Spire South Bank Hospital commences cardiac MRI service

New technology rolled out at Spire South Bank Hospital, Worcester, has led the provider to become one of the only private hospitals in the region to offer private cardiac MRI scans, allowing patients requiring specialist cardiac imaging rapid access to diagnosis and further treatment.

Imaging manager Sarah Barker said: “We have been so excited to get this service live at Spire South Bank Hospital. Having this service means our local community is able to receive the care and support they need, conveniently and quickly.” The new service comes following a recent upgrade to the on-site MRI equipment following a £5,000 investment.

One of the first patients to undergo a cardiac MRI scan at the hospital, Mr Baker, commented: “I had a great experience at Spire South Bank Hospital. I was initially apprehensive of going in the scanner, but the radiographers made me feel at ease and explained everything really well. Being able to have this scan done so locally and quickly has taken some of the pressure off me, meaning all I need to wait for now is my next review with my consultant.”

Hospital director Dawn Pickrell added: “We are extremely pleased to be able to continue investing in our equipment and services at Spire South Bank Hospital to allow those living in the local community fast access to the care, treatments and investigations they need. Offering cardiac MRI scans will allow us to continue to make a difference to people’s lives through outstanding personalised care.”

Picture: Specialist radiographers Greg Garfield and Matt Riley with the MRI equipment.

Read this report on page 3 of the March 2025 issue of RAD Magazine.