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Diagnostic Imaging

Huddersfield Private Hospital offers private diagnostic imaging services for Huddersfield and surrounding West Yorkshire. Accepting both self funding and private medical insurance holders, patients can access quick and easy diagnostics. 

Diagnostic imaging in Huddersfield
The Imaging Centre at Huddersfield Private Hospital offers fast and direct access to a wide range of diagnostic services using the most advanced techniques on specialised equipment.

Our centre is staffed with dedicated and experienced Consultant Radiologists who are available to report diagnostic images, provide clinical advice to referring colleagues and carry out interventional radiology procedures. 

Our radiographers and consultant radiologists provide a fully comprehensive service from Monday to Friday. We also offer ad-hoc weekend lists to provide flexibility for out patients.

Beyond our normal hours there is always an ‘on-call’ service. 

 

If you need a scan/x-ray you can send an imaging request form from your own GP, alternatively you can book in with one of our Private GPs or Physiotherapists, they can write a referral for you.

To book an appointment or for any other enquiries please call 01484 550477 or email: [email protected]

We have a state of the art X-ray suite where we can perform a wide range of examinations. We provide flexible appointments to fit in with your availability including evening appointments.

We will ensure that you images are reported by an experienced Consultant Radiologist, a report will then be sent back to your referring clinician so there is no delaying you receiving your results. 

Diagnostic Ultrasounds use high frequency sound waves to produce images of various soft tissue structures within the body. No ionising radiation is involved and there are no reported side effects for this procedure. The Consultant Radiologist or experienced Sonographer will apply gel to the skin of the area examined and images will appear on a monitor. The ultrasound report will be sent to the doctor who referred within 1-3 days, if there are any urgent findings we will notify you doctor the same day.

Ultrasound scans we perform include:

  • Musculoskeletal/joints
  • Lumps and bumps
  • Vascular
  • Gynaecological pelvis scans and transvaginal
  • Urinary tract, testes and penis
  • Thyroid and salivary glands
  • Abdomen and pelvis
  • Gall bladder
  • Liver
  • Hernia and groin

 

We also provide Ultrasound and Fluoroscopy guided joint injections including:

  • Hydrodistension
  • Ultrasound guided Barbotage

These are performed by our expert Consultant Radiologists and our friendly Ultrasound team. We will prioritise your needs and make sure you are as comfortable as possible. We would like to draw your attention to our high volume of 5* Google Reviews, mentioning our Ultrasound Service, highlighting the exceptional care, compassion and professionalism our patients have received from the team. 

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. MRI can assist your Consultant to plan your surgery. 

At Huddersfield Private Hospital we have a mobile MRI scanning unit capable of scanning all parts of the body producing high quality resolution scans. With appointments available weekly, you can be seen at a time that suits you.

MRI scans can show muscles, joints, bone marrow, blood vessels, nerves and other structures within your body, MRI examinations available include:

  • Head and neck
  • Spine
  • Musculoskeletal/ Joints
  • Abdomen and Pelvis
  • Gynaecology Pelvis
  • Hernia Scans
  • Chest
  • Vascular
  • Prostate
  • Scrotum
  • Renal
 

A CT scan is a special type of x-ray test that takes 'slice' pictures of organs and structures in the body. For some scans you'll be given an injection in your arm of a contrast agent or 'radio-opaque' dye. This enables the Radiologist to visualise the anatomy more clearly.

You will be made comfortable on the scanning table. The Radiographer will explain exactly what to expect as this can vary from examination to examination. The table will be moved into the scanner with the part of the body being scanned moved into the middle of the scanner.

CT Scans available:

  • CT Head and Sinuses
  • CT Neck
  • CT Chest
  • CT Chest, abdomen and pelvis
  • CT Abdomen and pelvis
  • CT Renal characterisation
  • CT Musculoskeletal/Joints
  • CT Spine
  • CT Vascular
  • CARDIAC CT

 

Cardiac CT has now arrived at Huddersfield Private Hospital. We are the only private Hospital in Huddersfield to provide this service. Cardiac CT allows us to do an assessment of your heart and coronary arteries, if coronary artery disease is picked up early this allows for better treatment options and outcomes.

You can have a Cardiac CT if:

  • You are a patient with a family history of congenital heart disease
  • You are a patient showing symptoms or concerns of coronary artery disease

This service allows us to perform:

  • Low dose calcium score scans (to see the build up of plaque in the arteries)
  • Coronary artery disease assessment (CTCA)
  • Assessment of cardiac function
  • Luminal assessment to assess arterial patency
  • Scan for surgical planning

If you are worried about your heart health or wanting a heart check, please contact us a book to see one of our Cardiologists who will be able to refer you.

Call us on 01484 530477 or email on: [email protected]

Located just outside Huddersfield city centre, our private hospital sees patients from across the city as well as from Leeds, Bradford, Halifax, Wakefield and wider West Yorkshire. Our patients come from local areas such as Holmfirth, Shepley, Elland, Meltham, Slaithwaite, Horbury and Denby Dale. We also see many patients from further afield. People travel to us to seek the expertise of our experienced consultants and to make the most of our great facilities and compassionate team of healthcare professionals.

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. If you have any questions or would like a quotation for treatment, please contact our self pay team on 01484 550461, or email [email protected].

If you have insurance, we can arrange direct settlement with your insurance provider, although you should check in advance to see if your treatment is covered. For more information, visit our private medical insurance page.

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