Where are we?
Brisbane Private Imaging (BPI) is a brand new state-of-the-art diagnostic imaging facility located on level 5 of Brisbane Private Hospital, 259 Wickham Terrace, Brisbane.
Our Team
At Brisbane Private Imaging our team of dedicated radiologists, radiographers, nurses and support staff are available to ensure that you receive the highest quality service. If you have any questions regarding your testing please contact our staff on 07 3834 6125 and we will be happy to answer your questions.
Our Radiologists
Our team of expert radiologists are accomplished across the full breadth of modern imaging. They have a very keen interest in musculoskeletal imaging, pain management, cardiac, oncology, vascular, urology, ENT, gastroenterology and interventional radiology. These radiologists are highly regarded and regularly invited guest speakers at national radiology meetings.
Dr Greg Cowderoy
Greg trained in radiology at the Royal Brisbane Hospital from 1987-1992. He developed his interest in musculoskeletal imaging and image guided procedures through the 1990s. He introduced musculoskeletal ultrasound into his practice and has been invited to speak on musculoskeletal imaging throughout Australia. During his career, Dr Cowderoy has served as Chairman of the QDI Board and since 2004 has been Director of Radiology at Brisbane Private Hospital. Areas of special interest include musculoskeletal imaging, image guided procedures and vascular access.
Dr John McGuire
John trained in radiology at the Royal Brisbane Hospital and completed a musculoskeletal imaging fellowship at the Edinburgh Royal Infirmary in 1996.
Dr McGuire was a consultant radiologist at QDI and was the radiologist in Charge of Holy Spirit Northside Hospital for over seven years. John's areas of special interest include musculoskeletal radiology, imaging guided procedures, cardiac CT and gastrointestinal imaging including virtual colonoscopy.
Dr Paul O’Connell
Paul trained in radiology at the Mater Misericordiae Hospital in Brisbane, The Royal Infirmary in Edinburgh before undertaking a neuroradiology fellowship at the Medical University of South Carolina, Charleston. Dr O'Connell has been Director of Radiology at St. Andrew's War Memorial Hospital for over 10 years. Dr O’Connell’s specialty interests are MRI, neuroradiology, musculoskeletal imaging and pain management including radiofrequency ablations.
Our Equipment
At Brisbane Private Imaging we offer state of the art technology across MRI, CT, Ultrasound and general X-ray.
Our 3T wide aperture, short bore Siemens MRI Scanner is the most technologically advanced MRI scanner within the clinical market. It is also the most patient friendly MRI scanner available due to its speed of imaging and wider patient aperture. This combines to allow shorter scan times in a more comfortable environment for the patient. The scanner is ideal for larger patients and for people who suffer from claustrophobia.
Our CT scanner is a 64-slice scanner which produces very high resolution images and is capable of cardiac imaging.
How do I make an Appointment?
For an appointment please contact one of our friendly office staff on 07 3834 6125.
To speed up the registration process you can fax your referral to us on 07 3834 6137.
To download a copy of the Brisbane Private Imaging referral form (for doctor use only) click here.
To download a printer friendly version of the Brisbane Private Imaging referral form (for doctor use only) click here.
Opening hours
Brisbane Private Imaging is open Monday to Friday between 9:00am and 5:00pm. Some bookings can be made outside these hours with prior approval. We endeavour to be as accommodating as possible so just call and we’ll see what we can do.
We are open on Saturday and Sunday to provide diagnostic imaging services to the Hospital.
What services do we offer?
Brisbane Private Imaging provides high quality diagnostic medical imaging services to outpatients and inpatients alike.
The following imaging Services are available:
| Plain film x-ray |
Full range available |
| Computed Tomography (CT) |
Neurological
Spinal
Abdominal/Pelvic
Cancer Staging
Angiography
Cardiac Scoring
Coronary CT Angiography
Musculoskeletal
Arthrograms
Drainages/biopsies/localised injections
|
| Screening and Interventional Procedures |
Gastro-intestinal Studies
Drainages/biopsies/localised injections
Discograms
Myelograms
Arthrograms
PICC line insertions
Other specialist procedures
|
| Ultrasound |
Musculoskeletal
Abdominal
Renal
Pelvic
Prostate
Renal Arteries
Mesenteric Arteries
Obstetric Ultrasound
Echocardiography |
| Magnetic Resonance Imaging |
Neurological
Spinal
Musculoskeletal
Abdominal and Pelvis
|
Preparation for your test
When arranging your appointment our staff will advise you of the preparation procedures you will required to perform prior to your test.
If you have any questions related to any of the preparations, please contact us on 07 3834 6125.
What to wear for MRI examinations
Try and wear comfortable and loose fitting clothing, without metal zips or fasteners if possible. This should reduce the requirement to change you into a hospital gown. Make sure you remove all jewellery and do not wear heavy makeup or mascara.
MRI Safety
Because of the strong magnetic fields and fluctuating gradient magnetic fields associated with MRI scanners please be aware of the following safety precautions:
If you have any of the following, contact the department immediately:
· Current or previous Cardiac Pacemaker
· Aneurysm clips in your brain
· Neural or Spinal Stimulator device
· Cochlear implant
If you have had a penetrating eye injury with a metal object or foreign body, please phone the department. We may need to arrange an x-ray prior to your MRI.
MRI Contrast agents
Sometimes we need to give an injection of a gadolinium-based contrast agent as part of the MRI examination. This is often required where patients have had surgery at the site we are imaging or for angiographic studies. Some specialised Abdominal and Pelvic MRI exams will also require contrast. Please let us know if you are suffering any renal impairment at the time of your appointment booking. We may need to arrange a blood test to determine your current renal function.
If you have any questions related to any of the preparations, please contact us on 07 3834 6125.
Parking
Parking is available in the Brisbane Private Hospital carpark (see map below).
Accounts
Please make arrangements for full payments on the day of your appointment.
DVA and Pensioners will have no out-of-pocket expenses except for MRI examinations.
Medical Imaging Reports
At Brisbane Private Imaging our team of radiologists attempt to ensure a same day service for all reports. Occasionally, with the more complex examinations this may not be possible.
Feedback and Complaints
If you have any feedback, complaints or comments you wish to pass to us, please feel free to send us a letter or contact us by telephone. We want to ensure that we are offering our patients the highest quality service so appreciate any feedback (good or bad) you may wish to provide.
Contact Us
Brisbane Private Imaging
Brisbane Private Hospital
Level 5, 259 Wickham Terrace
Brisbane QLD 4000
Phone: 07 3834 6125
Fax: 07 3834 6137.
* This phone number can be used for all bookings and general enquiries.
