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Shields Health scans more patients in Massachusetts than does any hospital or health care provider. All Shields locations are ACR accredited.

A family-owned and -operated business, Shields was New England’s first independent MRI provider 25 years ago. For more than 25 years, Shields Health Care Group has offered affordable, accessible care coupled with top-quality treatment and diagnostic accuracy. Shields provides a diverse offering of MRI, PET/CT, and surgical services services. With a focus on cutting-edge technology, provider expertise, and affordability, Shields prioritizes the patient experience above all. Shields offers high-field open-bore MRI machines that allow for greater patient comfort while maintaining clear images. Additional services include MR arthrogram and breast MRI, as well as Shields ProCare, imaging medical equipment maintenance and service company. A family-owned and operated business, Shields offers the largest and most technically advanced network of medical imaging and diagnostic treatment facilities in New England.

01/29/2026

At Shields, quality isn’t just a promise; it’s how we care for every patient.

Our technologists combine compassionate, personalized attention with our company-wide focus on staying on the cutting edge of the latest imaging technology to deliver the answers you need, when you need them.

01/27/2026

Innovation, always. Blanket coils can wrap closely around patients, and are more lightweight than traditional coils, making imaging more comfortable for the patient and the coil positioning easier for the technologist. It's a win win! Watch as Bill shows off the pliability of our blanket MRI coils!

The newest technology, now in Westford!

01/26/2026

More clarity in less time. That’s Sonic DL 3D MRI—helping patients get answers faster. Listen as Nicole shares how improved clarity led to a much needed treatment plan for a patient living with migraines.

01/25/2026

Follow-up imaging shows ongoing abnormal activity suggesting a strong preoccupation with the big game. Patient confirms having persistent thoughts about the Patriots.

Prognosis: emotionally invested. 🏈

01/24/2026

Do you know what city in Massachusetts has the highest percentage of people of Scottish descent? Hint: We've got an MRI location just 8 miles west on Route 2 from the correct answer!

They might be celebrating Burns night there this weekend – an evening with a traditional Scottish supper that celebrates the life and work of poet Robert Burns. If you can't hazard a guess on the MA city... drop a line of poetry below to honor the national bard of Scotland!

Your ultimate guide to celebrating Burns Night on January 25th. Including what is Burns Night, what is a Burns Supper, Burns Night party ideas and more.

01/23/2026

There has been unusual brain activity detected across New England this week... Scans suggest a heightened focus on milk, bread, and getting to the store before everyone else!

01/22/2026

Football may have our focus right now, but the Celtics are having a great season too!

And all year long we know that moms are the ultimate team captains, always strategizing to ensure their families receive top-notch care. Hearing moms choose Shields means the world to us because we know that when it comes their families health, moms never settle for anything less than the best. Shields Health is always there for moms and their families with affordable accessible care.

She's Your MVP, She's Ours Too. Mom is our MVP!

01/21/2026

The first snow of 2026 is in the books—and more is on the way. Before you grab that shovel, remember: shoveling is a serious, high‑intensity workout, especially for your lower back.

If you’re already feeling soreness or sharp pain, don’t ignore it. Learn how shoveling impacts your spine and what to do if back pain doesn’t let up:

MRI is the most common test to diagnosis a herniated disc or disc displacement. Learn about this condition from Shields MRI the leading MRI provider in New England.

01/19/2026

Every Martin Luther King, Jr. Day, we come together to celebrate, reflect, and honor the profound legacy and enduring impact of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.

As Stevie Wonder sings in his tribute, "Happy Birthday" – In peace, our hearts will sing, thanks to Martin Luther King.

01/18/2026

This Sunday, while the Patriots take the field, we’re celebrating the real MVPs. The moms who show up for every practice, every game, every moment.

We're proud to be part of Patriots game this weekend—and to care for New England families every day.

Mom is our MVP!

01/16/2026

If you’re heading down Route 1 this week, keep an eye out!
Our billboards are live – and they’re dedicated to the MVPs who never miss a game: moms.
Because at Shields, we treat every patient like our own mother.

01/15/2026

“It’ll be over before you know it” are reassuring words MRI technologists can truly stand behind now that scan times are faster than ever. Lori and Olivia have guided many claustrophobic patients through MRI exams and have seen firsthand how these reduced scan times are transforming patient comfort and ease.

The first wave of AI in MRI was just the beginning. With Sonic 3D MRI, we’re the first in the world to see images this clear and this fast.

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http://www.shields.com/

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Today, Shields has more than 32 American College of Radiology (ACR)-accredited locations throughout Massachusetts and strong partnerships with some of the top health care and technology providers in the country. Shields provides a diverse offering of MRI, radiation oncology (RO), CT and PET/CT imaging services. It is the Shields focus, experience and commitment that have helped the company grow to be the largest and most technically advanced network of diagnostic imaging facilities and the largest network of RO treatment centers in New England. Shields is proud to be the official MRI provider to the New England Patriots, the Boston Celtics, the New England Revolution and the Boston Bruins. www.shields.com One in every four patients in Massachusetts chooses Shields for an MRI, including former linebacker Tedy Bruschi and professional athletes from the Patriots, Celtics, Revolution and Bruins. Shields is New England’s largest and most advanced provider of diagnostic imaging. Using the very latest in imaging technology, our team of radiologists read more MRI, PET/CT and CT scans than does any hospital in Massachusetts. Our specialized RO team has treated more than 10,000 patients at our four centers. Our 32 convenient locations are accredited by the ACR, certifying the very highest quality and safety standards. Boston (MRI, PET/CT) Brighton (MRI) Brockton (MRI, CT) Cape Cod (MRI, PET/CT, CT, RO) Chelmsford (MRI) Dartmouth (MRI) Fitchburg (MRI, PET/CT) Framingham (MRI)Greenfield (MRI) Leominster (MRI) Lowell (MRI) Mansfield (RO) Marlborough (MRI) New Bedford (MRI) Palmer (MRI) Peabody (MRI) Quincy (RO) Springfield (MRI, PET/CT) Ware (MRI) Weymouth (MRI, PET/CT) Wi******er (RO) Worcester (MRI, PET/CT)