CT & MRI Imaging: Wood Green CDC

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Computerised tomography (CT) and magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) scans are available through GP direct-access appointments.

Appointments: Monday-Friday 8am-8pm, Saturday 8am-4pm

Patient results

Scan results are provided back to the referrer within five working days, or direct to the emergency department of the patient's choice if urgent or life-threatening (a copy of the report will be sent to the GP). All critical alerts or significant findings will be highlighted to the referring GP through approved alert system and directed accordingly.

If not received enquire by email
e: referrals.woodgreencdc@nhs.net

For CT/MRI service queries

Ebuka Iloha (CT/MRI Lead Radiographer)
e: chukwuebuka.iloha@nhs.net

For operational queries

Michael Adebowale (Operational Service Manager)
e: m.adebowale@nhs.net

Non-specific Symptoms Rapid Diagnostic Centre pathway

Wood Green CDC supports the Rapid Diagnostic Centre pathway from North Middlesex University Hospital (NMUH) via its CT department. This enables faster imaging access for patients with non-specific symptoms such as unexplained weight loss, abdominal pain, or fatigue. The pathway helps to:

Rule cancer in or out
Recommend next steps
Suggest primary care follow-up where needed.

NHS Targeted Lung Health Check Programme

In collaboration with University College London Hospitals (UCLH), the Lung Health London pilot programme invites individuals aged 55-74 who currently smoke or have smoked in the past to:

an initial consultation with a healthcare professional
followed by a low-dose CT scan, if indicated.

Eligibility Criteria

Inclusions

adult patients aged 18+
ambulant or partially ambulant patients
- the CDC can accommodate patients who can move in and out of a wheelchair independently or with minimal assistance. A hoist is available at the CDC but patients should be advised to bring their own sling if possible

See download for more detailed criteria for CT & MRI

Exclusions

paediatrics
transport patients
obstetrics

For CT

CT colonography, interventional

For MRI

patients with heart cardiac pacemakers/ICD, pacing wire or cardiac loop recorders
breast, proctograms, cardiac

How to Refer

EMIS form

Referral methods: Email

For routine requests, complete the Imaging Adult Referral Form NCL - Wood Green CDC form.
For all GP Direct Access urgent suspected cancer imaging requests, complete the Urgent Direct Access Imaging Request Form (adult & paed) Suspected Cancer – NCL form.
If imaging supports referral for USC, a separate USC referral form will need to be completed (see relevant USC service page for details).

Email forms to referrals.woodgreencdc@nhs.net