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

  • 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.

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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]