Animas Surgical Hospital celebrates the completion of a four-year project bringing advanced MRI technology to Durango.
Four years in the making, Animas Surgical Hospital’s new MRI suite is officially open.
The hospital celebrated the completion of the $2 million project with a ribbon-cutting ceremony, marking a significant investment in diagnostic imaging and the patient experience for Durango and the surrounding Four Corners region.
At the center of the new suite is the GE SIGNA Artist 1.5T MRI, a system that combines advanced imaging capabilities with features designed to make exams more comfortable and efficient.
Better Imaging. Better Experience.
For patients, an MRI is often an important step toward understanding an injury, diagnosing a condition, or determining the next steps in treatment.
The new system offers several advantages:
- Clearer images: Advanced AIR Recon DL technology helps produce detailed images to support accurate diagnosis.
- Wider opening: A 70 cm wide-bore design provides a more comfortable experience, particularly for patients who find traditional MRI scanners restrictive.
- Shorter exams: Advanced imaging technology can reduce scan times for certain types of exams.
- Expanded capabilities: The system supports orthopedic, spine, neurological, and body imaging.
Four Years of Planning. One Shared Goal.
Bringing the new MRI suite to life required years of planning, coordination, and collaboration across multiple teams.
The $2 million investment reflects Animas Surgical Hospital’s commitment to expanding access to advanced medical technology while maintaining the personalized, collaborative care that patients expect.
For patients and referring providers, having advanced diagnostic imaging available locally means greater access to the information needed to make informed treatment decisions, without having to travel farther from home.
The ribbon-cutting celebration recognized the many people who contributed to the project and the important role this technology will play in caring for the community for years to come.
Scheduling an MRI
Patients can ask their healthcare provider to send an MRI referral to Animas Surgical Hospital.
For scheduling questions, contact Radiology Scheduling at 970-385-2361.
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