Bone Densitometry at Jim Pattison Pavilion (VGH)
- 899 West 12th Avenue Vancouver, BC V5Z 1M9
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- Phone: (604) 875-4611
- Fax: (604) 875-5009
Bone density tests evaluate the risk of developing osteoporosis or bone fractures, or to see if a treatment plan is stabilizing bone density.
Bone densitometry scans evaluate the fracture risk and monitor therapeutic regimes for osteoporosis. Bone density testing will determine the mineral content or strength of bones.
How to access
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Get a referral
Have your physician complete the medical imaging requisition form and fax it to the department.
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Confirm appointment
A medical imaging clerk will contact patients to book an appointment. Call 604-875-5369 to change or cancel an appointment.
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Languages
English. With advanced notice, Vancouver Coastal Health provides interpreter services for non-English speaking patients for all medical imaging modalities.
Hours of operation
- Monday: 7:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.
- Tuesday: 7:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.
- Wednesday: 7:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.
- Thursday: 7:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.
- Friday: 7:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.
- Saturday: Closed
- Sunday: Closed
How to get here
This service is located within the Nuclear Medicine Department on the ground floor of the Jim Pattison Pavilion building at Vancouver General Hospital.
Vancouver General Hospital (VGH)
Vancouver General Hospital (VGH) offers specialized health-care services to residents in Vancouver and across the province through regional programs. We provide a full range of basic and highly specialized emergency health-care and trauma services to British Columbia.