X-Ray/Plain Film

An X-ray is a quick procedure commonly used to produce two dimensional (2D) images of the inside of the body. It's a very effective way of looking at the bones and can be used to help detect a range of conditions.  X-rays are usually carried out in hospital X-ray departments by trained specialists called radiographers.

Departments on all sites incorporate modern x-ray equipment.

Depending on the area being imaged, patients may be required to change into a hospital gown for their x-ray.

During working hours there is always an advanced practitioner available in the Emergency Department x-ray to provide expert advice to other radiographers, junior doctors and nurse practitioners from the Emergency Department.  The Advanced Practitioners will then review the imaging and issue a report to the referring clinician.

The department undertakes a full range of plain radiographic examinations.

More information about what an x-ray is, when they are used, what happens and how you can prepare for one can be found here:  X-ray - NHS.

Calderdale Royal Hospital – Radiology Department, 1^st Floor.

Huddersfield Royal Infirmary - From the Main Hospital Entrance, we are located on the lower ground floor, following the signs for X-Ray & Diagnostic Imaging.

Calderdale Royal Hospital: 

• Laura Huggon, CRH Team Lead - 01422 222295
• X-ray reception - 01422 2224141

Huddersfield Royal Infirmary: X-Ray reception - 01484 342700