Diagnostic Imaging Services in Ipswich

At Nuffield Health Ipswich Hospital, our experienced radiology team provides a comprehensive range of diagnostic imaging services to help diagnose, monitor and guide treatment for a wide range of conditions.

With rapid access to appointments, convenient scheduling and expert reporting by consultant radiologists, you receive the answers you need quickly and with confidence.

We offer:

• MRI scans
• CT scans
• X-rays
• Ultrasound scans
• Echocardiograms
• Mammography and breast screening

Why choose Nuffield Health Ipswich Hospital for diagnostic imaging?

At Nuffield Health Ipswich Hospital, we understand that waiting for a diagnostic test can be an anxious experience. That's why we're committed to providing a seamless, reassuring service from referral through to results.

Our expert radiographers and consultant radiologists deliver high-quality diagnostic imaging in a welcoming hospital environment, ensuring you receive the care, support and reassurance you need throughout your visit.

Benefits of choosing us include:

• Access to a wide range of diagnostic imaging services in one location
• Short waiting times and rapid access to appointments
• State-of-the-art imaging technology
• Consultant-led reporting on all examinations
• Friendly, experienced radiology specialists
• Fast turnaround of results, often within a few days.

To access a private scan or test, you'll need a referral from your GP, physiotherapist or consultant, ensuring the examination is clinically appropriate for your needs.

Whether you're attending for an MRI scan, ultrasound or X-ray, our dedicated team will ensure your experience is as comfortable and stress-free as possible.

Key diagnostic scans we offer in Ipswich

MRI scans

MRI (Magnetic Resonance Imaging) uses powerful magnets and radio waves to produce highly detailed images of the body's internal structures. Your GP, physiotherapist or consultant may refer you for an MRI scan to investigate:

• persistent or unexplained pain
• sports injuries or trauma
• joint, muscle or ligament problems
• brain and spinal conditions
• organ abnormalities
• cancer diagnosis or treatment monitoring
• neurological disorders, including multiple sclerosis.

MRI scans are particularly effective when detailed imaging is required beyond what can be seen on an X-ray or ultrasound.

Your healthcare professional will refer you for an MRI scan if clinically appropriate.

CT Scan

CT (Computed Tomography) scans produce detailed cross-sectional images of the
body's internal structures and can support the diagnosis of a wide range of medical conditions.

CT scanning is commonly used in:

• abdomen and pelvis imaging
• cardiology and heart assessments
• CT colonography (large bowel)
• CT enterography (small intestine)
• musculoskeletal (MSK) imaging
• neurological imaging of the brain and spine
• vascular imaging of blood vessels.

A referral from your healthcare professional is required before booking a CT scan. Once received, our team will help arrange your appointment at a convenient time.

X-rays

X-rays are one of the most commonly used diagnostic imaging tests and can help diagnose a wide range of conditions affecting bones, joints and internal organs. They are often used to investigate:

• broken bones and fractures*
• joint and musculoskeletal conditions
• scoliosis
• bone and soft tissue infections
• lung conditions, including pneumonia
• certain heart abnormalities
• some cancerous and non-cancerous tumours.

We require a referral from a GP or consultant before booking an X-ray.

*If you think you may have a broken bone, we recommend attending A&E to ensure you receive the appropriate assessment and follow-up care.

Ultrasound scans

We offer a wide range of ultrasound examinations and ultrasound-guided procedures, performed by experienced consultant radiologists.

Ultrasound services include:

• musculoskeletal (MSK)
• abdominal*
• gynaecological*
• breast
• vascular
• testicular
• soft tissue imaging
• ultrasound-guided injections.

Ultrasound scans provide a safe and effective way to assess a variety of conditions without the use of radiation.

Ultrasound-guided injections can be used to accurately deliver treatment to joints, tendons and soft tissues, helping to improve precision and patient outcomes.

Following referral from your healthcare professional, we'll arrange your ultrasound scan or ultrasound-guided injection and guide you through the next steps.

*We accept self-referrals for ovarian ultrasound scans and abdominal aortic aneurysm (AAA) screening examinations.

Echocardiogram

How to book a test or scan at Nuffield Health Ipswich Hospital

Once you have your referral, our team will help arrange a convenient appointment at a time that suits you.