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Diagnostic imaging

Diagnostic imaging formally known as Radiology, provide a variety of services including xray, ultrasounds, CT and MRI scans.

About the service

MRI scanner
MRI scanner

Diagnostic Imaging is a multidisciplinary department who provide high quality diagnostic imaging services and is also known as Radiology. We provide a comprehensive range of diagnostic imaging and interventional procedures for patients across their lifetime.

Services we provide

Our services include:

  • Xray
  • Mobile imagine in theatre
  • MRI
  • CT scans
  • Ultrasounds
  • DEXA
  • Fluroscopy
  • Interventional radiology
  • Biopsies and drainages venous
  • Access procedure
  • Medical physics
  • Pre-assessment clinics
  • Specialist consultant scan reporting

Service opening hours

Xray, CT & MRI – 7 days a week
A&E – 24/7, 7 days a week
Dexa & interventional radiology: Monday – Friday
MRI, CT & Xray at Blaydon – 7 days a week
Ultrasound at Blaydon: Monday – Friday
Ultrasound at Gateshead Health: Monday – Friday
Ultrasound at Gateshead Health: Weekends

How to contact the service

General queries 0191 445 2485
MRI Appointment queries 0191 445 3782
CT/US/Xray Appointment queries 0191 445 2491