UTHealth Houston MRI Center
3T MRI CENTER
6431 FANNIN ST, STE G-605 HOUSTON, TX 77030
Direct: 713-500-6916 | Fax: 713-500-0698
About the 3T MRI Center
Located on the ground floor of McGovern Medical School, the 3T MRI Center at UTHealth Houston features a cutting-edge uPMR 790. The facility supports both clinical and research imaging, offering advanced imaging capabilities not commonly available at standard imaging centers.
The scanner is maintained by an ABR-certified physicist with over 35 years of MRI experience and operated by a board-certified technologist with more than 20 years in both clinical and research imaging. The scanner is ACR-certified, ensuring the highest standards in image quality and safety.
Leadership
Director: Dr. Michael A. Jacobs, PhD
📞 713-500-7677 | ✉️ [email protected]
Scheduling Scans
To schedule an MRI scan, please contact: Kurt Simon
📞 713-500-6916 or 713-500-6914
✉️ [email protected]
Research Scans
- A chart string is required for all research scans.
- Pricing is determined by the type of grant.
- For more information, contact: Vips Patel
📞 713-500-6915 | ✉️ [email protected]
Clinical Scans
- Physician-ordered diagnostic scans will be verified with insurance.
- Patients will be contacted regarding scheduling and payment details.
Ordering Instructions
Please fax a completed work order to 713-500-0698. Include the following:
- Body part(s) to be scanned
- Diagnosis code (ICD-10 and description)
- Referring physician’s full name, address, phone, and fax
- Physician’s NPI number
- Current clinic notes
- Patient’s insurance information
- Best contact number for the patient
MRI Center address: 6431 Fannin St, Suite G-605 Houston, TX 77030
Contact Us
For general inquiries: 📞 713-500-6916
For management assistance: Vips Patel – MRI Tech & Facility Manager
📞 713-500-6915 | ✉️ [email protected]
We look forward to collaborating with your team and providing exceptional care to your patients.
MRI Center Team Contacts
- Dr. Michael A. Jacobs, PhD – Director
📞 713-500-7677 | ✉️ [email protected] - Vips Patel – MRI Technologist & Facility Manager
📞 713-500-6915 | ✉️ [email protected] - Kurt Simon – Administrative Assistant / Patient Services
📞 713-500-6916 | ✉️ [email protected] - Aji Mavumkal – Nuclear Medicine Technologist
📞 713-500-6912 | ✉️ [email protected]