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Old 11-14-2019, 10:00 AM
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I was not able to enter a normal MRI machine.
I have done completely open MRI in Ocala.

And in recent years switched to the wide bore machine at Lake Medical Imaging. And unless they have added another the only facility that has one is the Sharon Morse location.
Very bright surroundings and big enough to ease the anxiety.
They do have a mirror set up that is put around the head that allows you to actually watch the comings and goings of the parking lot. You have to ask for it.

If you don't like the idea of the mirror just ask them to place a towel over your eyes, then mentally visit a happy place.

Good luck.