AIMS Education Enhances MRI Training with MEDRAD® MRXperion MR Injection System
February 17, 2026
AIMS Introduces Advanced MR Injection Technology to MRI Program
AIMS Education is proud to announce the addition of the MEDRAD® MRXperion MR Injection System to its MRI Technology program, further strengthening hands-on clinical training for students preparing to work in magnetic resonance imaging environments.
This advanced MR injection system allows students to train with the type of power injector commonly used in clinical MRI settings for contrast-enhanced procedures. By integrating this technology into the curriculum, AIMS continues to align classroom instruction with real-world clinical practice.
Preparing Students for Clinical Readiness
According to Sheetal Desai, MRI Technology Program Director, the MR injection system plays a critical role in preparing students for their clinical rotations.
“The MRI injector will prepare our students for clinical sites by providing hands-on training with a power injector, emphasizing safety protocols, and offering simulation-based education,” said Desai. “Students are trained to handle, load, and troubleshoot contrast injection systems under the instructor’s guidance before performing these tasks in a patient care setting.”
Through structured lab instruction and simulation, students develop proficiency in the physical operation of the injector, including:
- Loading contrast and saline syringes
- Purging air from the system
- Connecting the injector to IV lines
- Monitoring injection pressure and system alerts
This step-by-step training helps ensure students understand both the technical and safety components of contrast delivery before entering clinical environments.
Understanding Injection Protocols and Patient Safety
Contrast-enhanced MRI procedures require precise programming to support optimal image quality. With the MEDRAD® MRXperion system, students learn how to program injection protocols by setting parameters such as:
- Flow rate
- Volume
- Timing
Simulators and guided instruction help students understand how different MRI procedures may require specific injection protocols. The system also includes built-in safety mechanisms, such as pressure limits and alerts, designed to support safe contrast administration.
Students become familiar with features such as injection pressure graphs, protocol storage and retrieval, and eGFR and weight-based dosing calculators, which support patient-centered care and informed clinical decision-making.
Bayer Training Session for MEDRAD® MRXperion MR Injection System
Supporting Workflow and Documentation Awareness
In addition to injection control within the scan room, the MRXperion system is designed to streamline workflow and support documentation consistency. Features such as automated data capture and connectivity capabilities (when integrated with appropriate applications) reflect the operational standards students may encounter in clinical practice .
Exposure to these advanced functionalities helps students better understand how technology supports efficiency, safety, and communication within imaging departments.
Advancing Experiential Learning in MRI Education
The addition of the MEDRAD® MRXperion MR Injection System reflects AIMS Education’s ongoing commitment to providing industry-aligned technology and experiential learning opportunities across its healthcare programs.
By incorporating advanced injection systems into the MRI Technology curriculum, AIMS ensures students gain practical experience in contrast administration protocols, patient safety procedures, and MRI workflow management, skills designed to support a smooth transition into clinical rotations and professional practice.
Students interested in advancing their careers in medical imaging can learn more about the Associate of Applied Science in MRI Technology program, including curriculum details, admissions requirements, and upcoming start dates. Visit the MRI Technology program page to explore how AIMS prepares students for clinical practice in today’s imaging environments.
