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ScanLabMR Unveils Breakthrough MRI Simulation Upgrade Enabling Realistic Artifact Visualization
ORLANDO, Fla., Mar 12, 2026 —ScanLabMR, the global leader in MRI and CT simulation and education software, today announced a groundbreaking upgrade to its MRI simulator that introduces the industry’s first scientifically accurate visualization of key image artifacts...
ScanLab Launches Accurate SNR Calculator to Advance MRI Education and Protocol Optimization
ScanLabMR, the global leader in MRI and CT simulation and education software, today unveiled its newest innovation: the Signal-to-Noise Ratio (SNR) Calculator. This cutting-edge feature gives MRI technologists, radiologists, and educators a smarter, more reliable way...
What Are the Best CT Training Programs?
CT training refers to the educational programs, courses, clinical experience, software, and other tools used to educate aspiring and current CT technologists. With CT training, students can learn the fundamentals of this technology, practice their skills, and take...
What Is a Virtual CT Simulator?
Today, CT education comes in a variety of forms, with virtual CT simulators being one of the most valuable learning tools available for students, technologists, educators, and managers. Below, we’ll explain what you should know about a virtual CT simulator, including...
ScanLabMR Awarded Patent for System and Method of Medical Simulation
ORLANDO, Fla., Dec. 23, 2024 — Today, MRI and CT simulation software leader, ScanLabMR, announces the issuance of a patent for System and Method of Medical Simulation by the U.S. Patent Office. ScanLabMR’s recently won patent covers their software’s technology for...
MRI Scan Software to Practice and Test Skills
MRI scan software is a breakthrough in MRI education, helping students practice and test their skills in a virtual, risk-free setting. It’s also a useful tool for educators as it enables them to provide hands-on training and quantitative assessments. Hiring managers...
MRI Clinical Training Programs
In the world of magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) education, clinical training is well-established as an effective way for students and technologists to learn key concepts and sharpen their skills. If you're a student or tech looking for more hands-on experience or an...
What Are the Best Tools for Cardiac MRI Training?
Cardiac magnetic resonance imaging (also known as cardiac MRI or CMR) is a massively important part of modern healthcare. Not only does it help physicians understand a patient’s heart health and diagnose cardiac-related health problems, but it can also help predict...
MRI Tech Training for Students, Universities and Hospitals
In general, MRI tech training programs are designed to help students acquire the skills needed to work in the medical imaging industry. If you're searching for MRI tech training, you might be wondering which program is the best? The answer depends on who you are. MRI...
What to Expect from the Best Online MRI Training Programs
Whether you’re an established magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) professional or hoping to break into the field, online MRI training programs can help further your career. For technologists, these programs are excellent for ongoing education and cross-training, and for...
ScanLabCT Launches Virtual Patients Within Its CT Simulator Software
ORLANDO, Fla., Oct. 01 2024 — Today, MRI and CT simulation software leader, ScanLabMR, announced the release of virtual patients within its CT simulator software. The ScanLabCT virtual patient is a VR human with functional cardiovascular, respiratory, and digestive...
The Future of MRI Training is Virtual
To operate MRI equipment, it's important for students and technologists to complete MRI training, which covers topics such as safety, patient care, scanning procedures and protocol, and more. They may also dive into specialty topics, such as cardiac MRI training. ...
How Imaging Simulation Software Is Transforming MRI Education and Training
If you’re an radiology educator or manager, you’ve probably dealt with some of the difficulties that come along with traditional MRI and CT training. Perhaps you’ve struggled to find available clinic space for student practice sessions. Or maybe you’ve dedicated weeks...
Why MRI Simulation is the Next Big Thing for Training and Education
MRI education and training are undergoing an incredible transformation thanks to revolutionary new technology like MRI simulation software. With this cutting-edge tool, future Medical Imaging Technologists and Technicians can develop their skill set in a virtual...
MRI Cross-Training Tools and Tips
With staffing shortages still impacting the healthcare field, today’s forward-thinking radiology facilities are investing in MRI cross-training to help more of their existing staff members transition into careers as MRI technologists. So, what exactly is...
