At The Clementine Churchill Hospital, our diagnostic and imaging department offers fast access to investigations for patients who live in Harrow, Wembley or Northolt.
Operated by a team of highly skilled, professionally accredited Radiographers, Mammographers, and Specialist Consultant Radiologists the Diagnostic Imaging services at The Clementine Churchill Hospital in Harrow include:
Results are typically available within 24 hours to allow fast diagnosis and treatment. Diagnostic imaging reports are available to the referrer within 48 hours of the examination. Urgent reports are available on the same day, by request.
Private Ultrasound in Harrow
Diagnostic ultrasound is a non-invasive imaging modality using high frequency sound waves to produce images of various soft tissue structures within the body. A wide range of high-quality images can be produced of the following areas:
- General
- Musculoskeletal / joints
- Urology including trans-rectal examinations and biopsy of the prostate
- Vascular
- Gynaecology
- Thyroid
- Eye
- Abdomen and pelvis
We also provide ultrasound guided interventions/examinations including:
- Joint injection – diagnostic and therapeutic
- Aspiration
- Biopsy
- Fluid drainage
Private Breast Imaging in Harrow:
The breast imaging service provides comprehensive breast imaging service including:
- Full field digital mammography
- Breast ultrasound
- Fine needle aspiration
- Core biopsy
Our breast radiologists perform all examinations along with our Radiographers, who work cohesively with our consultant breast surgeons and breast care nurses, ensuring you receive the highest standard of compassion and care.
Private MRI Scanning in Harrow
Magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) has become an invaluable tool in the detection and monitoring of many diseases. It uses a combination of strong magnetic fields and radio waves to produce detailed images of the body, without the risk of ionising radiation, and minimum discomfort to you.
Our MRI unit is home to a Siemens 1.5 Tesla Scanner, and a 1.5 Tesla Mobile Scanner. These imaging devices are capable of scanning all parts of the body, producing high quality resolution scans in 20-40 minutes (depending on the part of the body being scanned). The MRI unit is open seven days per week, so you will be able to come and see us for your scan at the weekend.
MRI scans can show muscles, joints, bone marrow, blood vessels, nerves and other structures within your body, MRI examinations available include:
- Head
- Spine
- Musculoskeletal / joints
- Abdomen and pelvis
- Breast
- Chest
- Cardiac
- Vascular
To book an appointment for MRI Scanning please call us at 0208 872 3903.
Private CT Scanner in Harrow
A CT scanner is a sophisticated diagnostic tool used to see what’s going on inside various parts of your body.
It combines different scans taken from various angles to create a detailed picture of the targeted area without having to make a single incision.
We’re excited to announce that our imaging department is now home to the Canon Aquilion ONE / PRISM Edition Spectral CT Scanner.
This highly advanced system uses the latest technology to offer our most accurate CT scans yet.
The system’s conventional and spectral scanning capabilities are enhanced by artificial intelligence (AI), which offers intelligent clinical insights.
For you, this means:
- More accurate and precise results compared to less advanced CT scanners
- Greater detail and clearer results give your doctor greater confidence in diagnosis
- Faster results, delivered to your medical team in real time
- A more accurate machine has the potential to reduce the length of your scan
CT scanning examinations available at The Clementine Churchill Hospital Harrow include:
- Head
- Spine
- Joints / Musculoskeletal
- Abdomen
- Pelvis
- Chest
- Cardiac
- Vascular
Private Fluoroscopy screening and interventional procedures in Harrow
At The Clementine Churchill Hospital Harrow, we provide private fluoroscopy screening which uses x-rays to obtain images of the required body part.
Our team of dedicated Interventional Radiologists and Radiographers provide you with a fully integrated service throughout your private treatment.
Private Nuclear Medicine in Harrow
We are very pleased to announce the installation of our new SPECT/CT scanner.
The scanner can take a range of nuclear medicine examinations for the diagnosis, management and treatment of various conditions. The SPECT/CT scanner combines functional 3D information provided by Nuclear Medicine imaging (SPECT scan) with the framework of a low-dose CT scan. The images are then fused together to provide highly accurate anatomical and functional detail in 3D. This allows medical specialists to pinpoint the exact location of any abnormality more accurately.
Highly detailed information is provided by a SPECT/CT scan. A detailed analysis of internal organs, bone structures and tissue is provided. A SPECT/CT can be performed on any part of the body depending on the clinical history and current diagnosis.
To make an appointment for a SPECT CT Scanning please call 0208 872 3701.
Private O-arm® Surgical Imaging System in Harrow
The Spinal Unit at The Clementine Churchill Hospital in Harrow has a unique multi-dimensional surgical imaging system called the O-arm, which is one of only a few in the UK.
The O-arm® Surgical Imaging System is a surgical imaging platform that is optimised for use in spinal, orthopaedic, and trauma related surgeries. It provides real-time imaging of the patient during surgery, with high quality images in both 2D and 3D.
Opening hours
- Monday - Friday: 8am- 9pm
- Saturday: 9am-6pm (MRI unit); 8:30am-14:00pm (other diagnostic services)
- Sunday: 10am- 4pm (MRI unit only)
Some appointments are available within 24 hours.
Payment Options
Accessing private healthcare is easy, whether you choose to pay directly or use private medical insurance.
If you are paying for yourself, we can usually offer an upfront cost which you can then choose to pay in full or access one of our easy payment options.