Access Your Medical Imaging with Cortellucci Vaughan Hospital & PocketHealth
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Access My Records3200 Major Mackenzie Dr W, Vaughan, ON, L6A 4Z3
24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Clinic hours may vary.
There are entrances on Major Mackenzie Drive W, Jane Street, Vaughan Healthcare Circle and Frederick Banting Street. Bus transit lines that run near the hospital include 4, 23, 470, 473 and 88. The hospital is also accessible by York Region Transit via a pedestrian connection from the Major Mackenzie West Terminal.
Wheelchair-accessible entrance, parking lot & washroom
Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI)
Ultrasound
Radiography
Nuclear Medicine/Molecular Imaging
Interventional Radiology
Computerized Tomography (CT)
Fluoroscopy imaging
Echocardiography
X-rays
Bone mineral density
Mammography
Additional Information
Patient drop-off areas are found at the front of the Main Entrance on the south side of the facility or on the west side near the building.
There are accessible parking spaces at Lot 6, the Parkade, Lot 4 and the Emergency Department entrance.
Parking is not permitted on any of the surrounding streets of the hospital, including Frederick Banting Street, Vaughan Healthcare Circle, Wellness Way, Darvish Drive and Observation Avenue. There is a parking structure and lots on the west side of the building. Parking payments can be paid at pay stations or the Parking Office.
In collaboration with Cortellucci Vaughan Hospital, PocketHealth grants you access to your medical imaging records, so you can proactively participate in your healthcare journey. This includes:
PocketHealth provides easy access to view, share and store your medical imaging records from Cortellucci Vaughan Hospital so you can get involved in your own care.
Access My RecordsPart of Mackenzie Health, Cortellucci Vaughan Hospital specializes in obstetrics, pediatrics, critical and emergency care, medical imaging and more. Built in 2021, it is the first new hospital to be built in Ontario in over 30 years. It’s also the first smart hospital in Canada, with smart technology systems and devices that are fully integrated and can interact directly with each other for cutting-edge communication. This creates a unique and connected patient experience that is truly state of the art.
The Ontario Health Insurance Plan (OHIP) covers most imaging services with a referral. However, some services may fall under the patient’s responsibility if they don’t meet the required OHIP criteria. It may be helpful to ask the imaging clinic in advance about any possible fees.
Cortellucci Vaughan Hospital’s imaging facilities typically send patient results to their referring physician within a week of the appointment, after their trained radiologists review them. For quicker access, you can use PocketHealth to easily view and share your results, often before your follow-up appointment.
To be covered by OHIP, most imaging services require a requisition or referral from a doctor. Some services may be scheduled without a referral, with the patient paying out-of-pocket. Also, the Ontario Breast Screening Program (OBSP) often does not require a referral for screening mammograms, so long as the patient meets the recommendation requirements.
Magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) is a method that uses magnetic fields and radio waves to capture images of a patient’s internal structures and organs. The MRI machine temporarily moves the patient’s protons out of alignment. As the protons realign, the subsequent release of energy is measured by a computer and converted into images. Because MRIs use strong magnets, they are generally not recommended for patients with metallic implants.
CT (computed tomography) scans use multiple low-dose X-rays to produce detailed, cross-sectional images. These images are then combined to create a 3D scan that provides in-depth views of internal tissues and structures, such as bones and organs. CT scans are well-suited for quick imaging, and they don’t require patients to remain still for long periods. They are also a good alternative for patients with metallic implants who may not be suitable candidates for the magnetic properties of MRIs.
Overall, CT scans excel at showing bones and other aspects of the skeletal system, while MRIs provide better details of soft tissues, such as tendons, ligaments and muscles.
You can learn more about the differences between PET, CT and MRI scans here.
The contact information for Cortellucci Vaughan Hospital is:
• Local from Vaughan: 905-417-2000
• Local from Richmond Hill: 905-883-1212
Additionally, here is a link to the hospital’s various services and departments, which also has direct phone numbers for patients looking to schedule an appointment.