Emergency

Computed Tomography at qathet General Hospital

Computed Tomography (CT) is a diagnostic procedure that combines x-ray with advanced computer processing technology to create accurate detailed images of internal structures and organs.

CT, formerly known as a CAT scan, is an advanced medical imaging procedure that uses a revolving x-ray producing tube, special electronic sensors, and powerful computers, to make slice-like, cross-sectional images.

How to access

  • Get a referral

    A referral is required. Have your physician complete the medical Imaging requisition form.

     

  • By appointment only

    A department will contact patients to arrange an appointment. Call (604) 485-3282 option 0 to change or cancel an appointment.

  • Language requirement

    An interpreter must accompany patients who do not speak fluent English, or the exam may be cancelled.

Hours of operation

Currently open
  • Monday:   8:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.
  • Tuesday:   8:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.
  • Wednesday:   8:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.
  • Thursday:   8:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.
  • Friday:   8:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.
  • Saturday:   8:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.
  • Sunday:   8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.

Saturdays and Sundays can occasionally be closed due to staffing shortages. Call to confirm hours of operation.

Parking and transportation

​​Free parking is available.

Getting here by ferry

qathet General Hospital is two ferry rides away from the City of Vancouver.

Take the Langdale ferry from the Horseshoe Bay Terminal.  Ferry schedules can be found at: http://bcferries.com. Drive up the Sunshine Coast along Hwy 101 from Langdale to Earl's Cove.  Take the Saltery Bay ferry from Earl's Cove.

From the Saltery Bay ferry terminal, travel along Hwy 101 for approximately 20 km until you reach a "Welcome to Powell River" sign.  Continue inside the city limits until you reach a street with a right-hand lane and a store/gas station called Pacific Point Market.  At the corner on your right, turn right.  You are now on Joyce Avenue.  Follow Joyce Avenue through four sets of stoplights.  Approximately 1 km past the fourth light, you will approach the hospital on the right.

Getting here by air

Contact Pacific Coastal Airlines by e-mail at www.pacific-coastal.com or by telephone at 1-800-663-2872 for schedules of flights from Vancouver. 

qathet General Hospital

qathet General Hospital (formerly Powell River General Hospital) is a 42-bed facility providing services that include surgery, endoscopy, ICU, obstetrics, in-patient psychiatry, oncology, emergency and diagnostic services.

Computed Tomography (CT)

Computed Tomography (CT) is a diagnostic procedure that combines x-ray with advanced computer processing technology to create accurate detailed images of internal structures and organs.