Richard J. Hicks

Richard J. Hicks, MD, Chief, MRI
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Richard J. Hicks, MD - Chief

This means less invasive diagnostic tests for people with vascular insufficiency in their legs," says Richard J. Hicks, M.D., director of Magnetic Resonance Imaging at Baystate Medical Center.
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"We now have two shifts, with patients being scheduled to come in as late as 11 pm," says Dr. Hicks."Many people would prefer to come in later, rather than to have their MRI performed in a traditional, enclosed unit."Unlike traditional MRI units, the Open Air, MRI unit is open on all four sides, allowing imaging of larger patients and reducing anxiety for claustrophobic patients.

Some patients may even choose to have a family member or friend sit and hold their hand during the test."The traditional MRI units often cause some anxiety even for patients who are not usually claustrophobic," says Dr. Hicks.