Magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) at Vancouver General Hospital

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Magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) uses a specialized machine with strong magnets and radio waves to create detailed images of the body.

It is a safe way to get a closer look at structures and tissues in your body including the brain, spine, joints, muscles, abdomen, and blood vessels.

How to access

Get a referral

Have your physician complete a regional MRI requisition form and appropriateness checklist.
Confirm appointment

A medical imaging clerk will contact patients to book an appointment.

Call 604-875-4684 to change or cancel an appointment.

Monday: 8:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m.
Tuesday: 8:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m.
Wednesday: 8:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m.
Thursday: 8:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m.
Friday: 8:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m.
Saturday: 9:00 a.m. to 6:30 p.m.
Sunday: 9:00 a.m. to 6:30 p.m.

We operate 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.

How to get here

This service is located inside the Leon Judah Blackmore Pavilion within Vancouver General Hospital.

Vancouver General Hospital (VGH)

Vancouver General Hospital (VGH) offers specialized health-care services to residents in Vancouver and across the province through regional programs. We provide a full range of basic and highly specialized emergency health-care and trauma services to British Columbia.