How To Hire the Best MRI Techs (and Avoid Hiring Mistakes)
Hiring, training, and retaining great MRI techs is no easy feat in today’s employment market. Not only is the entire healthcare field dealing with a workforce shortage, but leaders at radiology facilities often have to wear many hats, overseeing everything from...
MRI Staffing Solutions with MRI Simulation
If you’re responsible for hiring Medical Imaging Technologists and Technicians, you know what a challenging task that can be. Not only do you have to find qualified professionals with the right skills for the job, but you also have to get them up to speed on how...
Reducing Lag in ScanLab
Some ScanLab users have noticed a lag when prescribing and manipulating slices within the app. This fix will help adjust your google chrome settings so that you can have a better user experience within ScanLabMR and ScanLabCT. Here’s how. Addressing the ScanLAG PDF...
Get MRI Practice with Simulator Software
In the past, the only way to practice MRI skills was on an actual MRI machine. But thanks to advances in technology, today’s MRI students and professionals can use online software to develop their skills, participate in ongoing education, and advance their careers....
Advent Leverages ScanLab in Innovative Approach to Staffing Shortage
To address the nationwide CT technologist shortage and keep their facilities adequately staffed, Advent is leveraging ImagingU online didactic education and ScanLabCT simulation to give their radiology staff the opportunity to learn CT while on-the-job. By using...
ScanLabMR Launches New Individual Cohorts for MRI Students and Technologists
ORLANDO, Fla., Apr. 3, 2024 — Today, MRI and CT simulation software leader, ScanLabMR, announced the launch of two new individual cohorts to help MRI students and technologists improve their scanning skills, prepare for the MRI registry, or cross-train into an MRI...
ScanLabMR Featured in ASRT Scanner Magazine
ScanLabMR is pleased to announce that it was featured in ASRT Scanner, a news magazine published by the American Society of Radiologic Technologists (ASRT). While exhibiting at the Radiological Society of North America (RSNA), ScanLabMR was interviewed by the ASRT to...
ScanLabMR Introduces New Feature, UltraLab, to Help Students Master Important MRI Concepts and Parameter Manipulation
ORLANDO, Fla., Jan. 15, 2024 — Today, MRI simulation software leader, ScanLabMR, announced the release of UltraLab, a breakthrough software feature that combines two previously separated concepts: image contrast and spatial resolution, into one interface. The UltraLab...
Casa Loma College Gained $280,000 in Net Revenue Utilizing ScanLabMR
In the first year of implementing ScanLabMR, Casa Loma College, a prestigious Los Angeles-based healthcare education institution, witnessed a remarkable transformation in their MRI Technologist program. ScanLabMR not only empowered students to excel in clinical...
Akumin & Alliance Healthcare Recovers Nearly $900k in Revenue by Reducing MRI Tech Cross-Training Duration with ScanLabMR
With ScanLabMR, Akumin & Alliance Healthcare Services streamlined their cross-training program, slashing training duration by 49%. This efficiency translated into significant cost savings, reducing the training cost per trainee by $34,506. In addition, adding a...
ScanLabMR Attending and Exhibiting at AHRA 2023 Annual Meeting in Indianapolis from July 9th – July 12th
ScanLabMR is excited to have an exhibit space at this year's AHRA Annual Meeting at the Indiana Convention Center in Indianapolis from July 9th - July 12th 2023. Stop by booth 432 to learn more about the first ever MRI simulator that quantifies and assesses clinical...
ARMRIT Accepts ScanLabMR Simulator Studies as Part of Required Clinical Hours for MRI Technologist Certification
ORLANDO, Fla., Oct. 20, 2022 -- Today, MRI simulation software leader, ScanLabMR, announced that its simulator studies will now be accepted as part of the required hours for students pursuing their MRI Technologist Certification from the American Registry of Magnetic...
What is an MRI Simulator?
Effective MRI is crucial to accurate medical diagnosis – which is why proper training of Medical Imaging Technologists and Technicians is incredibly important. Fortunately, MRI simulator software has proven to be an effective and efficient solution for education and...