WHAT WE DO
CareFirst Imaging Center provides unparallel medical imaging in Florida with expert diagnostics and exceptional patient care. We partner with a variety of providers to offer the highest quality imaging available, using the best-in-class technology to provide patients with the finest medical imaging experience in the state.
WE SPECIALIZE IN
- – High-field and Open Upright MRI
- – Weight-bearing spine MRI
- – Flexion and Extension Spine MRI
- – Traumatic Brain Injury which includes Susceptibility Weighted Imaging and DTI (Diffusion Tensor Imaging)
- – High-field coils for Targeted Joint Imaging
ADDITIONAL SERVICES
- – All major insurance accepted
- – Patient transportation at no additional charge
- – Same day or next day appointment scheduling
- – 24-hour radiology report turn-around time
- – CD provided to every patient on the day of their MRI
- – Online physician portal to download all reports and key images
- – Faxed reports to all physician offices
- – Liens accepted for auto insurance claims
UPRIGHT OPEN MRI AND HIGH-FIELD MRI TECHNOLOGY
Easy and comfortable for patients
MEET OUR RADIOLOGISTS
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CHINTAN DESAI
President Florida Radiological Society
President Florida Radiological Society
Dr. DeSai graduated with a special distinction from University of Miami School of Medicine. He successfully finished Diagnostic Radiology Residency at University of Tennessee, Methodist Healthcare and a Musculoskeletal MRI training at Duke University. Dr. DeSai is Board Certified in American Board of Radiology and a Fellow of the American College of Radiology (ACR). The ACR awards fellowships to members who have demonstrated a history of service to the College, organized radiology, teaching, or research. This is one of the highest honors the ACR can bestow on a radiologist. Approximately 10% of ACR members achieve this distinction.
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AVERY KNAPP
Dr. Avery Knapp attended the University of Missouri, obtaining his MD degree in 2003. He completed his residency in Diagnostic Radiology at The Lenox Hill Hospital in New York City. He was selected as Chief Resident in Radiology at Lenox Hill Hospital. Dr. Knapp then completed a Neuroradiology fellowship at Harbor-UCLA. He currently works as a radiologist for radiology centers across the United States and Puerto Rico.
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MEGHNA KRISHNAN
Dr. Meghna Krishnan attended the Bangalore Medical College, obtaining a degree in Medicine and Surgery. She completed her residency in Diagnostic Radiology at Yale University School of Medicine. Dr. Krishnan then completed a double fellowship in Abdominal Imaging and Breast Imaging at the Mallinckrodt Institute of Radiology. She currently works as a radiologist for radiology centers across the United States.
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MARK S. GIRGUIS
Dr. Mark Girguis attended the Wayne State University School of Medicine, obtaining his MD degree in 2001. He completed his residency in Radiology at Loma Linda University Medical Center and followed that by completing his fellowship in Body and Musculoskeletal MRI Imaging at the Loma Linda University Medical Center as well. He currently works as a radiologist for radiology centers in multiple states within the United States.
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SAMUEL GUIRGUIS
Dr. Samuel Guirguis attended Midwestern University College of Osteopathic Medicine, obtaining his DO degree in 2009. He completed his residency in Diagnostic Radiology at Franciscan St. James Health in 2014 and completed his fellowship in Body Imaging and Musculoskeletal Radiology at Rush University Medical Center in 2015. He currently works as a radiologist at radiology centers in the State of Florida.
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EMAD YACOUB
Dr. Emad Yacoub attended Mount Sinai School of Medicine, obtaining his MD degree in 2001. He completed his residency in Diagnostic Radiology at Maimonides Medical Center in 2007 and soon after completed his MRI fellowship at the Yale College of Medicine in 2008. He currently works as a radiologist for radiology centers across the states of Florida and Connecticut.
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BRETT R NIELSON
Dr. Brett Nielson, attended the Kirksville College of Osteopathic Medicine, obtaining his DO degree in 1997. He completed his Radiology residency at the San Antonio Uniformed Services Health Education consortium in 2008 and later completed his fellowship in Musculoskeletal Imaging in 2013. He currently works as a radiologist for radiology centers across multiple states within the United States.
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SYED A AKBAR
Dr. Syed Akbar attended St. Bartholomew’s Medical College in London, obtaining a degree in Medicine in 1996. He completed his residency at Roentgen and completed his fellowship in Abdominal Imaging and Intervention at the Brigham and Women’s General Hospital at Harvard University in 2003. He currently works as a radiologist for radiology centers in several states within the United States.
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Winston DaCosta Irving
Dr. Winston DaCosta Irving, a renowned radiologist, completed his medical education, including a Medical Degree from The Albert Einstein College of Medicine and a BS in Biology from The Pennsylvania State University. He further honed his skills through residencies and fellowships, including Musculoskeletal Radiology at Mallinckrodt Institute of Radiology. Dr. Irving, recognized for his dedication, received honors such as the String of Pearls Award. In addition to his clinical role, he has contributed significantly to research and medical education, holding positions such as President at Irving Radiology, Inc. He has presented notable publications and lectures, showcasing his commitment to advancing the field of radiology.
