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CLINICAL RESEARCH IMAGING

Clinical Trial Imaging Built for Research

Shields Health combines New England’s largest outpatient MRI and PET/CT network with dedicated research expertise to help make participation easier and studies run smoothly.

WHY RESEARCH TEAMS CHOOSE SHIELDS


Research-ready imaging, dedicated coordination, and broad regional access help sponsors and sites keep studies moving from startup through every participant visit.

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Participant Access

MRI and PET/CT locations across New England help reduce travel burden, expand participant reach, and support enrollment and retention.

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Dedicated Research Support

25+ years of clinical research imaging experience, with one dedicated research contact helping coordinate startup, scheduling, and ongoing study needs.

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Protocol Optimization

Our deep imaging experience helps us refine and validate protocols before launch so scans are done right the first time and repeats are minimized.

Study Spotlight

Building Consistency Across a Multi-Site Research Study


A pharmaceutical sponsor was conducting a study through several investigator sites across Massachusetts. Shields provided MRI imaging across multiple locations, working directly with site teams to coordinate participants, scheduling, and study-specific imaging requirements.

What Worked Well:

  • Multiple MRI locations available to participants across Massachusetts
  • One Shields research contact coordinating with investigator sites
  • Protocols validated across the scanner platforms used for the study
  • Scheduling managed directly with study sites and participants
  • Consistent imaging requirements carried
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OPERATIONAL AND IMAGING SUPPORT

Clinical Research Imaging Support

From study startup through participant imaging and data transfer, Shields provides the operational and imaging support needed to keep research moving.

Study & Imaging Support:

  • Imaging protocol review and consultation

  • Scanner/platform validation and test scans

  • Dedicated research contact for study coordination

  • Research scheduling and participant coordination

  • MRI and PET/CT image acquisition

  • Secure, compliant image transfer and access

  • Direct collaboration with sponsors, CROs, and investigator sites

  • PET tracer access and radiopharmaceutical logistics

  • ACR-accredited imaging with standardized quality processes

Therapeutic Areas Supported:

  • Neurology

  • Oncology

  • Cardiovascular

  • Metabolic & Diabetes

  • Immunology

  • Rare Disease

  • Pediatrics

COMMITTED TO FORWARD MOVEMENT

A Commitment to Supporting Research


Hear from Shields leadership on our experience supporting clinical research and the role imaging plays in helping studies move forward.

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SEE OUR CONVENIENT LOCATIONS

Find a Shields MRI or PET/CT location that makes study participation easier for your participants.

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READY TO DISCUSS YOUR STUDY?

Connect with our research team to talk through your imaging needs, study requirements, and next steps.