Driving Sustainability in MRI

Every day, MRI plays a fundamental role in diagnosis, and supports clinicians across the world in caring for their patients. Yet, MRI systems remain among the most energy-demanding equipment in radiology departments. Moreover, most MRI systems currently consume helium, a rare element on our planet, as a cooling method for their superconducting magnets. Therefore, it is essential to help reduce the ecological footprint of a MRI and contribute to a more sustainable future in healthcare.

Understanding the need for change, Siemens Healthineers introduced the concept of “Sustainability in MRI” at the recent Ho Chi Minh Congress of Radiology, in Da Nang. Understanding the need for change, Siemens Healthineers introduced the concept of “Sustainability in MRI” at the recent Ho Chi Minh Congress of Radiology, in Da Nang. This event was attended by representatives from the Vietnamese Society of Radiology and Nuclear Medicine, experts and Key Opinion Leaders (KOLs), and participants at the congress.

The concepts introduced at the congress centered on key messages about sustainability in MRI, which were also conveyed through our booth exhibit, which included:

• Innovating for energy efficiency
• Minimizing the use of Helium as a cooling method
• "Reduce, Reuse, Recycle" to foster a circular economy

Siemens Healthineers’ involvement in the Ho Chi Minh Congress of Radiology not only highlighted our commitment to advancing healthcare technologies, but also our shared responsibility in minimizing the impact on our planet.