An X-ray is a form of ionizing radiation that helps doctors diagnose and treat medical conditions. It exposes you to small doses of radiation to produce a picture of the inside of your body. X-ray is used for a variety of reasons including, but not limited to fractured bones, joint dislocations, pneumonia, arthritis, detection of cancer, and location of foreign objects. If you are pregnant, have medical devices on or in your body, or objects like shrapnel, please let the technologist know in advance of your appointment. 

 

X-Ray studies are performed Monday to Friday from 7:30 a.m. - 5:30 p.m. Patients may book appointments or walk in with a signed requisition from a physician or an Extended Class Nurse (Nurse Practitioner). X-Rays for Scoliosis, Leg Lengths and Skeletal Survey studies must always be pre- booked. To book, call (519) 621-2333 ext. 2249.

 

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General radiography requires a signed requisition (order) from a qualified medical professional. They do not require an appointment, and are completed on a first come first served basis. Please allow time for waiting when you arrive. General x-ray does not require preparation, however, wearing lose fitting clothing without any metal, zippers or buttons is helpful, otherwise you may be required to change into a hospital gown for imaging. 

 

Please bring your health card. If you are late, your appointment may be rescheduled. We do our best to stay on time, if there is a delay, you will be notified. It is a good idea to be prepared in case your appointment runs late. Upon arrival, check in with Patient Registration before proceeding to Diagnostic Imaging Registration. You will be asked to fill out a short medical history form that asks about medications, diseases, or conditions you may have and any family history of osteoporosis.


Let the technologist know if you have had a barium x-ray within the last two weeks or if you had a nuclear medicine scan or injection of an x-ray dye within the last week. If you wish to have a doctor other than your referring doctor copied on the results, please let the receptionist know before your test.


Note: female patients aged 10-55 will be asked if there is any chance of pregnancy. 

You may be asked to change into a hospital gown and remove any jewelry to ensure any metallic objects do not interfere with the diagnostic images. It is recommended you leave valuables at home and notify the technologist if you possible have any metal objects inserted or embedded in your body (e.g., medical devices, shrapnel such as bullet fragments). 

Access your medical images on-line or contact your referring physician. Images are usually provided to your referring physician within two (2) weeks. 
 

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