Medical Imaging & Radiology service

Patient information

Medical imaging (also known as radiology or diagnostic imaging) refers to several different technologies that are used to produce images of internal bodily structures including bones, organs and tissues. These images help medical staff to diagnose, treat or monitor medical conditions.

Each type of medical imaging technology gives different information about the area of the body being studied or treated.

On this page

• What we do
• How to access this service
• Cost for this service
• Location
• What to bring to your appointment
• Opening hours
• Your test results
• Useful links

What we do

Imaging services provided at Blacktown Hospital include:

• MRI
• X-Ray
• Ultrasound
• CT

Imaging services provided at Mount Druitt Hospital include:

• MRI
• X-Ray
• Ultrasound
• CT 

How to access this service

We accept all valid medical imaging referrals, not just those specifically addressed to the hospital.

For examinations requiring an appointment, you can call imaging reception or email your referral to [email protected] and we will contact you. 

Cost for this service

All eligible examinations are fully covered by Medicare with no out of pocket expenses.

Charges apply for examinations that aren't covered by Medicare.

Location

Our medical imaging services are based at Blacktown and Mount Druitt hospital campuses. You can find information about parking and public transport options on the Getting to Blacktown & Mount Druitt Hospitals webpage.

What to bring to your appointment

• your referral letter
• your Medicare card
• any previous scans you have had for the same area of the body or for the same medical condition
• comfortable clothing to wear
• a list of medications you take (or the boxes). Please include medicines you have bought without a prescription like herbal supplements and vitamins
• glasses, hearing aid, walking frame (if you need them)
• your carer if you need assistance in any way, e.g. moving from chair to chair or using the toilet

Opening hours

Your test results

Your test results will be faxed to your referring doctor.

You can also collect your results directly from the BMDH Medical Imaging Department.

Useful links

• RadiologyInfo.org 
• Inside Radiology