BlueSeal Mobile MRI brings care closer to children
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- October 08 2026
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When demand for MRI grows, creating capacity can be complex. At Nicklaus Children’s Hospital, a mobile MRI unit powered by Philips BlueSeal 1.5T helium-free technology helps expand access to advanced imaging without additional construction. Watch the video to see how a flexible, child-focused approach is helping the hospital bring high-quality MRI closer to the children and families it serves.
Nicklaus Children’s Hospital brings hospital-quality imaging to a mobile environment
At-a-glance:
- Discover how a mobile MRI solution helps Nicklaus Children’s Hospital expand imaging capacity without the need for additional construction
- See how Philips BlueSeal 1.5T with SmartSpeed acceleration supports up to 3x faster scanning [1] and up to 80% sharper images [2] for high-quality pediatric imaging
- Learn how Ambient Experience creates a child-centered environment that can help children stay calm and engaged during their MRI exam
There’s a global helium shortage ... that’s a major cost and supply challenge. The helium-free unit is not just a clinical upgrade, it’s an operational and financial advantage.
Iris Berges
Vice President of Operations and Clinical Service Lines
Nicklaus Children’s Hospital, West Kendall, USA
Expanding access to pediatric MRI
To meet growing demand, Nicklaus Children’s Hospital introduced a mobile MRI unit to expand imaging access. Philips BlueSeal 1.5T’s minimal-helium design makes mobile deployment simpler and more flexible, without the logistical complexity of conventional helium-dependent systems, The solution adds capacity without the disruption of a building project, giving the hospital a flexible way to expand access to MRI while maintaining continuity of care.
Speed isn’t just about throughput; it’s about comfort, safety and image quality – especially when you’re scanning children
Dr. Juan Infante
Pediatric Radiologist
Nicklaus Children’s Hospital
Making MRI easier for children
For children, a shorter, calmer MRI exam can make a meaningful difference. SmartSpeed supports up to 3x faster scanning [1] and up to 80% sharper images [2], helping teams capture high-quality images while reducing the likelihood of repeat exams. With less time required to stay still, shorter exams can help support awake scanning and limit the need for sedation. The result is less risk, faster recovery and a more relaxed experience for kids and their families. [3] In addition, Ambient Experience transforms the mobile unit into a welcoming, child-centered space. Lights, colours and movies help children stay calm and engaged, supporting cooperation and image quality.
A flexible path forward
By bringing advanced MRI into a mobile environment, Nicklaus Children’s Hospital can respond to changing needs without adding square footage. It is a practical approach that helps bring high-quality imaging closer to the children and families who rely on it.
Advancing pediatric care with Philips BlueSeal 1.5T helium-free MRI
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Footnotes
- Compared to Philips SENSE imaging.
- Compared to Philips SENSE/ C-SENSE imaging.
- Runge S.B., et al. Children centered care: Minimizing the need for anesthesia with a multifaceted concept for MRI in children aged 4–6. European Journal of Radiology. 2018;107:183–187.
Disclaimer
Results are specific to the institution where they were obtained and may not reflect the results achievable at other institutions. Results in other cases may vary.