Radiology (X-ray and ultrasound)
We provide X-ray and ultrasound examinations in a number of our community hospitals around Dorset.
The technology provides detailed internal images of the body, which can help us diagnose and treat a wide variety of conditions.
You will see a radiographer, a sonographer or a consultant radiologist, depending on your examination.
If you, or your loved one, would like to access these services, please speak to your GP or other healthcare professional. Some X-ray examinations can also be provided for urgent (but not life-threatening) injuries at our Minor Injuries Units
Where to access the service:
Locations
Minor Injuries Unit - Blandford Community Hospital (Blandford)
WiFi: Yes
Parking: Yes
Disabled Access: Yes
Please note that all MIUs will see their last patient 30 minutes before closing.
Opening Times:
Monday to Friday: 09.00 - 18.00
Saturday – Sunday: 10.00 – 16.00
Bank Holidays: 10.00 – 16.00
X-ray facilities:
Monday, Wednesday, Thursday: 09.00 – 17.00 (occasionally on Friday)
no bank holidays or weekends
Minor Injuries Unit - Bridport Community Hospital (Bridport)
WiFi: Yes
Parking: Yes
Disabled Access: Yes
Please note that all MIUs will see their last patient 30 minutes before closing.
Opening Times:
Monday to Friday: 09.00 - 18.00
Saturday – Sunday: 09.00 - 18.00
Bank Holidays: 09.00 - 18.00
X-ray facilities:
Monday to Friday 09.00 – 17.00
No bank holidays or weekends
Minor Injuries Unit - Portland Community Hospital (Portland)
WiFi: No
Parking: Yes
Disabled Access: Yes
Please note that all MIUs will see their last patient 30 minutes before closing.
Opening Times:
Monday to Friday: 09.00 - 17.00
Saturday and Sunday: Closed
Bank Holidays: 09.00 - 17.00
Christmas Day & Boxing Day: Closed
X-ray facilities:
Monday and Wednesday 14.00 – 17.00
Friday 09.00 – 12.00
No bank holidays or weekends
Minor Injuries Unit - Swanage Hospital (Swanage)
WiFi: No
Parking: Yes
Disabled Access: Yes
Please note that all MIUs will see their last patient 30 minutes before closing.
Opening Times:
Monday to Friday: 08.00 - 20.00
Saturday – Sunday: 08.00 - 20.00
Bank Holidays: 08.00 - 20.00
Christmas Day 08.00 - 15.30
X-ray facilities:
Monday to Friday 09.00 – 13.00
no bank holidays or weekends
The Swanage X-Ray service will be temporarily closed between 4th March and approximately 13th June 2019, to allow for the equipment to be replaced and the department to be refurbished
- All X-Ray patients will be redirected to either Victoria Hospital, Wimborne or Poole during this period.
- Service dates/times remain the same.
- Service contact details remain the same.
- The Swanage radiology staff will be working to ensure all patients travel to the most convenient site for them and will be happy to assist with any problems/queries.
- Patients for U/S examinations will still be imaged at Swanage from the OP department.
Minor Injuries Unit - Victoria Hospital (Wimborne)
WiFi: Yes
Parking: Yes
Disabled Access: Yes
Please note that all MIUs will see their last patient 30 minutes before closing.
Opening Times:
Monday to Friday: 08.30 - 16.30
Bank Holidays: closed
X-ray facilities:
Monday to Friday: 08.30 - 16.30
Bank Holidays: closed
Minor Injuries Unit - Westminster Memorial Hospital (Shaftesbury)
WiFi: Yes
Parking: Yes
Disabled Access: Yes
Please note that all MIUs will see their last patient 30 minutes before closing.
Opening Times:
Monday to Friday: 09.00 - 18.00
Saturday – Sunday: 10.00 - 16.00
Bank Holidays: 10.00 - 16.00
X-ray facilities:
Monday to Friday 09.15 – 12.30 and 13.30 – 16.30 (Except Wednesday - Closed)
No bank holidays or weekends
Minor Injuries Unit - Yeatman Hospital (Sherborne)
WiFi: Yes
Parking: Yes
Disabled Access: Yes
Please note that all MIUs will see their last patient 30 minutes before closing.
Open Times:
Monday to Friday: 09.00 -18.00
Saturday – Sunday: 10.00- 16.00
Bank Holidays: 10.00 – 16.00
X-ray facilities:
Monday to Friday 09.00 – 17.00
no bank holidays or weekends
Urgent Treatment Centre - Weymouth Community Hospital
WiFi: No
Parking: Yes
Disabled Access: Yes
Opening Times:
Monday to Sunday: 08.00 - 20:00
(Including Bank Holidays)
X-ray facilities:
Walk-in only
Monday to Friday: 09.00 - 12:00 and 14.00-16:30
Saturday, Sunday and Bank Holidays: 10:00 - 12:00