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Need to know
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What happens icon plus
When you arrive at one of our MRI departments, we'll provide you with a robe to change into. We'll then take you to an MRI room where your consultant radiographer will explain the scan to you. When you're ready to begin, they'll ask you to lie down on a bed before moving it into the scanner. Your consultant radiographer will then go into a control room and start the fMRI scan. They may ask you to perform certain movements during the scan. This is so they can take images of your brain activity. An fMRI can take up to two hours. You might hear a loud knocking sound during it but we'll provide you with protective earbuds beforehand. -
How to prepare icon plus
There isn't any special preparation involved for an fMRI scan. It can take up to two hours and you'll be able to home straight after. -
Afterwards icon plus
After your scan, our consultant radiographer will analyse the results. They'll send their findings to your HCA GP or consultant who'll explain the results to you. They'll also let you know if you need any further tests or treatments.
Our consultants
From complex surgery to straightforward procedures, we provide exceptional care across our network of hospitals, outpatient centres and specialist clinics.
Our facilities
From complex surgery to straightforward procedures, we provide exceptional care across our network of hospitals, outpatient centres and specialist clinics.
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London Bridge Hospital
27 Tooley Street
London
SE1 2PR
Appointments & Enquiries 020 7234 2009
Imaging Appointments 020 7234 2773
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The Harley Street Clinic
35 Weymouth Street
London
W1G 8BJ
Appointments 020 7034 8181
Enquiries 020 7935 7700
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The Wellington Hospital
Wellington Place
London NW8 9LE
Appointments 0207 483 5148
Enquiries 0207 586 5959
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Chiswick Medical Centre
Chiswick Medical Centre, Bond House
347-353 Chiswick High Road
London W4 4HS
Call 020 3131 6248
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The Princess Grace Hospital
42-52 Nottingham Place
London W1U 5NY
Appointments 020 7908 8001
Enquiries 020 7486 1234
