Scripps Imaging Pavilion

I had a CT scan done here with contrast. I arrived really late because of traffic but they still saw me. They were nice about it too. The nurse that did my IV was great and so were the CT technicians. After the CT scan I had to have some X-​rays and the X-​ray technician was great as well. They also burned two CDs of my CT scan and other scans I had done, which was nice of them. My doctor had asked for them. This was a great experience and they really put me at ease and explained everything that was going to happen. The contrast feels a little peculiar going in but they explained it all to me and put me at ease.

I presented for my MRI and received the best experience.
I checked in a few minutes late since I thought the pavilion was in the Ximed building. The staff at the Ximed building politely directed me to the appropriate department and said that they would call over to the pavilion on my behalf to communicate that I was on my way. (The imagining pavilion is towards the back of the campus right next to the main hospital.)
I was welcomed and was given forms to fill out. A few minutes later, I was called to the back for my appointment. No wait time on a Friday — SCORE! The tech introduced himself and explained the process and procedure. I was advised to change my top and to place my belongings into a locker (with a key). I was given a warm blanket as I waited in a big comfy seat.
I was turned over to an RN, who introduced himself, and explained that he was placing an IV into my arm for the dye administration. He was very gentle and caring, and we made conversation on the procedure.
The tech then led me to the MRI and explained the procedure. I did take a sedative, but evidently, it had the opposite affect on me. So the tech mentioned that he would talk to me through the machine to comfort me throughout the procedure, which I thought was cool. I was given a washcloth to place over my eyes, earplugs for the noise, and a cushion to elevate my legs.
Throughout the procedure, the tech continued to communicate with me and to let me know how I was doing and how long each test would take. He definitely went above and beyond my expectations. Before I knew it, the procedure was over, and he gave me a juice box as a treat! LOL
I have to commend both the tech and RN. I had excellent care and they went above and beyond. I also filled out an Excel Together comment card to give both gentlemen kudos for jobs well done.