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Research MRI Service

Unlocking secrets to the human condition one scan at a time.

Siemens #T MRI Unit

Contact Us

Contact the Research MRI Service staff, for more information on the Research MRI Service, how to access it for your study or trial or discuss the protocols required for your study.

MRI Charge Technologist: Kevin Chung
Phone: 416-425-6220 Ext.6097 or 3481
Email: researchmri@hollandbloorview.ca

Facility and Equipment Information
Learn more about our facility and available equipment for clinical trials and research studies
Information for Study Participants
Additional information for study participants and their visit to Holland Bloorview
Study Booking
Study coordinators, book an appointment for your approved study

Access the Research MRI Service for your clinical trial or research study

Housed at Holland Bloorview, the Research MRI Service is a state-of-the-art facility that will enable researchers at the Bloorview Research Institute and around the world to study how the human brain and how it develops in children, youth and adults living with and without disabilities. 

The Research MRI scanner, a 3T Siemens PRISMA, is capable of various methods of imaging including advanced functional MRI, diffusion tensor imaging, and spectroscopy paradigms.

The MRI unit leverages the latest design principles and technology to meet the unique needs and preferences of individuals of all abilities undergoing an MRI scan for research purposes.

 

Our Processes:

    For Industry-Sponsored Clinical Trials
    1. Submit your Site Survey Questionnaire 
    2. Once we have confirmed our MRI scanner can meet the needs of your study, a Master Services Agreement (MSA) and a Statement of Work (SOW) will be prepared for your study.
    3. Complete and return the MSA, SOW, and a copy of the REB approval letter for your study. Once received, instructions for requesting MRI appointments  on our online scheduling system Calpendo, will be provided.
    4. A phantom or volunteer scan can be completed as site qualification to verify that the scans meet the requirements for the study. 
    5. Begin requesting research MRI scans.
    For Grant-Funded Studies - External
    1. Once we have confirmed our MRI scanner can meet the needs of your study, a Medical Imaging Service Agreement (MISA)  will be prepared for your study. This step may be done while ethics approval is still pending.
    2. Once we have received your REB approval letter and completed MISA, instructions on submitting MRI requests through our online booking system, Calpendo, will be provided.
    3. A phantom or volunteer scan can be completed for test data. Principal Investigator must confirm and accept that test data meets requirements for the study before proceeding with first participant.  
    4. Begin requesting research MRI scans
    Research Studies - Holland Bloorview Researchers
    1. Internal HB researchers must apply for HB ethics approval through the eREB system.
    2. Ensure that your eREB application indicates that your study will require Medical Imaging in section 2.2 and submit a signature request once your application is complete. 
    3. Your application will be reviewed by the Research MRI Unit Team and if approved, your application will be signed and sent to the REB for final review. Once your application has been approved by the REB, submit a copy of the REB approval letter to us.
    4. A Medical Imaging Service Agreement (MISA) form needs to be completed and submitted (depending on your funding source the appropriate version will be provided). This step may be done while ethics approval is still pending.
    5. Once we have received your REB approval letter and completed MISA, instructions on submitting MRI requests through our online booking system, Calpendo, will be provided.
    6. A phantom or volunteer scan can be completed for test data. Principal Investigator must confirm and accept that test data meets requirements for the study before proceeding with first participant.  
    7. Begin requesting research MRI scans

    Additional Information

    Hours

    The MRI Research Unit is open Monday to Friday 9:30 AM to 4:30 PM. Additional times are available upon request.

    Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

    Is the Research MRI Unit only for children?

    No, the Research MRI Unit is available for any Paediatric and Adult research studies.

    Can I book a MRI study ordered by my doctor and covered by OHIP? 

    No, our Research MRI Unit only performs scans under research or clinical trial studies.