MAGNETIC RESONANCE IMAGING (MRI SCAN) IN GRANTSBURG
Burnett Medical Center Diagnostic Imaging department accepts orders from providers at our facility or outside providers and specialists. We provide fully digital, state-of-the-art imaging services for your diagnosis and treatment. Magnetic Resonance Imaging, most commonly referred to as an MRI, is one of those services offered at BMC.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
An MRI is a test where a magnetic field and computers are used to generate detailed images of internal body structures. MRI machines can also create 3D images of the body, allowing for views from many different angles. BMC medical specialists in Grantsburg utilize MRI scans as a noninvasive tool to examine patients' anatomy. Our MRI machine produces high-quality images of the inside of the body that help our radiologists and doctors diagnose and treat our patients.
Our diagnosticians in Grantsburg use full-body MRI scans to examine many different parts of the body and are specifically useful for diagnosing the brain and nervous system. MRIs are also utilized to monitor:
- The heart and blood vessels
- Bones and joints
- Breasts
- Liver
- Kidneys
- Pancreas
MRI utilizes magnetic fields and computers to create diagnostic images. Because the MRI machine uses magnets, you may not be able to be scanned if you have any metal in your body, including a pacemaker, cochlear implants or metal pins, screws or plates that have been placed in the last 6 months. You should notify us when scheduling your appointment if you have any tattoos or permanent makeup, as some darker pigments contain metal that could affect your MRl.
When you arrive at Burnett Medical Center in Grantsburg, your MRI scan will be conducted in a quiet, private room during your scheduled appointment. The machine can be recognized as a large tube with openings on both ends. You will be asked to lie down on a moveable table that will slide into the opening of the tube. Your BMC technologist will monitor you from another room while communicating with you over the speaker. The scan can last 30 minutes to over an hour. You will not see any parts of the MRI machine moving around you as the scan is conducted, with only the sound of a subtle tapping or thumping. The machine can feel confining, if you have a history of claustrophobia, speak with your medical provider about meditation that can help during your scan.
Preparing for your MRI is fairly simple. You are free to eat normally and continue taking your normal medications ahead of time unless otherwise instructed. Once you are brought into your room, you may be asked to change into a hospital gown and remove all items that may affect the magnetic imaging, including jewelry, glasses, hearing aids, underwire bras, and any makeup that may contain trace amounts of metal.
Read More From Our Blog
- All
- Adult Day Services
- BMC Foundation News
- BMC Providers
- Clinic
- Continuing Care Center
- Continuing Care Center
- Diagnostic Imaging
- Direct Access Testing
- Emergency Department
- ENT
- Family Practice
- General News
- General Surgery
- Healthcare
- Hospice Services
- News & Updates
- Ophthalmology
- Orthopedics
- Patient Testimonials
- Pediatric Care
- Seasonal Healthcare
- Specialty Services
- Sport Physicals
- Tobacco Cessation Program
- Uncategorized
- Well-Child Exams
- Women's Health
Cervical Cancer – What You Need to Know
January is National Cervical Health Awareness month. Did you know each year, over 14,000 women in the United States are diagnosed with cervical cancer? While that number may be high, one of the leading causes of cervical cancer is preventable. Human papillomavirus (HPV) is a major cause of cervical cancer and may also lead to…
Holiday Cheers to Heart Health
The holiday season is short and sweet – but oftentimes stressful, especially for your heart health. According to the American Heart Association, cardiac death is almost 5% higher during the holidays. More food + more alcohol, less sleep + more stress = heart health overload. Not only that, people often delay care during the holidays.…
Quit for Good
Breathe Better with a Tobacco Cessation Program at Burnett Medical Center We all know the statistics but just in case you needed to hear it again: yes, smoking causes lung cancer. In fact, according to www.CDC.org, people who smoke cigarettes are 15 to 30 times more likely to get lung cancer or die from lung…
What is ENT?
ENT stands for Ears, Nose and Throat, and is believed to be one of the oldest medical specialties in the U.S. ENT doctors, also referred to as an otolaryngologist, are trained in the medical and surgical management and treatment of patients with diseases and disorders of the ear, nose, throat, and related structures of the…
Go With Your Gut…
While scheduling your colonoscopy is one of those dreaded tasks on the to-do list, it’s one of the most important. Colon cancer is very common, and it can affect anyone. The good news is, it is treatable when caught early! What is a Colonoscopy? A colonoscopy is a medical procedure performed by a surgeon to…
Radiology and Imaging
The x-ray changed the medical field forever. The ability to see inside the body has made Diagnostic Imaging crucial to modern medical care. With the variety of imaging services available at BMC, we can diagnose and treat a wide range of medical needs. What is Diagnostic Imaging? Diagnostic Imaging is the term used to define…
BMC’s COVID Updates
On December 17, 2020, BMC received its first supply of the Pfizer COVID-19 vaccine. It was delivered for distribution to frontline healthcare workers and to BMC’s Continuing Care Center residents. Those doses were all administered, in a timely fashion, to our hospital staff and Continuing Care Center residents within 48 hours. BMC received its second…
Burnett Medical Center Celebrates 90th Anniversary and National Rural Health Day
Back in 1930, the first hospital in Grantsburg opened on November 19th. The cost was $25,700. Forty-seven residents purchased initial shares in the corporation. Two physicians and one surgeon were on the medical staff. Fast-forward to today and Burnett Medical Center is not just a hospital but also a long-term care facility and family practice…
New Signage Installed at Burnett Medical Center
Burnett Medical Center is pleased to announce the completion of the next phase of its brand identity transition. These changes come at a time when Burnett Medical Center is working diligently to evolve the patient and employee experience. As previously mentioned, the transition to the new logo would occur over the next several months.…