Shields MRI is very unprofessional that I can do without. At the last minute they attempted to…read morecharge me when my insurance usually pays for it all. I don't know what they charged if any and tells me to pay at time of visit. I wasn't given an explanation and told to contact insurance company. This company should know what is covered or not and do a better job in communication with people. Although I need my MRI I cancelled my appointment and very confused, upset, and disappointed in how they conduct business.

I had an MRI on 10/2/2025. It was given with proper care and I felt comfortable with the procedure…read more The technicians were very accommodating and very helpful during the procedure. I would recommend Shields for all necessary MRIs.

Best professional doctors as well as nurses and very kind and very friendly and makes you feel…read morecomfortable and get your procedure done ASAP

I want to clarify that prior to my most recent visit, I've never had a problem at this location…read more The problem I experienced could actually occur at any MRI facility. First, the positives: The MRI and other imaging locations can provide scans in a more timely manner, than if you were to go to the main hospital. Calling the offices directly (Chelsea and Waltham, or NWH), rather than going through the main radiology scheduling line, can often yield better results. You can get the numbers by calling main operator at MGH, & asking for the numbers to Chelsea or Waltham MRI The staff have been pleasant & easy to work with. The lockers are small (don't bring large coats or bags.) The changing rms are easily accessible, restrooms are clean and spacious. I've never experienced a long wait, but waiting rm is large and comfortable. Most of the time they can elevate your head a little upon request, which makes some more comfortable. This most recent visit, tech explained I'd be scanned in the new 3.0 Tesla machine. He told me image quality was superior, and l the machines were a bit more spacious. He told me I might feel a little dizzy upon exiting, because of the higher magnetic fields, but that it was normal. He also said it might be a little more noisy, and gave me ear plugs. The exam took a very long time, in part, because I moved due to discomfort, and because someone messed up re. the contrast dye, so they had to straighten that out while I waited. This was an hour of hell that I'll never repeat! While I appreciated having the tech warn me about the dizziness, that was far from the only concern. Yes, the machines offer a (only slightly) more spacious feel to them - but it's far from an open MRI - it's not worth it! It's EXTREMELY noisy. This is not a good thing for anyone who is even mildly anxious, because it's very difficult to focus away from it, and was dizzying in itself. One thing I wasnt told was how hot you feel while in the machine. I finally pushed the buzzer & asked if it was normal - I felt as if I was being burned. I was sweating & felt overcome by it. He then told me that it was normal, because the cells were all "excited" in my body, due to the higher mag frequency. I continued to try to endure it, although I noticed certain areas including my legs seemed to be much more hot than other areas. Yes, there is dizziness when exiting. Considering they have to roll you out while injecting the contrast - which causes dizziness, then roll you back in for another set of pictures after - lying flat and not moving is very uncomfortable. Between the heat and feeling so "woozy", I was also feeling nauseated. My face was scarlet, and the areas of skin where I'd felt most warm indeed had been burned. I felt very unsteady for the next several hours, was unable to safely drive, and continued to feel nauseaous. I also had a bad headache. I later researched my reaction by googling: "Tesla 3.0"+"burn" or using "Tesla 3.0"+"dizzy" or "effects" as the second term, and found a lot of disturbing information. There has been many reports of similar symptoms, sometimes leading to patients getting burned or having severe episodes of dizziness, hearing problems or headaches, sometimes lasting for a couple of days after. Even worse, I found that there has not been sufficient safety testing done to determine if implants and other devices/conditions, presumed safe for the original 1.5 MRI exposure, have not been proven safe in the new 3.0 machines. Some of them were urging for the testing to be completed prior to patient exposure. I don't understand why this didn't happen, but I will certainly never be subjecting myself to this again. If you need to have an MRI, When making appt, always ask if they have the new 3.0 Tesla machines, and ask if you can request the older 1.5 instead. Double check this during your appt, before they put you into the machine. The pictures generated from the 1.5 are excellent, so there should be no need for these uncomfortable, potentially dangerous machines to be used. If you've had a negative experience involving the new machines, call the MA Bureau of Healthcare Safety at (617) 753-8000. Every report received will help! Update following MGH response: My only complaints concerning MGHC specifically is that it was not disclosed to me that some implants, devices and med conditions deemed safe for the 1.5 havent been proven safe in the 3.0 machines. I also wasnt told before entering that I had a choice, and that the risks of the machine could incl persistent dizziness (not just upon coming out), nausea, headache, and heating could result in burns. This info is out there, and needs to be disclosed before patients go in. I'd advise that you do so in a signed consent form, to help reduce your facility from liability, if you choose to use these machines. I did speak to my dr, and he knew nothing about the new scanners and their effects. I will be following up. Thanks.

