OUR STORY / OUR FOUNDERS
Family-founded.
Texas-rooted.
In 2003, mother-and-son founders Ardelle Archer and Robert Shields established MRI Centers of Texas. Their shared vision continues to shape our growing network.
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- 2003
- Our story began
- 22
- Imaging locations
- 7 days
- A week at select locations
01 / OUR BEGINNING
A personal commitment.
A lasting difference.
Founded by Ardelle Archer
and Robert Shields.
MRI Centers of Texas is a family-founded, Texas-based diagnostic imaging provider established in 2003. Originally founded by mother-and-son team Ardelle Archer and Robert Shields, the organization has grown into a professionally managed, multi-location network supported by an experienced leadership team, skilled technologists, and dedicated medical professionals.
Today, MRI Centers of Texas operates 22 imaging locations across Texas, with continued expansion underway. Our growth has been guided by a commitment to patient-centered care, operational excellence, and the responsible adoption of advanced imaging technologies—ensuring consistent quality and accessibility for patients and referring providers alike.
Explore our 22 locations02 / THE PEOPLE & THE PURPOSE
Experience behind
every image.
Leadership. Expertise.
A shared standard of care.
Our management team brings decades of combined experience in medical imaging, healthcare operations, compliance, and service delivery. This leadership is complemented by highly trained radiologists, technologists, and support staff who work collaboratively to deliver accurate, timely results in a professional and compassionate environment.
Deeply rooted in the communities we serve, MRI Centers of Texas remains focused on providing state-of-the-art facilities, rigorous quality and safety standards, and a seamless experience from scheduling through reporting. Whether serving patients directly or partnering with physicians, we are committed to delivering reliable imaging solutions that support informed care and confident decision-making.
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