Institute of Radiology and Nuclear Medicine

Digital X-ray examinations:
skeletal imaging (e.g., to rule out fractures), chest X-rays, intravenous excretory urograms, and much more.

Digital fluoroscopy:
Contrast-enhanced imaging of the gastrointestinal tract, phlebography, myelography, and fistula imaging

Nuclear medicine examinations:
Skeletal scintigraphy, myocardial scintigraphy, thyroid scintigraphy, lung scintigraphy, and renal scintigraphy

Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI)
Examination of the skull (e.g., in cases of suspected stroke), the spine (e.g., in cases of suspected herniated disc or inflammation), and the joints (e.g., in cases of suspected ligament or meniscus damage)

Computed tomography (CT)
scans of the skull (e.g., in cases of suspected cerebral hemorrhage), the thorax (e.g., in cases of suspected pulmonary embolism), the abdomen (e.g., in cases of suspected intestinal disease), and the bones (e.g., following complicated fractures)

For MRI imaging, GPR Klinikum uses a fully digital 1.5-tesla MRI scanner. This allows for a wide range of specialized examinations, such as MRI imaging of blood vessels or MRI mammography, thereby avoiding invasive procedures or those involving radiation exposure.

The MRI scanner is characterized by significantly increased patient comfort. The device has a considerably larger tubular opening than a standard MRI scanner, resulting in significantly fewer examination interruptions, which were common with conventional MRI scanners due to the narrowness of the examination tunnel. In addition, the typical knocking noises associated with magnetic resonance imaging have been reduced compared to the previous generation of MRI scanners. Furthermore, a new multimedia system is available, which helps patients relax as much as possible during the examination.

In June 2025, magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) technology received a significant upgrade. The integration of Philips’ AI-based SmartSpeed solution has taken diagnostic imaging to a new level. SmartSpeed enables scan times to be accelerated by up to three times while simultaneously improving image resolution by up to 65 percent. These advancements help significantly shorten the duration of examinations for patients and increase diagnostic precision. The technology is compatible with 97 percent of clinical protocols and thus covers a wide range of examinations, including complex anatomical structures and modern contrast procedures.

State-of-the-art prostate diagnostics at GPR Klinikum

At GPR Klinikum Rüsselsheim and the affiliated Medical Center for Radiology and Nuclear Medicine, the MRI system was enhanced with an AI upgrade. This significantly improved image quality and established multiparametric prostate MRI with high diagnostic value.

Philips SmartSpeed AI improves imaging by specifically highlighting and precisely rendering relevant structures. At the same time, it reduces image artifacts such as motion blur. This leads to significantly higher resolution and improved image quality, particularly for small structures such as the prostate.

Under the leadership of Chief Physician Dr. Guido Platz, the Department of Urology, Pediatric Urology, and Oncological Urology has extensive experience with ultrasound-guided fusion biopsies and robotic prostatectomies. The optimized MRI system complements this offering and now also enables a complete radiological diagnosis of the prostate. Since multiparametric prostate MRI is not currently covered by statutory health insurance, it is billed as an IGeL service. 

 The goal is to offer patients diagnostics of the highest standard and to ensure a seamless transition to further examinations, including surgical treatment. When biopsies are performed independently in private practices, all image data and findings are provided in the appropriate format.
Information sheet on prostate MRI examination available for download