Mackay Fourways

Situated 4 km south of Mackay CBD, our Mackay Fourways practice offers a wide array of medical imaging services, such as X-ray, MRI, CT scans, and ultrasounds. We are dedicated to delivering exceptional patient care to the local community.

Opening Hours

  • 7:00 am - 5:30 pm
  • 7:00 am - 5:30 pm
  • 7:00 am - 5:30 pm
  • 7:00 am - 5:30 pm
  • 7:00 am - 5:30 pm
  • Closed
  • Closed

Finding us

Queensland X-Ray Mackay Fourways exterior

Parking

We provide free patient parking at the rear of the practice.

Accessibility

This practice is wheelchair accessible

Services at this location

  • X-ray
  • OPG and Lateral Ceph
  • Computed Tomography (CT Scan)
  • Ultrasound Imaging
  • Bone Mineral Densitometry (BMD)
  • Cone Beam
  • CT Dentascan
  • Interventional CT
  • Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI Scan)
  • EOS Imaging
  • Breast MRI
  • Liver MRI
  • Dental Imaging
  • Spinal Imaging
  • Sports Imaging
  • Interventional Ultrasound
  • Cardiac MRI
  • CT Calcium Scoring
  • MRI Defaecogram

Mackay Fourways Service Information

At Queensland X-Ray Mackay Fourways, we offer a range of diagnostic imaging services to support the assessment and management of various medical conditions. Our scans are performed by trained radiographers and sonographers, with results delivered promptly to your referring practitioner. 

MRI Mackay Fourways  

MRI (Magnetic Resonance Imaging) refers to a medical imaging scan that uses a strong magnetic field and radio waves to create detailed images (or pictures) of your body’s soft tissues, bone, fat, muscles, blood vessels, internal organs, brain and spinal cord. It is a non-invasive procedure used to help diagnose a health problem and assess various medical conditions. No ionising radiation is used to create the images.

An MRI scan examines a specific area of your body. An MRI radiographer will perform the procedure and one of our specialist medical imaging doctors (known as a radiologist) will review and interpret the images. A report of findings will be prepared and sent to your referring practitioner (e.g., your GP, specialist, or referring doctor), so it is important to book a follow-up appointment with them.

At Queensland X-Ray, our MRI scanners use market-leading technology to provide high-quality diagnostic imaging using short scan times to provide a comfortable experience.

If you are wondering where to get an MRI, our clinics can perform different types of MRI scans depending on the region of the body that requires scanning and the reason for the scan. Information about the different types of MRI scans, as well as information on how to book an appointment online at any of our Mackay Practices, can be found by following this link

MRI Imaging FAQs

  • The preparation for the different types of MRI scans can vary. Our team will provide any specific instructions about your MRI scan at the time of booking and these should be followed carefully.

    You will be asked to change into a gown during the procedure, so we recommend wearing clothes that are easy to remove.

    • When you arrive at Queensland X-Ray at Mackay Fourways, our reception staff will go through some questions with you to reconfirm your booking details.
    • So that our team can perform your scan safely and effectively, you are required to complete an MRI safety questionnaire and change into a gown which we will provide. You will also be asked to remove any jewellery, hearing aids, dentures and any other loose items. Your belongings will be safely stored for you during your examination.
    • In order to perform your MRI procedure, you will lie down on the MRI bed, which will move the part of the body we are scanning to the middle of the bore (hole). Throughout the procedure, you will be required to keep still.
    • Some MRI examinations require us to insert an intravenous (IV) line into your arm. We use this to administer contrast dye that can help to enhance the images we take. When the contrast is injected, you may get a metallic taste in your mouth and this is completely normal. It is important to tell the staff if you have had any form of reaction to MRI contrast before.
    • The MRI machine makes a loud knocking and humming sound when the images are being taken. Both hearing protection and an emergency buzzer are provided for the duration of the MRI examination. You will be offered headphones through which the MRI radiographer can talk to you and play a selection of music to help reduce the noise and pass the time more quickly. The knocking will intermittently stop while the computer processes the images for a few seconds at a time before starting again. No one else will be in the room during your scan, but you can press the buzzer should you need to communicate with the MRI radiographer or stop the exam at any time.
  • If you require an MRI scan and suffer from claustrophobia, or are uncomfortable with the restrictive space, you can have your doctor prescribe some sedation for you to complete the scan. In more extreme cases of claustrophobia, we can provide twilight sedation at one of our hospital practices. Just mention this at the time of booking.

  • Safety is paramount with MRI scanning, so at the time of booking your MRI and also when you arrive at the MRI clinic for your appointment, you will be asked certain safety questions.

    An MRI scanner is essentially a large magnet and certain metal objects like implants are not MRI safe or are MRI conditional. Please let your referring practitioner and Queensland X-Ray Mackay Fourways staff know if you have any of the following:

    • Cardiac pacemaker
    • Defibrillator
    • Cochlear implant
    • Neurostimulator
    • Aneurysm clips
    • Active implanted biomedical devices
    • Infusion pump
    • Any implants or devices in your head or body
    • Please let us know at the time of booking if you are pregnant
  • Most MRI scans take approximately 15 minutes to 1 hour to complete depending on the part of the body we scan.

