Episode 5 - The ABCs of MRIs

What does an MRI actually show? What doesn’t it? And how should you interpret those results alongside what you’re feeling? Boomerang’s own Dr. Jiensup Kim, Regional Medical Officer in San Bernardino, joins Dr. Abaci and Dr. Goozee for a thoughtful conversation about how MRIs fit into the bigger picture of pain, diagnosis, and recovery. It’s an easy-to-follow breakdown for anyone who’s ever stared at a scan report with more questions than answers, including those helping a friend or family member navigate their own care. Chapters (00:00:00) - The Comeback with Boomerang Healthcare(00:00:47) - The Importance of MRIs(00:03:07) - What is an MRI? Dr. Kim Explains(00:06:22) - Choosing the right MRI for your injury(00:07:44) - Spinal pain, MRI and other issues(00:15:41) - MRIs and interpretation of the report(00:21:31) - Common conditions that warrant MRI, CT scan vs. X-rays(00:23:58) - Common joint and spine pain, and how to manage it(00:25:35) - There are different types of MRIs--(00:30:53) - Dr. Kim's story of chronic pain and how it affects patients(00:34:23) - Injured Workers' Medical Practice(00:35:48) - The Comeback with Boomerang Healthcare