0 Short Bore MRI, which represent the highest advances in MRI technology, including the most recent sophisticated diagnostic software upgrades. By utilizing these latest software upgrades, West Cobb Health Imaging is able to provide the most precise image quality and clinical performance in performing your exam. The results are your physician will have the quailty images required to make the very best diagnosis of your particular health issue. To add further comfort, you may have a family member or friend sit in the room with you.

A typical exam will last between 30 and 60 minutes and requires no special preparation. You should eat normally and follow the normal dosage of your prescribed medications unless your doctor gives instructions to do otherwise. For more information about your MRI procedure, see the Exam Preparation, What to Expect, and Frequently Asked Questions pages.