Oswego Health Recognizes MRI Safety Week and Celebrates Local MRI Safety Champion

(Oswego, NY – July 21, 2025) Oswego Health is proud to recognize July 20–26 as MRI Safety Week, a national observance that highlights the vital role MRI technologists play in ensuring patient safety and preventing MRI-related injuries. This week not only raises awareness about the importance of MRI safety but also gives healthcare organizations across the country an opportunity to acknowledge the professionals on the front lines of imaging care.

At Oswego Health, MRI safety is more than a checklist—it’s a commitment. The MR technologists are highly trained experts who combine technical precision with compassion, ensuring every scan is performed with the highest standard of care. As the use of MRI technology continues to evolve, so do the responsibilities of the imaging team, who remain steadfast in their mission to protect patients and staff from potential risks.

This year, Oswego Health is especially proud to recognize Sabrina Ervin, RT (R)(MR), MRSO, as a true champion of MRI safety. Sabrina recently earned her MRI Safety Officer (MRSO) certification, a prestigious and rigorous credential now recommended by the American College of Radiology (ACR). This milestone is not just a professional achievement for Sabrina—it’s a game-changer for the entire organization.

To earn this certification, Sabrina completed an intensive, week-long course in Florida led by world-renowned MRI safety expert Dr. Emanuel Kanal and dedicated months to studying complex safety protocols. She officially passed her boards in April, becoming the only certified MRSO at Oswego Health. Her expertise ensures we are compliant with the latest industry recommendations, particularly regarding implant safety, emergency procedures, and staff education.

“With Sabrina leading the way, we’re actively implementing a formal MRSO program here at Oswego Health, aligning our practices with the most up-to-date national standards,” said Oswego Health’s Vice President of Ancillary Services, David Ruel. “Her passion and dedication to MRI safety enhances our overall commitment to quality care and patient protection.”

MRI Safety Week serves as a reminder that safety is a collective responsibility, and at Oswego Health, it is embedded in every step of the patient journey. With experts like Sabrina Ervin at the helm, Oswego Health continues to raise the bar on excellence in care.

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About Oswego Health:
The mission of Oswego Health is to provide accessible, quality care and improve the health of residents throughout Oswego County. As a nonprofit healthcare system established in 1881, Oswego Health is proud to be Oswego County’s largest private employer. More than 1,400 employees spread throughout its 18 locations, work for the Oswego Health system, which includes the 132-bed community Oswego Hospital, a 32-bed psychiatric acute-care facility with multiple outpatient behavioral health service locations, The Manor at Seneca Hill, a 120-bed skilled nursing facility, and Springside at Seneca Hill, an independent retirement community.  The health system also operates Oswego Health Home Care, the only hospital-based certified home healthcare agency in the County, as well as two outpatient centers, including the Fulton Medical Center, offering urgent care, lab, medical imaging, physical therapy, and occupational health services, and the Central Square Medical Center, offering urgent care, lab, medical imaging, and physical therapy services. In addition, the healthcare system includes Oswego Health Medical Practice, a multi-specialty medical group offering the community accessible, high-quality healthcare. 100+ physicians and advanced practice providers offer an extensive array of services across CNY, including primary care and specialty care in orthopedics, cardiology, ENT, gastroenterology, breast care, general surgery, urology, and bariatrics; for more information about Oswego Health, visit www.oswegohealth.org.