Access Your Medical Imaging with Juravinski Hospital & PocketHealth
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Access My Records711 Concession Street
Hamilton, ON L8V 1C3
24 hours, 7 days a week with varying hours for clinics
Directions from the Niagara Region:
1. Take the QEW to the Centennial Parkway/Red Hill Valley Parkway exit
2. Follow the sign for the Red Hill Valley Parkway exit
3. The parkway becomes the Lincoln Alexander Parkway. Exit onto Upper Gage
4. Turn right on Upper Gage and follow until you reach Concession Street
5. Turn left onto Concession Street
6. The hospital is on the right side of the street, a few blocks up
From Brantford
1. Take Hwy 403 to the Lincoln Alexander Parkway (LINC) exit east and follow the LINC to Upper Wentworth Street
2. Exit the LINC and travel north on Upper Wentworth
3. At Concession Street turn right
4. Continue for 3 blocks
5. The hospital is on the left side of the street
From Toronto
1. Take QEW to Hwy 403
2. Take the Lincoln Alexander Parkway (LINC) exit east and follow the LINC to Upper Wentworth Street
3. Exit the LINC and travel north on Upper Wentworth
4. At Concession Street turn right. Continue for 3 blocks
5. The hospital is on the left side of the street
Public Transit
Several Hamilton Street Railway (HSR) bus routes, including the 23 – Upper Gage and 24 – Upper Sherman stop directly outside JH
Wheelchair-accessible entrance, parking lot & washroom
Angiography and Interventional Radiology
Computed Tomography
Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI)
Ultrasound
X-Ray and Fluoroscopy
Additional Information
Parking is available in the following locations:
Concession Street parking garage, located off Concession street, across from the hospital
Upper Sherman Avenue parking lot is next to the Concession St parking garage, the entrance is off of Upper Sherman Ave.
Additional parking is in the Poplar Avenue parking garage and the Mountain Park Avenue parking lot.
In collaboration with Juravinski 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 Juravinski Hospital so you can get involved in your own care.
Access My RecordsPart of Hamilton Health Sciences, Juravinski offers a variety of surgical, medical and diagnostic services. It addresses a wide range of health needs, including arthroplasty, orthopedics, intensive care and emergency services. The hospital also has historical significance as a pioneer in adult stem cell transplants and cellular therapy and is home to one of Canada’s most cutting-edge cancer research centres.
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.
Juravinksi Hospital’s imaging facilities typically send patient results to their referring physician within a week of the appointment. 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.
You can call 905-521-2100 to be directed to the department you’re looking for.