MRI Scan

Poliklinika Sever operates a hospital-grade MRI unit on the ground floor of Main Entrance A, managed by radiologist MUDr. Šustr Karel. Magnetic resonance imaging uses powerful magnetic fields and radio waves — no radiation — to produce high-resolution cross-sectional images of soft tissues, joints, the brain, spine, and abdominal organs. The polyclinic setting means MRI results can be directly reviewed by the on-site specialist outpatient teams: neurology, orthopaedics, surgery, and gynaecology all operate in the same building, allowing same-day consultations when scheduling allows. Self-pay bookings are accepted alongside insured patients, making this a practical option for medical tourists and expatriates needing detailed imaging without a long wait. Pricing is confirmed on booking — contact the clinic by phone for current self-pay rates.

Magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) at Poliklinika Sever is conducted in the dedicated diagnostics suite at the ground floor of Main Entrance A (Door 02A), under the supervision of MUDr. Šustr Karel, the facility's responsible radiologist. MRI is a non-ionising imaging modality — it uses strong magnetic fields aligned with the body's hydrogen atoms and radio-frequency pulses to generate detailed cross-sectional images without the radiation exposure associated with CT or X-ray. This makes it the first-choice imaging tool for soft-tissue assessment, neurological conditions, joint injuries, and complex abdominal or pelvic pathology. At a polyclinic of Poliklinika Sever's size — 23 departments under one roof, the second-largest private healthcare facility in the South Bohemian regional capital — MRI findings can be interpreted in context by the on-site specialist teams. The neurology department (MUDr. Šafr Josef, EEG laboratory on Floor 2) handles neurological MRI indications including headache workup, suspected demyelinating disease, and peripheral neuropathy. The orthopaedics department (MUDr. Nevšímal Lukáš MBA and MUDr. Řehoušek Petr) uses musculoskeletal MRI for joint and ligament assessment. The surgical department — six surgeons including a coloproctology specialist — can act on abdominal MRI findings. For medical tourists, this multi-specialty integration means findings do not go into a void: a same-day or next-day specialist appointment is achievable within the same building. Common indications serviced at this facility include: brain and spine MRI (headache, back pain, radiculopathy), musculoskeletal MRI (knee, shoulder, hip, ankle), abdominal MRI (liver, pancreas, kidneys), and gynaecological MRI (uterine and ovarian assessment). Breast MRI and cardiac MRI may be available on request — confirm with the department. Preparation requirements depend on the body region being scanned. Patients with implanted metallic devices (pacemakers, cochlear implants, certain surgical clips) must declare these before booking as some are MRI-incompatible. Patients should remove all jewellery, piercings, and metal accessories before entering the scanning room. Abdominal and pelvic scans typically require 4–6 hours of fasting. Claustrophobia can be managed with mild pre-medication — discuss with the referring department. Scan duration ranges from 20 to 60 minutes depending on protocol and body region. The radiologist's written report is typically available within 1–3 working days; urgent results can be discussed directly with the referring specialist on-site. Self-pay (non-insured) bookings are accepted. EU citizens holding a valid European Health Insurance Card (EHIC) are covered as Czech insured patients. Non-EU medical tourists should confirm pricing when booking — the department will advise on current self-pay tariffs, which are competitive with private imaging centres across the South Bohemian Region.