Diagnostic MRI Communication
What If Every Patient Could Be Heard?
EERS explores a new future for diagnostic MRI, one where clinicians and patients can communicate clearly inside the scanner.
Communication Is Limited in Diagnostic MRI
During diagnostic MRI scans, patients are often isolated inside the scanner with minimal ability to communicate with technologists.
Instructions may be difficult to hear, and patients may struggle to respond clearly when they are uncomfortable or anxious.
This communication gap can lead to:
• increased patient anxiety
• repeated scans due to movement
• longer scan times
• reliance on sedation for pediatric patients
Improving communication inside the scanner could significantly improve the patient experience.
Improving the MRI Experience
Clear communication inside the MRI bore has the potential to transform the patient experience during diagnostic scans.
Patients who can clearly hear and respond to technologists are more comfortable and confident during the imaging process.
Better communication may help reduce anxiety, improve scan quality, and reduce the need for sedation in certain cases.
Potential Applications for Diagnostic MRI
EERS opens the door to several emerging applications in diagnostic MRI environments.
Sedation Reduction in Pediatric Imaging
Improved communication between patients and caregivers may help reduce the need for sedation during pediatric MRI scans.
Caregiver Presence Model
Family members could communicate with patients through the system, providing reassurance during scans.
Task-Based Imaging
Clear communication can support brain mapping procedures where patients must follow instructions during imaging.
Advanced Patient Monitoring
Future capabilities may include biometric feedback, hearing assistance, or therapeutic audio applications.
The Largest MRI Market
Diagnostic MRI represents the largest segment of the MRI imaging ecosystem.
With more than 100 million scans performed annually, even small improvements in workflow efficiency or patient experience could have significant impact.
As imaging centers look for ways to improve patient satisfaction and reduce scan interruptions, reliable communication inside the MRI bore becomes increasingly valuable.
Exploring the Future of MRI Communication
EERS is working with clinical partners and research institutions to explore how improved communication inside MRI environments can support new clinical workflows and improve patient outcomes.
Research initiatives are exploring potential applications such as sedation reduction and enhanced patient interaction during imaging.
A Platform for MRI Communication
EERS is building a communication platform designed for the unique acoustic challenges of MRI environments.
By capturing voice directly from inside the ear canal and filtering scanner noise, the technology enables clear communication even during active scanning.
While current applications focus on interventional and remote MRI workflows, diagnostic MRI represents an important future opportunity for the platform.
Be Part of the Future of MRI Communication
Learn how EERS is exploring new possibilities for communication inside diagnostic MRI environments.