
Imaging Associates is one of Alaska’s leading radiology service providers, with state-of-the-art imaging centers in Anchorage, Mat-Su Valley, and Eagle River. Recently, the company introduced the first and only high-field open MRI to Eagle River Medical Plaza, setting new standards for medical imaging. This advancement is intended to improve patient care and comfort while improving diagnostic accuracy.
The Benefits of the New MRI System at Imaging Associates at Eagle River
Imaging Associates at Eagle River now offers a new high-field open MRI, providing superior image quality and reduced scan times to deliver faster, more accurate patient diagnoses.
Another important aspect of the new MRI in Eagle River is accessibility. The machine’s open design benefits claustrophobic, anxious, and larger patients to ensure a better experience overall.
Imaging Associates states that Eagle River’s high-field open MRI has “improved access to top-tier medical imaging, reducing the need for travel outside the community” so that every patient receives “the highest standard of diagnostic radiology in a welcoming and warm environment.”
Other Imaging Tech at Imaging Associates

Imaging Associates’ centers also offer several advanced diagnostic imaging services.
Whether a patient requires:
- Breast imaging
- DEXA (bone density scanning)
- Positron Emission Tomography/Computed Tomography (PET/CT)
- Ultrasound
- X-ray
- Computed Tomography
- Fluoroscopy
Centers like Eagle River Medical Plaza are prepared to meet their needs.
Imaging Associates employs experts in X-ray to ensure quality scans and an ideal patient experience throughout the imaging process. Above all, the company strives to “offer the best-in-class technology, unmatched guest services and patient services,” to provide “the best diagnostic imaging in the Northwest United States.”
Imaging Associates at Eagle River Offers A Spa-Like Atmosphere for Patient Care
Imaging Associates’ centers are acknowledged for their unique approach to patient care. They offer a spa-like atmosphere as opposed to the sterile feel of other centers. This prioritizes the patient’s comfort and well-being, reducing anxiety and enhancing the overall experience.
“From the moment you arrive,” Imaging Associates states, “our friendly staff welcomes you into a setting that feels more like a spa than a traditional medical facility.”
Awards and Recognitions
Imaging Associates has received several awards and recognitions for its commitment to quality and customer service.
The company has received a “Best in Class” award for exceptional service quality. Imaging Associates is proud to be a Comprehensive Breast Imaging Center (CBIC), formerly known as a Breast Imaging Center of Excellence (BICOE). This designation, awarded by the American College of Radiology, recognizes facilities that demonstrate the highest standards in breast imaging quality, safety and patient care. It signifies that Imaging Associates has gone beyond basic requirements to achieve excellence across a wide range of breast imaging services. In addition, Imaging Associates is SOC 2 Type 2 Certified, demonstrating a commitment to data security and privacy.
Plans to Provide Local MRI Centers for Better Healthcare
Imaging Associates intends to continue leading the diagnostic imaging field in Alaska and the Northwestern United States. They plan to invest in AI-driven diagnostics and next-generation MRI systems, refine the spa-like atmosphere in their clinics, and bridge healthcare gaps in remote Alaskan regions.
Ultimately, Imaging Associates states that the company’s goal is “redefining what it means to be an exceptional imaging center: delivering advanced diagnostics, leading research, and unparalleled patient care—every time, for every patient.”
*Images sourced from Imaging Associates
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