General radiography uses x-rays to create an image of the inside of the body. Any part of the body can be examined. The image created is viewed and interpreted by a radiologist to detect and diagnose medical conditions.
At Women’s College Hospital we offer:
- standard x-ray (no appointment required)
Contact Info
76 Grenville St
Floor 2
Toronto, ON M5S 1B2
Hours of Service
Monday to Friday
8:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m
A referral from a physician is required.
ELECTRONIC REFERRALS
The Joint Department of Medical Imaging is now accepting referrals through Ocean eReferral to help everyone save time and to increase efficiency.
Ocean Network eReferral benefits for providers include:
- Accelerates appointment booking by improving communication between providers with secure bidirectional messaging
- Easy to use – integrates with top EMRs such as Telus PSS, Accuro and Oscar
- User friendly web-based portal
- Keeps you and your patients informed of referral status with automated email notifications and EMR status updates
- Patients can confirm appointment electronically
Ocean eReferral Network: For more information about eReferral can be found here.
FAX REFERRALS
The MRI Request Form (.pdf) is PDF writeable enabling external referring physicians to type directly into the form, print, sign and fax to Women’s College Hospital.
Typed requisitions will improve overall legibility and completeness of the forms we receive. Please note this electronic version cannot be populated and saved, but must be printed, signed and faxed to the appropriate number indicated on top of the form.
Learn how to prepare for your upcoming appointment:
What do I need to do to prepare?
You may be asked to put on a hospital gown, remove clothing, jewelry, and any other items covering the area to be examined.
What will I feel during the exam?
The x-ray does not cause any pain or discomfort.
How long will the exam last?
The length of the exam depends on the type of x-ray exam. Be prepared to spend 10 to 30 minutes in the examination room.
What am I supposed to do after my test is done?
No follow up care is required.
When can I expected results?
A report will be sent to your family doctor within 10 days.