DEXA Scan Near Coral Gables. Gold-standard body composition, 15 min away.
From Miracle Mile or Merrick Park, Strong Health's Brickell DEXA clinic is 15 minutes east, or one direct Metrorail ride from Douglas Road station. Every scan is physician-supervised and covers lean mass, body fat, visceral fat, and bone density.
Key takeaways
- Where: Strong Health's Brickell DEXA clinic at 1000 Brickell Plaza, Miami, FL 33131 is 6 miles from Coral Gables, about 15 min by car.
- Transit: Metrorail is a direct ride: board at Douglas Road or University station, exit at Brickell station, and walk 6 minutes to the clinic.
- Cost: Most patients pay under $200 per body-composition scan, direct-pay, with no referral needed.
- Visit length: The scan takes 10–15 minutes and the whole visit about 30 minutes; same-week appointments are typical.
- Reviewed by: Dr. Angel Rivera, M.D., Medical Reviewer, Strong Health. Last reviewed October 25, 2026.
| Detail | DEXA scan near Coral Gables |
|---|---|
| Distance | 6 miles from Coral Gables |
| Drive time | About 15 min |
| Driving route | From Miracle Mile, take Coral Way east about 4 miles, turn right on SW 3rd Avenue toward Brickell, then left on SW 10th Street to 1000 Brickell Plaza. From Merrick Park, US-1 north to SW 13th Street is usually faster. |
| Transit | Metrorail is a direct ride: board at Douglas Road or University station, exit at Brickell station, and walk 6 minutes to the clinic. About 25 minutes door to door from most of the Gables. |
| ZIP codes served | 33114, 33134, 33146 |
| Clinic | Strong Health Miami, 1000 Brickell Plaza, Miami, FL 33131 |
| Hours | Mon–Fri 8:00 AM – 6:00 PM | Sat 9:00 AM – 1:00 PM |
| Phone | (786) 420-6630 |
| Local tip | Skip US-1 between 4 and 7 PM. Take Coral Way east instead, or ride Metrorail from Douglas Road and avoid the traffic entirely. |
| Medically reviewed | Dr. Angel Rivera, M.D., Medical Reviewer, Strong Health Last reviewed |
How do I get to the DEXA clinic from Coral Gables?
Our Brickell clinic is 6 miles from Coral Gables, about 15 min door to door. Serving ZIP codes 33114, 33134, 33146.
Driving from Coral Gables
From Miracle Mile, take Coral Way east about 4 miles, turn right on SW 3rd Avenue toward Brickell, then left on SW 10th Street to 1000 Brickell Plaza. From Merrick Park, US-1 north to SW 13th Street is usually faster.
Without a car
Metrorail is a direct ride: board at Douglas Road or University station, exit at Brickell station, and walk 6 minutes to the clinic. About 25 minutes door to door from most of the Gables.
Local tip
Skip US-1 between 4 and 7 PM. Take Coral Way east instead, or ride Metrorail from Douglas Road and avoid the traffic entirely.
Why get a DEXA scan near Coral Gables instead of a gym scale?
Bone density is where DEXA earns its keep in Coral Gables. The same 15-minute scan that maps your body composition also screens hip and spine density, which can catch osteopenia years before it becomes osteoporosis.
At Strong Health Miami, you get the same scan technology used in clinical research, performed at our Brickell clinic, with results you can use to track real progress on TRT, GLP-1 weight loss, peptide therapy, or your own training.
Every scan includes total and regional body fat, pound-precise lean mass by limb, visceral fat, bone density (T-score and Z-score), and left-right symmetry analysis. See the full report breakdown on the DEXA Scan Miami page, or the science behind it in our complete DEXA guide.
How does a DEXA scan visit work for Coral Gables patients? Four steps.
Book Your Scan
Reserve online or call (786) 420-6630. Our Brickell clinic is 15 min from Coral Gables, and same-week appointments are typically available.
10–15 Minute Scan
Lie flat on an open table while the scanner arm passes over you. No injections, no enclosed space, ultra-low radiation.
Get Your Detailed Report
Full PDF report within 24 hours: lean mass, body fat % by region, visceral fat, bone density, symmetry analysis.
Track Progress Over Time
Re-scan every 3–6 months on active protocols. Side-by-side trend reports show what's actually changing.
I was on tirzepatide and worried I was losing muscle. Strong Health's DEXA confirmed I'd kept almost all my lean mass while losing 32 lbs of fat. I ride Metrorail from Douglas Road, which beats parking anywhere near the Mile.
Which neighborhoods near Coral Gables does the Brickell clinic also serve?
One clinic serves all of Miami, find the guide for your neighborhood.
One clinic, every neighborhood: start from the DEXA Scan Miami hub, or read the science in our full DEXA guide.
What do Coral Gables patients ask about DEXA scans?
Frequently Asked Questions
Is there a DEXA scan in Coral Gables?
Does the DEXA scan include bone density for osteoporosis screening?
Can University of Miami students and staff get scanned?
How much does a DEXA scan cost for Coral Gables patients?
General questions, what the scan measures, how to prepare, safety, are answered on the DEXA Scan Miami page and in our full DEXA guide.
Book your DEXA scan near Coral Gables
15 min from Coral Gables to the most accurate body composition test in Miami. 15 minutes on the table. No referral needed. Detailed report within 24 hours.