Magnetic Resonance Imaging

Alberta Health Services - Provincial Health Services


Description
Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) is a medical imaging technique used in Diagnostic Imaging to investigate the anatomy and function of the body in both health and disease.

MRI scanners use strong magnetic fields and radiowaves to form images of the body. The technique is widely used in hospitals for medical diagnosis, staging of disease and for follow-up without exposure to ionizing radiation.

Used for many exams, including: head, spine, heart, bone / joints, and abdomen.


Key Provider: licensed practical nurses (LPNs), medical radiology technologists(MRTs), radiologists, registered nurses (RNs)
Eligibility
No
Application Process
Service Access: Professional Referral Required, Healthcare providers should consult the Alberta Referral Directory for service referral information. A legal guardian must accompany all patients under the age of 18, or any patient that does not have the capcity to consent. Mature minors may be able to give consent.
Referral Process: No


Waiting Period: Yes,

An estimated wait time will be provided at the time of appointment booking.


Telephone
403-943-4570
Fax
403-476-4741
Languages
Interpreter/Translation services
Fees
Fee: No


Fee Reduction: N/A
Membership Fee: N/A
Accessibility
Wheelchair access: Yes - On major bus route and lifts on site.
Other disabled access: N/A -
Agency Information
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Last Verified On
May 3, 2024
Address
Peter Lougheed Centre; 3500 26 Avenue NE
Calgary, AB, T1Y 6J4

This facility provides a range of healthcare services including a 24/7 emergency department.


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Hours of Operation
Mon
06:30 AM to 11:30 PM
Tue
06:30 AM to 11:30 PM
Wed
06:30 AM to 11:30 PM
Thu
06:30 AM to 11:30 PM
Fri
06:30 AM to 11:30 PM
Sat
07:00 AM to 05:00 PM
Sun
07:00 AM to 05:00 PM

On call coverage after hours.