@ALF648 posted:If it's for a shoulder be aware that there will typically be findings that can seem alarming in the report, but are actually quite common. Specifically pitchers can have "type 1 SLAP lesions" language in the written report but in my conversations with several shoulder specialists they will say that most if not all high level pitchers will have some degree of "erosion". Having the actual image file can be valuable
Having the actual image file whether it be a disc or a USB drive is for the doctor who ordered the MRI and can interpret results, usually an orthopedic doctor or surgeon who has the appropriate program or equipment to actually view the findings. They also get the written report by the qualified doctor who views the MRI, which you can request a copy. It would be the same for xrays.
I am just wondering how many team doctors actually would have this equipment available.
Just get the darn MRI done and don't worry about how many discs are needed, it's useless unless they can view it.
JMO