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Description

At Trinity MRI, we have the strongest commercially available magnet (Philips 3.0T) which is fully specified for evaluation of disorders of the head, neck and spine.

Our team, including New Zealand's most experienced 3.0T MRI radiographer, continually adjusts and improves the MRI sequences we use to produce a comprehensive examination.

We have easy access, free undercover parking and spacious facilities. Being a single-modality site, we are quiet and uncluttered.

The care, comfort, and confidentiality of your patients is paramount to us.

For further information about Trinity MRI and to meet the team, please click here

Consultants

  • Dr James Caldwell

    Diagnostic & Interventional Neuroradiologist; Specialist at Auckland City Hospital

  • Dr Ben McGuinness

    Diagnostic & Interventional Neuroradiologist; Specialist at Auckland City Hospital

  • Dr Maurice Moriarty

    Diagnostic & Interventional Neuroradiologist; Specialist at Auckland City Hospital

Referral Expectations

Please arrive 20 minutes prior to scan time (50 minutes if you are to have oral sedation).
 

WHAT TO BRING WITH YOU:

1) All relevant previous scans and reports.
2) Completed questionnaires and consent forms (downloaded or received by mail)
3) A caregiver / driver if you have been prescribed or are likely to receive sedation.
4) CD music to listen to whilst having your scan.
 

Fees and Charges Description

Please contact us for details of our charges.

Affiliated Provider for Southern Cross, NIB and Other Insurance Companies

Hours

Mon – Fri 7:00 AM – 7:00 PM

Procedures / Treatments

Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI)

An MRI machine does not work like an X-ray or CT; it is used for exact images of internal organs and body structures. This method delivers clear images without the exposure of radiation. The procedure uses a combination of magnetic fields and radio waves which results in an image being made using the MRI’s computer. What to expect? You will have all metal objects removed from your body. You will lie down on a narrow padded moveable table that will be slid into the scanner, through a circular opening. You will feel nothing while the scan is in progress, but some people can feel slightly claustrophobic or closed in, whilst inside the scanner. You will be asked to remain still and hold your breath on command. There are staff present, but they will not necessarily remain in the room, but will speak with you via an intercom system and will be viewing the procedure constantly through a windowed control room, from where they will run the scanner. Some procedures will require Contrast Medium. Contrast medium is a substance that makes the image of the CT or MRI clearer. Contrast is given by injection into the bloodstream. The scan time will vary depending on the type of examination required, but as a rule it will take around 30 minutes. Click here for more information about your MRI scan at Trinity MRI.

An MRI machine does not work like an X-ray or CT; it is used for exact images of internal organs and body structures. This method delivers clear images without the exposure of radiation.
The procedure uses a combination of magnetic fields and radio waves which results in an image being made using the MRI’s computer.
 
What to expect?
You will have all metal objects removed from your body.  You will lie down on a narrow padded moveable table that will be slid into the scanner, through a circular opening.
You will feel nothing while the scan is in progress, but some people can feel slightly claustrophobic or closed in, whilst inside the scanner. You will be asked to remain still and hold your breath on command.  There are staff present, but they will not necessarily remain in the room, but will speak with you via an intercom system and will be viewing the procedure constantly through a windowed control room, from where they will run the scanner.
Some procedures will require Contrast Medium. Contrast medium is a substance that makes the image of the CT or MRI clearer. Contrast is given by injection into the bloodstream.
The scan time will vary depending on the type of examination required, but as a rule it will take around 30 minutes.

Click here for more information about your MRI scan at Trinity MRI.

TX Upgrade

A new installation at Trinity MRI eliminates troublesome dielectric effects in the spine. Images are included in the document below to highlight the enhanced quality we are now able to provide. The image to the left shows the dielectric effect typical of current images. The Trinity MRI image of the same patient on the right provides much greater clarity, showing an area of myelomalacia posteriorly within the thoracic cord adjacent to the laminectomy defect. We also get several segments greater coverage with our new installation, reliably showing the lower cord on all examinations. TX Upgrade - Reducing B1 Artefact (PDF, 73.2 KB)

A new installation at Trinity MRI eliminates troublesome dielectric effects in the spine.

Images are included in the document below to highlight the enhanced quality we are now able to provide. The image to the left shows the dielectric effect typical of current images. The Trinity MRI image of the same patient on the right provides much greater clarity, showing an area of myelomalacia posteriorly within the thoracic cord adjacent to the laminectomy defect.

We also get several segments greater coverage with our new installation, reliably showing the lower cord on all examinations.
 

Disability Assistance

Wheelchair access

Travel Directions

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Public Transport

The Auckland Transport website is a good resource to plan your public transport options.

Parking

There are 13 allocated undercover parks for Trinity MRI in the private carpark.  Look for the large red 'Client Parking' sign that runs between two driveways.  Take the left 'undercover' driveway. 

Contact Details

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96C Carlton Gore Road
Newmarket
Auckland 1023

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Street Address

96C Carlton Gore Road
Newmarket
Auckland 1023

Postal Address

PO Box 8112
Symonds Street
Auckland 1150
New Zealand

This page was last updated at 10:04AM on November 1, 2023. This information is reviewed and edited by Trinity MRI.