Book Your MRI Scan
at U3T MRI Centre

Step 1

Fill Out Your Requisition

The requested exam should be discussed with your physician. You will need a referring physician on the requisition who will receive your MRI results. He or she will assist in your follow-up care and management. If you do not have a family physician or specialist, you can use Telus MyHealth to obtain a virtual physician.

Step 2

Book Your Scan

Once your requisition is completed, our radiologist will review and confirm if an MRI is appropriate based on your clinical history. We can then call to confirm the pricing for the scan and discuss an appointment time that works for you.

Step 3

Arriving for Your Appointment

Your MRI appointment is scheduled at the U3T MRI Centre, located within the University of Lethbridge in the Community Centre for Wellbeing (CCW), 4401 University Dr W, Lethbridge, Alberta.

If you require any further information, please contact us here.

From University Drive West, turn east onto Valley Road. At the first set of lights, turn left into Parking Lot N (west side of the CCW building). The building, marked by its grey facade with red trim, opens at 7:30 a.m. For appointments at 7:15 a.m., press the intercom next to the west entrance door for entry. Follow the blue dotted line on the floor to reach our centre.

Park in the designated U3T stalls. If these are full, park in any available stall in Lot N and provide your license plate number to our receptionist to avoid ticketing.

  • Please note that children requiring supervision CANNOT be brought to your appointment.
  • The MRI machine has a maximum capacity of 250 kg (550 lbs) and a 70 cm (28 inch) large bore, accommodating most patients comfortably.
  • Please remove all metal objects before your scan, including jewelry.
  • Discuss any potential health risks with our patient care specialists when booking your exam, especially if you have implants like pacemakers or metallic foreign bodies.
  • We carefully screen all patients to ensure your safety.
  • Please inform the technologist if there is a possibility of pregnancy.
  • Please inform us of any limited mobility prior to your examination – wheelchair assistance is available upon request.
  • Please discuss allergies or medication requirements at the time of booking.
  • Please leave your valuables at home. U3T cannot be responsible for lost or stolen items.
  • Please be advised that we are a fragrance free facility.
  • We require 24 hours notice to reschedule or cancel your appointment.
  • Bring your Alberta Health Care card to your appointment.
  • Be prepared to provide your license plate number upon check-in for parking validation.
  • Please do not arrive any earlier than your stated examination time.
  • Depending on the type of exam you are having, you may be asked not to eat or drink for up to 6 hours beforehand, although you may take prescribed medications with a sip of water. If you are diabetic and this is an issue, please contact our centre.
  • If you are diabetic and wear a glucose monitoring system (ie. Freestyle Libre, Dexcom) please contact us for special instructions.
  • We will supply you with a hospital gown and pants. All patients MUST be changed into provided garments for safety reasons.
  • Any additional instructions will be given at time of booking.

For any additional information or specific inquiries about the MRI procedure, contact the U3T MRI Centre at (587) 425-5267.

Please provide at least 24 hours notice to cancel or reschedule your appointment. A $100 administration fee applies to no-shows.

We accept Debit, Visa, Mastercard, and Cash. Personal checks are not accepted.