From single-scanner clinics to university hospitals, radiology leaders around the globe face the same challenge: keeping up with rising patient demand while managing costs.
MRI volumes are climbing. Scanner hours and budgets? Not so much.
- Under pressure to do more with less, decision-makers are reaching a conclusion that was unthinkable just a few years ago: AI-powered MRI is no longer a novelty – it’s a necessity.
No matter the size or scale of the operation, diagnostic imaging providers face a familiar set of challenges:
- High capital costs – New scanners cost seven figures, and upgrades run hundreds of thousands.
- Limited capacity – Most sites can’t easily add scanners, staff, or hours to meet demand.
- Rising demand – MRI volume continues to grow as chronic conditions rise and preventive care gains traction.
- Patient expectations – Long, uncomfortable exams frustrate patients who may look elsewhere.
AI offers a path forward, helping imaging teams handle more studies without compromising diagnostic standards.
AIRS Medical built SwiftMR, AI-powered MRI reconstruction software, to meet today’s imaging challenges. Hospitals and clinics in over 35 countries use SwiftMR to:
- Reduce scan times by up to 50% compared to standard protocols.
- Deliver sharper images radiologists can trust.
- Enhance the patient experience with shorter exams and fewer motion-related rescans.
SwiftMR is vendor-neutral, compatible with all MRI makes, models, and field strengths.
FDA-cleared, MDR-certified, and clinically validated, SwiftMR is trusted by over 300 imaging providers in the U.S. and over 1,000 globally, including:
- 3T Radiology & Research (U.S.) – Generated $102,000 in revenue in one month; achieved positive ROI in just two.
- Invision Sally Jobe (U.S.) – Accelerated scan times by 40% across three scanners, avoiding major capital expenditures.
- Hospital Ortopédico (Brazil) – Cut appointment times in half on its 0.35T MRI, increasing daily patient throughput.
These outcomes show that AI-powered MRI delivers tangible operational, clinical, and financial benefits across site types and geographies.
The Takeaway
Radiology leaders are relying on SwiftMR to transform how they deliver care. From enterprise networks to single-scanner clinics, imaging teams are unlocking new levels of efficiency and patient care.
