Aerial view of Vancouver General Hospital Campus

Magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) is the preferred procedure for diagnosing problems in many parts of the body.

MRI can be used to see differences between healthy and unhealthy tissue in the brain, spine, joints, abdomen, blood vessels, and other body parts.

How to access

  • Referral

    A physician referral is required. 

Hours of operation

Currently open

We operate 24 hours a day, 7 days a week

Visiting hours may vary depending on the unit. Please call the Vancouver General Hospital switchboard at (604) 875-4111 to determine visiting times before your visit.

How to get here

This service is located inside the Leon Judah Blackmore Pavilion within Vancouver General Hospital.

Vancouver General Hospital (VGH)

Vancouver General Hospital (VGH) offers specialized health-care services to residents in Vancouver and across the province through regional programs. We provide a full range of basic and highly specialized emergency health-care and trauma services to British Columbia.

Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI)

Magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) is the preferred procedure for diagnosing problems in many parts of the body.