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Southland residents requiring X-ray imaging now have more
than one provider to choose from, thanks to MSK
Ultrasound’s expansion into X-ray services.
The
locally owned-and-operated business moved premises to 33
Arena Avenue today and re-branded as MSK Medical Imaging to
reflect the wider range of services now on offer.
MSK
Medical Imaging consists of a passionate, committed, and
experienced team who provide efficient and quality
ultrasound and X-ray imaging services to assist in quick
diagnosis and recovery.
Respected sonographer Graham
McRae was joined this week by experienced local radiographer
Rachel Buchanan.
MSK Medical Imaging Managing Director
Katie McRae said the expansion came from a desire to provide
patients with freedom of choice and affordable pricing,
while also being a natural extension to the clinic’s
ultrasound offering.
“Injuries often require X-ray
and ultrasound imaging to diagnose correctly, and patients
are now able to have both images screened with us. Our
intention is to provide cheaper ACC surcharges and private
prices than our local competitors,” she said.
The
medical imaging clinic opened in 2020 with a goal to reduce
wait times for ultrasound scans.
McRae said they had
achieved that goal, with the average wait time for their
patients now being one week from the time of
referral.
“It’s no good having patients waiting
weeks for a scan that will allow their doctor to make a
diagnosis. Keeping wait times to a minimum is important to
us and the wellbeing of our community,” she
said.
Expanding X-ray services in Invercargill is a
welcome addition to the healthcare sector, giving patients
the freedom to choose their provider.
“We’re so
excited to be able to provide this new service to our
patients,” McRae
said.
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