Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI)

The Trust’s Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) radiographers are an experienced and friendly team. They use some of the best equipment available to aid in the diagnosis of various conditions.


The MRI team are part of the Radiology department.

Sunderland Royal Hospital hosts two state of the art Siemens 1.5T Magnet systems providing a wide range of MRI examinations for inpatients and outpatients providing cover from 8am until 8pm 7 days a week.

MRI outpatient appointments 0191 5656256 extension 41305 (Tracey Smith, MRI Secretary)

Inpatient enquiries 0191 5656256 extension 42195 (MRI scan room)

Radiology reporting enquiries 0191 5656256 extension 42501

Lead Radiographer MRI Danielle Neilson 0191 5656256 extension 42195

MRI Secretary Tracey Smith 0191 5656256 extension 41305

MRI service is provided at Sunderland Royal Hospital, situated in the Radiology department on C level next to the Emergency Department. The nearest carpark is the multi-storey carpark. The most convenient entrance to access our department from is Entrance 3.

Divisional General Manager Jackie Butterworth

Directorate Manager Scott Elwell

Clinical Director Dr Ralph Marsh

Lead Radiographer MRI Danielle Neilson

MRI Secretary Tracey Smith

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