What is MRI?

What is MRI?

MRI is the chosen procedure for diagnosing a large number of potential problems or abnormal conditions in many different parts of the body.  An MRI creates images that can help show difference between health and unhealthy tissues.  Unlike many of the forms of Medical Imaging, an MRI uses powerful magnets to produce images instead of Radiation. Physicians all over the world use MRI’s to examine part of the body such as the brain, spine, joints, knee, shoulder, hip, wrist, ankle, abdomen, pelvis, breast, and heart.  

Here at Radiology Associates of Albuquerque, High Resolution, and Albuquerque Imaging Center we have a total of 4 MRI’s available for our patients.  One of our MRI’s is a wide open MRI which makes the experience much more comfortable for those patients who are very claustrophobic.  We also have a Wide Bore MRI that is 70cm wider than the traditional MRI which also helps with comfort for our patients.  To learn more about our facility and services please visit our website at www.raaonline.com.

High Resolution Mammograms

Here at High Resolution we provide exceptional care in a beautiful relaxing environment to get your Mammogram done.

Women over 40 do not need a referral

It is recommended that women over the age of 40 receive a yearly mammogram to continue breast health.  Insurance companies will cover the total cost of a yearly mammogram if you are a woman over 40 and it has been at least 365 days since you’re last exam.  Mammograms are one of the few exams where you can self refer for an exam and still have insurances cover the cost.  For most exams you would need a doctor’s referral for insurances to authorize payment but that is not the case for Mammograms.

Specialized Radiologist

Here at High Resolution women’s imaging every one of our radiologists at specializes in breast imaging and is dedicated to only breast imaging. Our radiologists will work hand in hand with you and your health care provider to ensure all essential medical needs are addressed. 

Complementary Services

High Resolution has a vast amount of complimentary services which include screening and diagnostic mammograms, breast ultrasound, stereotactic biopsy, breast MRI, and DEXA scanning.  Incorporated into this comprehensive approach, there is an option to be evaluated on-site and seek consultation from specialized breast surgeons should further assessment be required.  

For those patients with accepted insurances, High Resolution, in conjunction with The Cancer Center of Presbyterian, streamlined and integrated health care for the treatment of breast cancer. 

Mobile Mammogram Service with Mammo Van

High Resolution also provides mobile digital screening mammograms to Albuquerque and its surrounding communities with our MammoVan.  The Mammovan offers on-site screening mammograms in a convenient and comfortable environment with barely any interruption to your work day. If you wish to schedule a mammogram at our facility or on the MammoVan you may call our centralized scheduling number at 505-332-6967. 

If you would like more information and want to find out when the MammoVan will be near you please visit our Mammo Van Web Page for schedule.

You can see more information about mammograms on our mammogram web page.