We are pleased to advise that deep linking capability, enabling users to directly download individual mobile toolkits, has now been released on the RDS mobile app. When you install the update, you will see that each toolkit has a small QR code icon the header area beside the search icon – see screenshot below. Clicking on this icon will open up a window with a full-size QR code and the alternative of a short URL for sharing with users. Instructions are provided.
You may need to actively install the update to install RDS app version 4.7.1 to see this improvement. Installing this update is also strongly recommended to get the full benefits of the new contingency arrangements – specifically, that if the RDS website should fail, you will still be able to download new mobile app toolkits.
To check your current RDS version, click on the three dots bottom right of the RDS app screen. This takes you to a “More” page where you will see the version number. To install latest updates:
On iPhones – go to the Apple store, click on your profile icon top right, scroll down to see the apps waiting to be updated and update the RDS app.
On Android phones – these can vary, but try going to the Google Play store, click on your profile icon top right, click on “Manage apps and device”, select and update the RDS app.
Please get in touch with ann.wales3@nhs.scot with any questions.
MRI Department
Borders General Hospital
Huntlyburn Terrace
Melrose
TD6 9BS
Contact Us:
MRI Department
Borders General Hospital
Telephone: 01896 826432
Please contact the department if you have any assistance needs.
Please contact tel:01896 826442 for a copy of this information in:
"Information given on this site is not meant to take the place of a talk with your doctor or health worker."
Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) combines a powerful magnet with a sophisticated computer. It produces pictures of the body without the need for x-rays.
The detail seen in these pictures is so good that the scanner can pick up structures as small as two millimetres. This helps find disease and injury early on. This then allows treatment to start sooner
You will have to fill out a safety questionnaire before your scan, as MRI is not safe for some people. You cannot be scanned at BGH if you have any of the following:
You may also not be able to have an MRI scan -
For some scans you may be able to watch a suitable DVD or listen to a CD if you would like to make use of this facility please bring a DVD or CD with you.
No, unless you have been told otherwise. You may eat and drink as normal and take your prescribed medicines.
You will be asked to change into hospital scrubs or a gown.
We may ask you to remove:
all piercings MUST be removed before you arrive at the department. You will not be allowed a scan with piercing in situ
If possible, please leave all your valuables at home. We will give you a locker but we cannot accept responsibility for anything that is lost.
If your spoken English is not very good, we can arrange an interpreter for you.
If there is a chance that you may be pregnant, please call our receptionist before your appointment date. ( tel:01896 826432)
Please report to the receptionist in the CT and MRI Scanning Suite at the time given on the front of this leaflet.
A member of staff will:
You may wish to bring something to read while you wait for your scan
The radiographer will position you on the scanner table. The table is moved into the scanner, which is open at both ends.
You will feel no discomfort, but during the scan you may hear some buzzing or tapping noises. These are harmless.
The radiographer operating the scanner will be able to see and hear you during the scan. If you have any concerns, you just have to say.
The scan may take between 20 to 60 minutes. You may be asked to hold your breath for a few seconds to make sure of sharper images of your upper body.
While you are being scanned we may give you an injection. This will be to improve part of the scan, or to show the blood vessels. The injection will be given into a vein in your arm or hand. It should not have any adverse effect.
The images will be checked to make sure we have all the information we need. You will then be able to go home.
We store your scans for future reference.
Your results will be sent to the referrer who asked for this test. We will give you a letter explaining this when you come for your appointment.
We want to make your visit to the Borders General Hospital CT and MRI Scanning Suite as pleasant as possible. We try to provide the best service for you.
If you have any questions not covered by this guide, please telephone our receptionist on tel:01896 826 432.
There is free parking at the hospital. Please allow plenty of time to find a parking space, as the car park is usually very busy.
There is disabled parking close to the main building, in Car Park 2.
The CT/MRI Scanning Suite is on the ground floor.
Further information http://www.patient.co.uk/showdoc/27000352/
Patient information leaflets