General Radiography (X-Ray)

Alberta Health Services - Provincial Health Services


Description
General Radiography provides x-rays of the body.

General Radiography uses x-rays to produce images of the structures inside the body, particularly bones. X-ray beams can pass through the body, but they are absorbed in different amounts depending on the density of the material they pass through.


Key Provider: medical radiation technologists (MRTs), radiologists
Eligibility
No
Application Process
Service Access: Professional Referral Required, Healthcare providers should consult the Alberta Referral Directory for service referral information. General radiography (X-Ray) examinations are generally performed on a drop-in basis during normal operating hours (see specific locations for hours of operations) Fluoroscopy require an appointment, check your location as not all sites offer this service. A legal guardian must accompany all patients under the age of 18, or any patient that does not have the capacity 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
780-735-7141
Fax
780-735-7065
Languages
Interpreter/Translation services - Language interpretation available on prescheduled basis
Fees
Fee: No


Fee Reduction: N/A
Membership Fee: N/A
Accessibility
Wheelchair access: Yes -
Other disabled access: Yes - Parking stalls, ramps, and elevators.
Agency Information
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Last Verified On
May 3, 2024
Address
1100 Youville Drive NW
Edmonton, AB, T6L 5X8

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


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Hours of Operation
24/7 -

No outpatient services. Patients must be referred by physicians practicing within the Hospital.