Advanced imaging | Alliance Medical

Locations

Essex Area

Colchester

IMAGING PARTNER:

Alliance Medical

MRI hours

Mon: 1:00pm-2:00pm, 6:00pm,7:00pm

Mon: 1:00pm-2:00pm, 6:00pm,7:00pm, Tues-Fri: 12:40pm-1:40pm, Sat-Sun: 12:30pm-1:30pm, 4:20pm-5:20pm

Address:

Turner Diagnostic Centre, Colchester General Hospital, Turner Road, Colchester, Essex, CO4 5JL

This center is located within Colchester General Hospital on Turner Road; when you arrive, follow signs for the main hospital entrance and then for the Turner Diagnostic Centre.

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Book Your Scan

Scans offered:

MRI

MRI with Spine

Frequently Asked Questions

What is an MRI?

MRI stands for Magnetic Resonance Imaging. An MRI machine is a giant magnet that uses radio waves to take pictures of your body’s organs and structures. It’s safe, as long as you don’t have any metallic implants that are incompatible with MRI scanning (e.g. a pacemaker or certain metallic orthopedic implants). Because of the magnetic field, you may not wear any jewelry or clothing that have metallic components during your MRI.

Are MRIs safe?

Yes, MRIs have been around since the 1980s and have a safe track record (and added bonus: pain-free). Unlike other medical imaging procedures such as CT (CAT scan) and X-ray, MRIs don’t expose you to harmful radiation.

Why does Ezra use MRI & CT?

MRIs and CT scans are good as different types of imagery. MRIs better evaluate the flow of bodily fluids, provide better soft-tissue contrast, and can image tissue near bones. CTs are preferred for identifying specific cancers, such as lung cancer. Function uses both to provide the most comprehensive full body screening.

Which MRI is best for me?

Ezra has 3 scan options designed to cater to your needs. Here are the differences:

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MRI: 500+ conditions including cancers of the brain, thyroid, liver, gallbladder, pancreas, spleen, kidneys, adrenal glands, bladder, ovaries, uterus, and prostate. Also scans for risk of strokes, risk of aneurysms, abnormal cysts, endometriosis, fatty liver, fibroids, kidney stones, hernias, iron overload, and diverticulitis.

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MRI with Spine: Everything in the MRI, plus spine-specific coverage to detect herniated discs, cervical spinal stenosis, myelomalacia, spondylosis, spinal lesions, fractures, scoliosis, avascular necrosis, multiple myeloma, arthritis, and degenerative changes.

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MRI with Skeletal and Neurological Assessment: Everything in the MRI with Spine. Also includes: scans for signs of neurodegeneration, multiple sclerosis and dementia; adds brain age analysis and body composition assessment (fat and muscle volume); hip evaluation for labrum, cartilage, and joint health; knee evaluation for meniscus, ACL, and MCL injuries.

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Some locations may offer only the MRI. Scan options can be confirmed in the MyEzra portal.

Why sign up for an MRI and not go directly to an imaging facility?

Three reasons: cost, quality, and ease.

1. Ezra members pay a lower price. We buy MRI scanning slots in bulk from our imaging partners, who give us preferential rates — and pass those savings on to you.
2. Your scan is analyzed by radiologists who are carefully vetted and routinely review MRIs.
3. We make it easy. Scheduling imagery with Ezra doesn't require a medical referral and your Ezra Medical Provider will walk you through all of your results and next steps.

What happens after my MRI?

We will reach out in approximately 7 to 10 days from your final scan date when your results are in. You will receive an email when your report is ready.

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Your Ezra Report will translate your findings into straight-forward language and discuss next steps and recommendations. You will get a copy of the original radiology reports at the end of your Ezra report and you will have online access to your scan images.

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We recommend sharing your results with your primary care provider for their review and to discuss how they fit into your overall health.

What is the price of an MRI?

Please visit our pricing page for information about MRIs. You can use FSA/HSA dollars, and we also provide flexible payment plans.