For rural hospitals, accessibility isn’t just about location—it’s about having the right technology available close to home. At Artesia General Hospital, outdated MRI equipment meant many patients were forced to travel hours away for exams their community facility couldn’t perform.
With help from Brown’s Medical Imaging, Artesia invested in the Echelon Synergy MRI from Fujifilm—a system designed to meet patient needs with advanced features, a wider bore, and AI-driven efficiency.
The hospital’s previous small-bore MRI created challenges for patients with claustrophobia, mobility limitations, or implants that required updated technology. Many were referred outside of Artesia, adding time, cost, and stress.
As one leader shared:
“A lot of our patients were having to go outside of Artesia because of the exams they needed. The need for updated MRI was huge.”
The Echelon Synergy MRI addressed every one of Artesia’s challenges, while providing cutting-edge features tailored to patient comfort and clinical performance:
70 cm wide bore reduces claustrophobia and improves accessibility
AI-assisted scan technology for faster scans without compromising image quality
High-resolution imaging that improves diagnostic confidence
Advanced implant compatibility to accommodate more patients safely
These innovations allow the hospital to keep more patients in their own community for care.
With faster scans, Artesia can now handle higher patient volumes while reducing stress on patients who may have struggled with older systems. Claustrophobic patients feel more comfortable in the wider bore, while providers benefit from clearer images and fewer reschedules.
“We needed faster scans, a wider bore, and higher technology. The Echelon Synergy met all the needs for our rural community.”
For Artesia, the technology mattered—but so did the partnership. Brown’s Medical Imaging ensured that the hospital received the right system, backed by responsive support and clear communication every step of the way.
“Brown’s Imaging pretty much provided exactly what we needed. Their communication is great.”
With the Echelon Synergy MRI, Artesia General no longer needs to send patients three hours away for essential exams. Patients now receive advanced care where they live, strengthening the bond between the hospital and its community.
