Radiology

Radiology procedures are used for looking at the internal structures of the body, whether bone or soft tissue. Usually these examinations are carried out to:

• diagnose disease states, such as gallstones, pneumonia
• show the extent of injury to body structures
• to aid in interventional procedures, such as biopsies

Different Radiological methods are used to do this such as, X-ray (also referred to as plain film or CR), Computer Tomography (CT,or CAT scan), Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) and Ultrasound as well as some other specialised types of imaging.

Imaging procedures available:

• Plain X-rays/CR (computed radiography)
• Ultrasound
• Mammography
• Computer Tomography (CT) 
• Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI)

Locations

• North Shore Hospital
  Ph (09) 486 8936
  Open to Outpatients (referred by either the Hospital or their GP)
  Monday - Friday: 8:30am - 4:30 pm
  The department provides service to Hospital Inpatients and to the Emergency Department 24 hrs, 7 days of the week

• Waitakere Hospital
  Ph (09) 839 0510
  Open to Outpatients (referred by either the Hospital or their GP)
  Monday - Friday: 8:30am - 4:30 pm
  The department provides service to Hospital Inpatients and to the Emergency Department 24 hrs, 7 days of the week.