St. John Medical Center MRI Replacement

This comprehensive MRI replacement modernized imaging services at PeaceHealth’s Longview, Washington facility. The 1,900-square-foot renovation included construction of a mobile MRI pad for uninterrupted care, installation of a new MRI unit, and relocation of the DEXA room and equipment. To ensure continuous hospital operations, this project was carefully phased starting with a mobile MRI setup before decommissioning the existing unit. Renovations expanded the MRI suite, reconfigured HVAC systems and added copper shielding for magnetic field containment. The 8,000-pound MRI was transported through the hospital with meticulous planning, including fire safety measures and infection control protocols. Pence collaborated with vendors and state agencies to meet regulations while minimizing disruptions. PeaceHealth’s upgraded MRI suite enhanced its diagnostic capabilities and improved patient care to better serve the Longview community.