  • The MRI price is subject to variation based on several factors. We will inform you of the price at the time of booking. If you have any questions about our MRI services, Medicare eligibility, health insurance or any out-of-pocket costs, feel free to contact us, and one of our team members will be happy to assist.

  • To make an MRI booking online with Queensland X-Ray, access our portal here

CT Scan Mackay Fourways

CT stands for Computed Tomography and uses multiple X-ray images to produce fine cross-sectional images of the part of the body being investigated.

A CT scan uses X-rays and digital computer technology to obtain these cross-sectional images of the bones, blood vessels and soft tissue inside your body. These scans provide more detailed, higher-quality medical imaging than a plain X-ray image and are commonly used by healthcare professionals to diagnose and assess various medical conditions.

CT Imaging FAQs

    • Our team will provide any specific instructions at the time of booking and these should be followed carefully.
    • We recommend wearing a separate top and bottom during your appointment.
    • If you are pregnant or there is a possibility of you being pregnant, please let our staff know before your examination.
  • You may be asked to change into a hospital gown for your scan to ensure clothing does not affect the quality of the scan. You may also be asked to remove any jewellery, glasses or other metal objects that could affect the image quality.

    For some CT scans, it may be recommended to have an injection of contrast material (or CT contrast dye). This will be discussed with you prior to your examination.

    A CT scanner is a doughnut-shaped machine with a bed passing through the middle. You will be asked to lie on the bed as still as you can to improve the diagnostic accuracy. The bed will move through the scanner to acquire your images.

    Throughout the CT you will be able to communicate with the radiographer performing your scan.

    You may be given breathing instructions to follow. The radiographer performing your examination will explain this to you before your scan.

  • A CT scan can take between 5 minutes and 30 minutes depending on which part of the body is scanned and whether you require a contrast injection.

  • To book a CT appointment with Queensland X-Ray, access our portal here.

  • The cost of scans is subject to variation based on several factors. We will inform you of the CT scan price at the time of booking. If you have any questions about costs or Medicare eligibility, please feel free to contact us, and one of our team members will be happy to assist you with your query.

  • CT scans are a powerful diagnostic tool that can detect life-threatening conditions such as haemorrhage, blood clots, and cancer. Early detection of these conditions can be lifesaving.

    A CT scanner uses X-rays, which produce ionising radiation that has the potential to cause biological effects in living tissue. The risk of developing cancer from X-ray radiation exposure is minimal.

    It is important to note that in almost all cases the benefits of a CT scan outweigh the risks associated with radiation exposure. If you have any concerns about your upcoming CT scan, please do not hesitate to discuss them with your doctor.

Ultrasound Mackay Fourways 

An ultrasound is a diagnostic imaging tool that uses high frequency sound waves to create an image of internal body structures, such as internal organs, muscles, blood vessels and soft tissues. The sonographer uses a transducer (a hand-held device that produces and receives sound waves) to generate images of the patient’s body. Ultrasounds show anatomy in 'real-time' showing movement. Queensland X-Ray provides a full range of ultrasound examinations, including specialised cardiac, abdominal, gynaecological and musculoskeletal ultrasound, general and paediatric services. 

Ultrasound Mackay Fourways FAQs

  • Preparation before your ultrasound scan is very important. Please follow the instructions given to you at the time of booking carefully and thoroughly.

    In some cases, you will be asked to fast. This means you should not eat, drink or chew anything 4-6 hours before your appointment. A sip of water is allowed for hydration purposes.

    For some ultrasound scans, you will be required to have a full or partially full bladder. You will be able to empty your bladder as soon as the scan is over.

    If you have any questions about the preparation for your scan, please contact the practice where your appointment is booked.

  • For an ultrasound scan, you will generally be required to lie down on an examination table or bed. During the scan, the area of interest will be exposed, with the rest of your body remaining covered to ensure your privacy and comfort. Queensland X-Ray’s highly-trained ultrasound technologists (known as sonographers), will place gel onto your skin and will then place the transducer in the area that is being studied. A moving image is shown instantly on a monitor screen.

  • Ultrasound is generally regarded as safe as you are not exposed to ionising radiation like some other forms of medical imaging (e.g. X-rays, CT scans). Instead, ultrasound uses high-frequency sound waves to show images inside the body. Please discuss any concerns with your referring practitioner.

  • All ultrasounds at Queensland X-Ray Mackay Fourways are performed by sonographers who are highly trained and accredited professionals. Our quality team consists of male and female sonographers who are qualified to perform all diagnostic ultrasound imaging including breast imaging.

    At Queensland X-Ray Mackay Fourways, we understand that women have unique health concerns. If you would like to ensure a female sonographer performs your ultrasound services then please consider booking at one of our Women’s Imaging Centres

  • At Queensland X-Ray, we provide our patients with their images and ultrasound results online. To access your images and results, you’ll need to register for an account when you visit one of our practices. If you’ve already registered, you can access the Patient Portal here.

  • To book an ultrasound online with Queensland X-Ray, access our portal here.