Access Your Medical Imaging with Ajax Pickering Hospital & PocketHealth
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Access My Records580 Harwood Ave S, Ajax, ON L1S 2J4
24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Clinic hours vary
Hospital entrances can be accessed via Harwood Ave S or Kitney Drive. Public transportation is available through Durham Region Transit (DRT), taxi services or ride share apps.
Wheelchair-accessible entrance, parking lot & washroom
Bone Mineral Density
Cardiopulmonary (Heart and Lung) Stress Testing
CT Scan
Echocardiogram
Interventional Radiology
MRI (Magnetic Resonance Imaging)
Mammography / OBSP
Nuclear Medicine
PET-CT (Positron Emission Tomography - Computed Tomography
Ultrasound
X-ray
Additional Information
Parking rates reflect the Ministry of Health and Long-Term Care's mandate requiring Ontario hospitals that charge more than $10 a day for parking to provide financial relief regarding the cost of patient and visitor on-site parking.
Revenue generated from parking rates is reinvested into the hospital’s regional system of care, as well as the maintenance and operation of their parking facilities.
Lakeridge Health (of which Ajax Pickering is an affiliate) has discounted parking packages to align with the Ministry of Health’s requirements to make hospital parking more affordable for patients, their loved ones and caregivers. Pay-per-use parking packages are available for patients, their family members and visitors who frequently visit the hospital. Multi-day parking packages can be purchased at the Parking Pay Stations.
Payment options at the full pay stations include tap debit/credit card, cash, Google and Apple Pay.
Payment options at all exit gates include debit/credit card, Google and Apple Pay on exit.
There is a parking garage on site adjacent to the hospital. Hours are Monday to Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. and weekends/holidays, 10:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. There are also EV charging stations in the parking garage.
In collaboration with Ajax Pickering Hospital, PocketHealth grants you access to your medical imaging records, so you can proactively participate in your healthcare journey. This includes:
PocketHealth provides easy access to view, share and store your medical imaging records from Ajax Pickering Hospital so you can get involved in your own care.
Access My RecordsThe Ajax-Pickering General Women’s Auxiliary was founded in 1951, evolving in location, title and purpose to expand its services and become the community hospital it is today. As an affiliate of Lakeridge Health, the hospital provides critical care, laboratory services, inpatient and outpatient surgeries and a variety of other offerings, including diagnostic imaging. In 2019, they also opened an inpatient mental health unit, further addressing the local community’s health needs.
The Ontario Health Insurance Plan (OHIP) covers most imaging services with a referral. However, some services may fall under the patient’s responsibility if they don’t meet the required OHIP criteria. It may be helpful to ask the imaging clinic in advance about any possible fees.
Ajax Pickering Hospital’s imaging facilities typically send patient results to their referring physician within a week of the appointment, after their trained radiologists review them. For quicker access, you can use PocketHealth to easily view and share your results, often before your follow-up appointment.
To be covered by OHIP, most imaging services require a requisition or referral from a doctor. Some services may be scheduled without a referral, with the patient paying out-of-pocket. Also, the Ontario Breast Screening Program (OBSP) often does not require a referral for screening mammograms, so long as the patient meets the recommendation requirements.
Magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) is a method that uses magnetic fields and radio waves to capture images of a patient’s internal structures and organs. The MRI machine temporarily moves the patient’s protons out of alignment. As the protons realign, the subsequent release of energy is measured by a computer and converted into images. Because MRIs use strong magnets, they are generally not recommended for patients with metallic implants.
CT (computed tomography) scans use multiple low-dose X-rays to produce detailed, cross-sectional images. These images are then combined to create a 3D scan that provides in-depth views of internal tissues and structures, such as bones and organs. CT scans are well-suited for quick imaging, and they don’t require patients to remain still for long periods. They are also a good alternative for patients with metallic implants who may not be suitable candidates for the magnetic properties of MRIs.
Overall, CT scans excel at showing bones and other aspects of the skeletal system, while MRIs provide better details of soft tissues, such as tendons, ligaments and muscles.
You can learn more about the differences between PET, CT and MRI scans here.
Patients can call 905-683-2320 to obtain general information or be directed to a specific department.