Critical Care - Imaging
Imaging provides services including routine radiological x-rays and diagnostic examinations by way of Nuchal Transluceny (NT) scans, Obstetric and Gynaecology and Infertility Ultrasound, Bone Densitometry, and Hysterosalpingograms. The workload within the department is supported by a team of dedicated Radiographers, Ultrasonographers and administrative staff who co-ordinate and schedule appointments collaboratively working within the other directorates in coordinating the patient pathway.
Location and Opening Hours
The Imaging department is based on the ground floor near to the ambulance entrance and is open 8.30am to 5.00pm, Monday to Friday. An on-call service is provided for radiology out of hours for emergencies.
Clinical Services - The Imaging department provides clinical services to all specialties within the trust and other organisations. This comprises of providing a service to:'
- Antenatal Clinic
- Wards
- Neonates Intensive Care Unit
- Emergency Room
- Theatres
- GP’s
- Gynae-oncology
- Urodynamics
- Reproductive Medicine
X-Ray and Ultrasound Information
The department provides an Ultrasound/X-ray service and advice to inpatients / outpatient and to Trust staff. A comprehensive Ultrasound/X-Ray Information service is provided. This provides specialist advice on scans and x-rays to patients when they visit the department, should they have any queries about their treatment.
Contacts
Yvette Edwards – Radiology Services Manager ext 4187
Catherine O’Keefe - Business IT Specialist / PACS/RIS ext 4468
