Capio in Hellerup gets 2 new MRI scanners!
It's great to announce that we at Capio Hellerup are upgrading our imaging and investing in 2 new MRI scanners!
This is a super exciting project that we at Capio have been looking forward to. The project involves replacing our 2 current MRI scanners with 2 new 1.5 Tesla Philips MRI scanners. These scanners are of the latest technology and will ensure an even better customer experience as they add the following value:
- Shorter scan times.
- 70 cm opening = Increased spaciousness and better patient experience, especially for patients with claustrophobia.
- Scans of the highest image quality.
- Ability to scan several different types of surveys:
- Full-body scans.
- Scanning of internal organs, including bile ducts.
- Bowel examinations, including for small bowel passage and upper and lower abdomen.
- Specialized sequences such as 3D and Angio enable better assessment of cartilage injuries and vascular examinations.
- Increased capacity so we can offer even more appointments.
Therefore, when the new scanners are finally in place, we should be even better prepared to welcome our patients!
Plan for replacement of MRI scanners in Hellerup
We have already started preparing and cleaning up for the replacement of the first MRI scanner these days. For the next few months, the plan is as follows:
- Wednesday, November 4: Last patient in MRI scanner 2.
- Saturday, November 7: Existing MRI scanner 2 is hoisted out by crane and removed.
- Saturday, November 14: New MRI scanner 2 is hoisted in and the facade is reassembled from the lift.
- Wednesday, November 25: Last patient in MRI scanner 1.
- Saturday, November 28: Existing MRI scanner 1 is hoisted out by crane and removed.
- Tuesday, December 15: New MRI scanner 1 is hoisted in and facade reassembled from lift.
Please note that the waiting room will be redesigned so that patients will not be sent down to the MRI department, but will instead be seated at the reception desk or in areas where space has been made for them.
Please note that the above plan may change during the process. We will continue to manage the logistics to ensure patient safety.
Please note the following:
- Our mobile MRI scanner is running during the entire process.
- We have extended opening hours on all active scanners from 7am to 11pm every day of the week.
- We expect to be able to scan again on MRI Scanner 2 after November 30th.
- We expect to be able to scan again on MRI scanner 1 after December 30th.
- We strive to ensure that waiting times do not increase. However, between November 25th and December 30th, we will have reduced capacity on our MRI scanners in Hellerup, resulting in increased pressure on MRI appointments.
We look forward to the final result when we can warmly welcome our patients to our brand new scanners!
