You'll be greeted by a warm, welcoming staff in a calming, spacious environment. They will ask you to remove all metallic objects from your body and place them in a locked cabinet in your changing suite.

No preparation is necessary for most MRI scans and the majority of our patients are not asked to fast or follow a special diet. However, if you have certain types of scans you may be asked not to eat or drink for several hours before the test.

Our technologist will help you settle you onto the scanning bed and ensure your comfort with a pillow, soft blanket and your choice of satellite radio tunes.

You'll be able to see the room around you and interact with a family member, but it's very important that you lie as still as possible during your exam, as any motion will affect the image quality. Most MRIs take about 45 minutes. The tests are painless and there are no known harmful effects.