Private MRI · Manchester and Salford
A private MRI for Manchester, with a GP by your side.
Talk to a private GP by phone or video, have your scan within days at our partner centre in Salford, and get a consultant radiologist's report explained in plain English. No NHS referral, and no trip for the consultation.
Scans we arrange
MRI uses no radiation and shows soft tissue in fine detail, which makes it the go-to scan for the brain, spine and joints.
Brain and head
Changing headaches, dizziness, numbness or tingling, assessed by a GP first.
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Spine
Sciatica, trapped nerves, and neck or back pain that won't settle.
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Knee, shoulder and joints
Knee, shoulder, hip and ankle injuries from sport, work or the gym.
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Abdomen and pelvis
Liver, gallbladder, kidney and pelvic questions, plus prostate MRI after a raised PSA.
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Whole-body MRI
Head-to-pelvis MRI, with the benefits and drawbacks set out plainly.
Find out more →What to expect
How to prepare, what the scan feels like and how your results reach you.
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More than a scan and a PDF
Plenty of scan-only providers email you a report and leave the rest to you. With us, a GP is involved before the scan and after it.
- Checked before you book. A GP talks through your symptoms first. If an X-ray, ultrasound or blood test would answer the question better, we say so.
- Read by a specialist. A consultant radiologist reports every scan, usually within 48 hours.
- Explained, not just sent. Your GP calls to go through the report, so you are not left guessing at medical terms.
- Sorted afterwards. Physiotherapy, a specialist opinion or an NHS referral, depending on what the scan shows.
CT, ultrasound and DEXA
MRI isn't always the best test. Your GP can arrange CT, ultrasound or DEXA instead, with the same specialist reporting and GP follow-up.
CT scan
Low-dose lung CT, heart calcium scoring and detailed chest, abdomen and bone scans.
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Ultrasound
No radiation: the abdomen, pelvis, soft tissues, joints and the aorta.
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DEXA scan
Bone density to check for osteoporosis, plus body composition.
Find out more →Book CT, ultrasound, X-ray or DEXA
These scans book straight online. Most are at our partner centres in Salford or Liverpool, and DEXA is in Denton.
| Scan | Price | Book |
|---|---|---|
| CT scan, 1 areaSalford | £495 | Book |
| Low-dose lung CTSalford | £599 | Book |
| CT calcium scoreCentre confirmed when booked | £595 | Book |
| Ultrasound, per areaSalford or Liverpool | £295 | Book |
| Vascular (Doppler) ultrasoundCentre confirmed when booked | £350 | Book |
| X-rayLiverpool | £225 | Book |
| DEXA bone densityDenton, Greater Manchester | £245 | Book |
Prices include a phone or video GP consultation, the consultant report and a GP review of your results. A £25 booking fee secures your GP call and comes off the price.
How it works
Book online
Book online, on WhatsApp or by calling 01772 282189. You don't need an NHS referral.
GP call or video
A GP checks your symptoms and MRI safety by phone or video, then refers you for the right scan.
Scan near you
Most Manchester patients are scanned in Salford, usually within days. Other centres are available.
Results call
A consultant radiologist reports the scan, typically within 48 hours, and your GP talks you through it.
What patients say
Five stars on Doctify
“Dr Tang is a really good doctor, extremely knowledgeable and one of the first doctors to really listen.”
Verified patient review, Doctify
“Amazing communicator. Fast responses and very attentive.”
Verified patient review, Doctify
Rating for Dr Chun Tang based on 7 verified reviews on doctify.com, October 2026.
A specialist reads every scan
A consultant radiologist, a doctor trained to interpret scans, examines your images and writes the report. Your GP then reviews it with you.
- Typically within 48 hours of your scan
- Images and report available to share with any specialist, NHS or private
- A copy for your NHS GP with your permission
What it costs
Prices are fixed and agreed before you book. Let us know the area to be scanned and we'll confirm the cost.
| Scan | Price |
|---|---|
| Single-area MRIBrain, spine, knee, shoulder, hip and other single areas | from £425 |
| Prostate MRI (multiparametric)The recommended next step after a raised PSA | £825 |
| Breast MRIFor women at high inherited risk | £925 |
| Cardiac MRIFor specific heart questions | £995 |
| Whole-body MRI, head to pelvisSee all whole-body options | from £875 |
Your scan is arranged through a private GP consultation. Ask us for a fixed quote for your scan area.
Less waiting, more knowing.
A long wait for a scan is a long time to worry. A clear result, explained by a doctor, is usually the first step to feeling better.Is a private MRI right for you?
- You're facing a long NHS wait and want answers sooner
- You've picked up a sports or gym injury that isn't improving
- You have headaches, back pain or joint pain that keeps coming back
- A symptom is worrying you and you want peace of mind
- You'd like a GP by phone or video and a scan within days
Led by North West GPs
Private MRI Manchester is run by Northwest Health, a doctor-led private clinic in Bamber Bridge, Preston, registered with the Care Quality Commission.
A GP for over 20 years. Our GPs assess you before your scan and stay your point of contact afterwards, so you always know what your result means and what happens next.
Scanners near Manchester
Most people in Greater Manchester are scanned in Salford, about 4 miles from the city centre. Newton-le-Willows, Preston and Liverpool are there if they are easier for you or have an earlier slot.
| Centre | Scans | From Manchester | MRI, 1 area | Book |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Salford | MRI, whole-body MRI, cardiac MRI, CT, low-dose lung CT, ultrasound | 4 miles | £475 | Book Salford |
| Newton-le-Willows | MRI, whole-body MRI | 16 miles | £425 | Book Newton-le-Willows |
| Preston | MRI, whole-body MRI | 29 miles | £425 | Book Preston |
| Liverpool | MRI, X-ray, ultrasound | 31 miles | £475 | Book Liverpool |
Straight-line distances from Manchester city centre. Not every centre offers every scan. Prices include your GP consultation, the consultant report and a GP results review. You'll get the full address and directions when your scan is booked.
Questions people ask
Do I need a referral from my own GP?
No. You book a private GP consultation with us by phone or video, and our GP assesses you and refers you for the scan.
How much is a private MRI in Manchester?
A single-area MRI starts from £425 at a fixed price. Tell us the area and we'll confirm the cost before you book.
How soon could I have my scan?
Usually within days of your GP consultation. The consultant report is typically ready within 48 hours of the scan.
Which scanner will I go to?
You choose. Most Manchester patients go to our partner centre in Salford, which also offers CT and ultrasound. Newton-le-Willows, Preston and Liverpool are also available. The address and directions come with your booking, or you can find your nearest centre.
Do I need to travel for the GP consultation?
No. Your GP consultation is by phone or video, so the only trip you make is for the scan itself.
Is it the same as an NHS scan?
Yes. The same MRI technology, at accredited imaging centres, reported by consultant radiologists, without the wait.
Can I just choose the scan I want?
Your GP will listen to what you want to know and recommend the scan most likely to answer it. If MRI isn't the right test, for example if an X-ray or ultrasound would be better, we will explain why.
Will my health insurance pay?
Some policies cover private scans, but most need pre-authorisation and some require a specialist referral. Check with your insurer before booking and ask us for anything they need.
I'm claustrophobic. Can I still have a scan?
Often, yes. Tell us when you book. Depending on the area scanned you may be able to go in feet first, and the radiographer can talk to you throughout. Read what to expect.
Will my NHS GP know?
Only if you want them to. With your permission we send a summary and the report to your NHS GP.
Get your scan booked
Book online, message us on WhatsApp or call 01772 282189. Your GP consultation is by phone or video.