Cooper University Hospital Cape Regional completes construction of its new leading-edge MRI Suite. From l to r: Kaushik Patel, MD, Chief Radiologist, Joseph Macaron, Director of Diagnostic Imaging, Lisa Laphan-Morad, DNP, APN-C, NEA-BC, Senior Vice President of Integration, Kate Queen, RT(MR), Chief MRI Technologist, Marguerite Patrick, RT(MR), MRI Technologist, Sophia Greto, RT(MR), MRI Technologist, Ira J. Braunschweig, MD, Radiologist, Andrea McCoy, MD, Chief Medical Officer, Christine Winn, PhD, FACHE, Senior Vice President and Chief Regional Officer, Jeffrey Tenner, DO, General Surgeon, and John McAllister, MD, MRI Radiologist

(CAPE MAY COURT HOUSE, NJ) – Cooper University Hospital Cape Regional has introduced its new Canon OrianTM 1.5T MRI System, marking an important investment in advanced diagnostic imaging technology for communities in Cape May and Atlantic counties.

The MRI system offers exceptional image quality, advanced scanning capabilities, and patient-centered features designed to enhance comfort during examinations. The addition of the Canon OrianTM 1.5T MRI System strengthens Cooper University Hospital Cape Regional’s ability to provide accurate diagnoses, support effective treatment planning, and improve the overall patient experience.

“At Cooper University Hospital Cape Regional, we are committed to continually enhancing the care we provide to our community,” said Andrea McCoy, MD, chief medical officer at Cooper University Hospital Cape Regional. “The arrival of this new MRI system is an exciting milestone that expands access to advanced imaging technology and reinforces our dedication to delivering exceptional health care close to home.”

The new advanced diagnostic capabilities combine innovative imaging technology with a patient-friendly design, helping clinicians obtain highly detailed diagnostic images while creating a more comfortable examination experience.

The system expands access to advanced imaging services, including cardiac and vascular imaging, prostate MRI, diffusion imaging for stroke and neurological conditions, MR elastography, and other specialized diagnostic studies. These capabilities provide patients throughout Cape May and Atlantic counties with leading-edge diagnostic technology close to home.

To schedule an appointment for an MRI, please call 609.463.CAPE.

About Cooper University Health Care

Cooper University Health Care is a leading academic health system affiliated with Cooper Medical School of Rowan University. Cooper, headquartered in Camden, New Jersey, has revenues of more than $3 billion and an A+ credit rating from both S&P and Fitch Ratings.

Cooper has nearly 14,000 team members, including more than 2,200 nurses, more than 1,200 employed physicians representing 95 specialties and subspecialties, and more than 700 advanced practice providers.

Cooper operates MD Anderson Cancer Center at Cooper as well as three hospitals – its 663-bed flagship Cooper University Hospital in Camden, its 229-bed Cooper University Hospital Cape Regional in Cape May Court House, and Children’s Regional Hospital in Camden.

Cooper University Hospital in Camden is the only Level 1 trauma center in South Jersey and the busiest in the region. The hospital has been recognized as a top-performing regional hospital by U.S. News & World Report’s Best Hospitals annual survey for six years.

More than 2.54 million patients visit Cooper’s facilities annually. Cooper’s ambulatory network encompasses three outpatient surgery centers, seven urgent care centers, a wound care center, and more than 130 physician, physical therapy, and radiology offices extending from the Delaware River to the New Jersey shore.

Cooper was named one of America’s Best Large Employers for 2026 by Forbes, ranking among the top 200 in the nation. Visit CooperHealth.org to learn more.

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