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At Kingsbridge Private Hospital in Sligo the next generation of MRI scanning is now available through our partnership with Alliance Medical.
The Kingsbridge Private Hospital in Sligo now offers one of the most advanced clinical MRI scan facilities in Ireland with the ability to scan all areas including Neurology, MSK, Abdominal and Cardiac.
The combination of the latest scanning technology, five star facilities and comprehensive scanning service options places our Diagnostic Centre at the forefront of private MRI scanning and imaging in Ireland.
Alliance Medical is pleased to announce the installation of a state of the art 1.5T MRI Scanner which utilises the ground-breaking AIR™ Coil Technology to enhance patient comfort and experience at the Kingsbridge Private Hospital Sligo.
Kingsbridge Hospital Sligo is now part of Alliance Medical’s network of 32 Diagnostic Imaging Centres Nationwide, where patient centred services are driven by quality and patient care.
The state of the art 1.5T Philips Ingenia MRI scanner is currently one of the most advanced clinical units in Ireland with the ability to scan all areas including Neurology, MSK, Abdominal and Cardiac.
This NEW MRI Scanner will provide superior scanning services, fast appointments and which is accessible to everyone throughout Sligo and neighbouring counties in the North West of Ireland.
The investment in this scanner, by Alliance Medical, brings the latest in MRI technology to Sligo.
The new MRI is a wide bore scanner and along with the unique AIR™ Coil Technology and faster scan times creates a much better scan experience for all patients especially for children and those who suffer from claustrophobia, whilst providing superior image quality.
Our Head and Spine coil also has the unique ability to tilt allowing maximum comfort for patients with kyphosis and those unable to lay flat.
By providing better patient outcomes through increased patient comfort, reduced scan times and high image quality, Alliance Medical will deliver much needed diagnostic services to the people of Sligo and the North West Ireland Region.
Resulting in faster diagnosis - The Clinician can go right to the pathology and figure out what’s wrong thus giving the possible outcome for the patient.
Prof Martin Graves University of Cambridge UK – ‘For patients who find it difficult to tolerate MRI, this scanner reduces scan times, allowing us to scan patients from whom we previously wouldn’t be able to get any useful data.’
Importantly, enabling access to faster diagnosis of medical conditions can assist Doctors and clinicians to achieve better outcomes for the patient.
Clinically all of our coils incorporate Philips-exclusive direct digital technology; allowing higher resolutions while maintaining crystal clear images.
MRI emits no radiation and has no known detrimental effects on the patient. It is a quick, safe painless procedure.
MRI provides clear, detailed images for a variety of pathology and soft tissue injures. Including but not exhaustive:
Our private MRI Scan, Imaging and Diagnostic Service can be booked using the BOOK A SCAN link, following referral via Healthlink, email or fax.
Referrals can be arranged by simply:
Magnetic Resonance Imaging, otherwise known as MRI, is used to take images of the body's organs without producing X-rays.
When you arrive at our Diagnostic and Imaging Centre you will be greeted by our friendly reception staff and asked to fill out your safety questionnaire.
Some important things for us to determine are:
You will be asked to remove all metallic objects from your body and may be asked to change into a patient gown.
You will then have the option to choose your preferred music playlist and the lights in our ambient room that you find most pleasing while completing your scan.
Once on the MRI scanner, a piece of equipment called a coil will be placed around the affected area and the scan will commence. The examination is completely painless.
The total scan time is usually 20 minutes per body area. We recommend arriving at least 15 minutes prior to your appointment so that we can go through the necessary checks and to answer any questions you may have.
No. You can drive, eat and drink as normal.
MRI and X-Ray scans are covered for members of:
Currently these does not apply to members with Laya, or Irish Life cover.
It provides clear, detailed images for a variety of pathology. Including, but not exhaustive:
An MRI emits no radiation and has no known detrimental effects on the patient. It is a safe painless procedure.
For safety reasons, patients with the following implants are not suitable for this procedure due to the strong magnetic fields used in MRI:
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