As COVID-19 spreads throughout Pennsylvania, local medical imaging center 611 MRI Altoona continues to be open and is reprioritizing appointments to help those whose conditions rely on medical imaging.

Elective surgeries and their required pre-operative scanning procedures have almost all been postponed. However, according to Dr. Adam Trybus of 611, not all medical issues will wait.

He said it is important to understand that many serious medical conditions require diagnostic imaging that cannot and should not be postponed.

“Unfortunately, elective surgery and the required medical imaging that comes with it may need to be rescheduled for a later date,” Trybus said. “While COVID-19 is a top priority, there are still patients in our community who need medical attention for other conditions that cannot be postponed.”

Trybus said reasons for seeking immediate medical attention may include: severe headaches, abdominal pain, injury or cancer care. Any serious concern should always be brought to the immediate attention of your physician.

In an effort to protect its staff, patients and community, the imaging center has implemented procedures to maximize patient separation and has increased sanitation protocols.

611 MRI strongly urges anyone scheduled for imaging, experiencing a cough, fever, shortness of breath, or other flu-like or respiratory symptoms to reschedule their appointment as soon as possible by calling 814-946-8000.