Imaging

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.
Is the largest 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.
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.
We offer:
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.
You can book an appointment by phoning 020 7480 4600 (and then select from the options given)
We offer:
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.
Service | Opening hours | Contact number | Option number | |
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 |
Referrals for all procedures can be accepted from consultants, SpRs, GPs, FY1 and FY2 doctors and approved non-medical referrers.
When making an imaging referral, please ensure that it is done so according to the criteria set out in iRefer (available to all referrers within Barts Health and to external referrers where their institution has granted them access). For PET-CT examinations, the criteria set out in PET-CT indications – RCR are used.
For Nuclear Medicine procedures (including PET and therapy procedures), if you do not have access to iRefer, the following resources should be used to guide your referral:
The ionising radiation dose associated with each procedure is listed within the individual guidelines, which should be taken into account when deciding the most appropriate study for the clinical question.
If you are uncertain about the referral criteria for a particular study, please contact the relevant department to discuss further with the practitioner responsible for that study. Please note that incomplete referrals cannot be accepted.
General/plain film x-rays are carried out at all hospitals, Monday to Friday, 9am-5pm.
Tel: 020 3594 0195
Access imaging and Dexa scan referral forms
Once completed, the imaging referral form should be faxed to: 020 3594 3199 or posted to: DEXA Scanner; Second floor, main building; The Royal London Hospital; Whitechapel; London E1 1BB.
Appointments direct line: 020 8535 6716
Fax: 020 8535 6874
Ultrasound appointments should be pre-booked and can be made by faxing, posting or delivering the form by hand.
This service offers an open-access service for patients referred by their GPs.
Opening times: Monday to Friday, 9am-noon and 2pm-4.30pm (except bank holidays). Emergency and outpatient referrals are seen between noon and 2pm.
Please contact us if you require:
When sending an email please provide the following information:
Opening times: Monday to Friday, 8.45am-5pm
Tel: 020 7363 8926
This service is for plain film x-rays only.
Tel: 020 3594 4809
Fax: 020 8223 8852
We offer:
Tel: 020 3594 1500
Fax: 020 3594 3199
We offer:
Tel: 020 3594 0141
Fax: 020 3594 3199
Tel: 020 8535 6721
Fax: 020 8535 6719
Opening times: Monday to Friday, 9.30am-3.30pm
Patients can be seen without an appointment if they attend between these times and are prepared to wait for the request to be checked, and then wait to be seen in order of time of arrival.
Pre-booked appointments can be made by faxing, posting or delivering the form by hand.