Open MRI

Weiss Medical Associates is proud to announce the addition of a Hitachi AIRIS II Open MRI to our Eagle facility. Unlike other MRI machines, our MRI is open on all four sides—easing the anxiety and claustrophobia some patients experience in traditional “tube” type MRIs.

Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) is a method used by physicians to look inside the human body and obtain anatomical and functional diagnostic information. MRI differs from other diagnostic imaging techniques (such as CT scan or X-ray) in that it can provide highly detailed images of the internal body using harmless magnetic fields and radio waves, instead of radiation or radioactive substances. MRI is a convenient and safe, non-invasive procedure, with no known side or after effects.

With incredible accuracy, MRI can detect many abnormalities which CT and X-rays cannot, especially those involving soft tissue. In fact, MRI can reduce the need for biopsies, exploratory surgery, and other diagnostic procedures which carry associated risk.

MRI is also versatile, with the ability to image most parts of the body for effective clinical evaluation of:

Our advanced MRI uses a powerful magnet that enables pictures of the inner body to be clearer and more detailed, allowing doctors to diagnose medical conditions earlier and more accurately.

 Weiss Open MRI is one of the only facilities in the Vail Valley that offers DynaWell compression MRI studies to its patients.  The DynaWell system is gently used to apply pressure to the Lumbar spinal canal to simulate what it looks and feels like when a patient is standing.  If your pain only occurs when you are standing, images that are acquired while lying down, might not be that accurate.  Some pathologic features might only be visualized while body weight rests on the spine.  The DyanWell images result in a more specific and valid diagnosis of spinal diseases.

Weiss Medical Associates’ Open MRI on the Eagle/Gypsum border provides an unsurpassed level of patient care. Our facility is open seven days a week with flexible scheduling, allowing for exams to be coordinated before and after regular working hours. Most insurances and worker’s compensation are accepted, and flexible payment plans and discounted rates are available.

MRI appointments are available to all patients—Scans are available for all body parts (does not have to be neurology-related), and you do not have to be under the care of Dr. Weiss. Neurologic scans are read by Dr. Weiss in-house, while all other reports are sent to Boulder Radiology where a team of radiologists provide quick and accurate reports.

For more information on Weiss Medical Associates’ Open MRI, please see the MRI Preparation Sheet for Patients.