Pediatric Orthopedic Hospital Cuts MRI Wait from 2.5 Months to 2.5 Days with $24M Expansion

Luskin Orthopaedic Institute for Children expects a new 3T MRI to slash pediatric orthopedic wait times from 2.5 months to just 2.5 days, improving access to radiation-free imaging for over 60,000 annual visits.

• The new 3T Siemens MRI aims to provide CT-like detail without ionizing radiation, a key advantage for pediatric patients.
• The hospital, which partners with UCLA Health, serves over 60,000 visits annually; more than 80% of patients are underinsured, so the expansion targets equity in access.

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