Imaging

Adult patient in scanner

Imaging

Clinician reviewing scans on computer

We operate one of the largest imaging centres in the country

Offering a personalised service using the latest scanning technology

We offer medical imaging and diagnostic services, ranging from routine x-rays to specialist scans and interventional procedures such as angioplasties, as well as medical imaging.

Cardiac imaging

Patient going into a scanner

Our award-winning cardiac imaging service is one of the largest units of its kind in Europe.

Cardiac imaging uses CT and MRI scans of the heart to diagnose various conditions.

Our dedicated team are committed to providing an excellent level of service, using research to develop the latest techniques.

The service, which is regularly audited to maintain high standards of care, calls on the support of our world-leading consultant cardiologists.

For patients

Photo of radiologist and imaging scanner

We offer a range of services

In a caring environment

We know that coming into hospital for an x-ray or scan can be daunting.

Every procedure is different but you’ll be kept fully informed of what is going to happen before, during and after the tests.

We use advanced technology that enables x-rays and scans to be stored electronically and viewed on a computer monitor rather than on a lightbox, helping to improve both the quality and speed of your treatment.

Please note: if you are diabetic, particularly if you take Metformin, please let us know in advance so that we can make special arrangements.

Services available

Read our patient information

Referring to our imaging services

Clinicians discussing a scan

Refer to our services

We accept referrals from GPs, community providers and private care.

Please refer to our services via tQuest. If you do not have access to tQuest, please complete a paper referral for Dexa scans [doc] 100KB and Imaging services [pdf] 82KB.

Contact our imaging services

St Bartholomew’s Hospital

We offer:

  • Radiology (including ultrasound, CT and MRI scanning)
  • Cardiac angiography
  • Nuclear medicine and PET CT scans
  • Breast screening and symptomatic breast radiology
  • Interventional radiology

Opening times

We are open between 9.00am and 5.00pm, Monday to Friday, for most scans.

We offer extended opening hours for MRI, CT and US (8.00am to 8.00pm), including weekends, on an ad hoc basis.

The x-ray service operates on a walk in basis. You can book an appointment at the imaging reception between 9am and 4.30pm, Monday to Friday.

Phone us

You can book an appointment by phoning 020 7480 4600 (and then select from the options given)

  • For MRI (magnetic resonance imaging): option 2
  • For CT (computed tomography): option 3
  • For US (ultrasound): option 4

Whipps Cross Hospital 

We offer:

  • Radiology (including x-rays, ultrasound, CT and MRI scanning)
  • Fluoroscopy
  • Interventional radiology
  • Nuclear medicine
  • Dental and maxillo-facial radiology
  • DEXA scanning

If you require an x-ray, we offer a walk-in service. For all other scans, please book an appointment in advance by phoning our team.

Whipps Cross imaging contact details
Service Opening hours Contact number Option number Email
General x-rays 9am-4pm x26011 1 Email us
Ultrasound 9am-5pm 020 7767 3323 2 Email us
Computed tomography (CT) 9am-5pm 020 7767 3323 3  
Magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) 9am-5pm 020 7767 3323   Email us
Fluoroscopy 9am-5pm x24758    
Interventional radiology 9am-5pm x24721/2472    
Dental scanning 9am-4.30pm x24753    
DEXA scanning 9am-5pm 020 8524 7462   Email us