MRI -- Technicians had an unnecessary professional attitude…read more Made unreasonable demands & when complied with refused to do the MRI anyway. Patient was reasonably frustrated but nothing else. Staff chose to blame caregiver for patients attitude. Staff was unnecessarily antagonistic to a patient with stage four cancer & their refusal has throw off whole chemo schedule.

Quick, efficient and patient friendly from triage to booking. Just wished they were in-network with…read moremy BCBS so the MRI would be covered.

If could rate this Doctor a 0 I would. I saw he may work here now, but was previously holding…read moretenure at woburn pediatrics. When I was a patient of his from the age of an infant to about 10 years old, he had be my practitioner. My mother year after year voiced sever concern for my anxiety attacks and other episodes. Year after year, he kept writing of off as "terrible 2s", or "terrible 3s", or "I heard 4 years old is pretty bad!". DISGUSTING BEHAVIOR. I am now 32 years old. Dealing with server life anxiety and learning to work through it myself. When my brother started to see him, 8 years later, he had started showing signs of server eating disorder behaviors. Dr. Michael Alan Vogler called my mother a "crazy Italian mother", and never showed a sign of concern for her children. This man should be locked up, investigated, and disbarred for his repetitive, unprofessional behavior, and I look forward to the day this man gets his karma. Main take away: beware MOTHERS. Do NOT take your children to see Dr. Michael Alan Vogler. Karma is real. Get a second option.

We love Pediatricians Inc. Have been here for 8 years and can't say one bad thing. Surprised by…read morethe negative reviews - would say you had a non typical experience. Best doctors around. Caring staff. This is the best of the best.

Unacceptable for a person who checks in for an appointment and waits to be seen for an hour, to get…read morea phone call asking if they're coming in. Second time this happened. Response? Oh, sorry. Is it so difficult keeping track of three patients in the waiting room? Beyond furious since it definitely affects the patient' s mobility issues and causes unnecessary pain. The medical staff there are fantastic. No complaints about Drs or nurses.

Terribly incompetent staff. Waited a month for an appointment and at the 11th hour (afternoon the…read moreday before the appt) called and said they didn't receive any doctors notes and they will have to call my doc to get them or they cannot see me. Never got a return call UNTIL 20 minutes AFTER the scheduled appt. with a voicemail that says the following. 1. We wanted to let you know we received the notes from your doctor and 2. Why didn't you come in for your appt? I call them and the only thing they can do is schedule another appointment for 30 days out. Avoid these losers like the plague.

This is my first review, and it won't be my last, but I felt compelled to write a review of this…read moreMRI center. Longwood MRI is an incredible experience (note, if the words incredible and MRI are in the same sentence... you're on the right track). I have gotten one other MRI before so I had negative expectations about the experience. Longwood MRI was affordable, efficient, and most importantly they cared about the care I received. The staff are kind and helpful - the doctor who reads the scan is available if you have any questions about your scan after you get it done. I wasn't surprised to learn that Longwood MRI is a family business. The way they treat their patients is unlike most medical facilities around today: they still do it family-style, with only one center run by a husband and wife. Actually managed to pay 1/10 of the price I would have paid anywhere else without compromising quality.

Worked with this company for 18 years, and also had an MRI as well. They are the best!!…read more Dave