X-ray Johannesburg: what to expect
Last updated October 2026
What is a digital X-ray?
An X-ray uses a small amount of radiation to create an image of the bones, chest and other structures. All our X-ray examinations are performed on fully digital radiography equipment.
At the Centre of Advanced Medicine in Waverley, Johannesburg, every X-ray is reviewed and reported by a specialist diagnostic radiologist. It is not processed by an algorithm or read by a generalist.
Types of X-ray we do
- Chest X-rays, for the lungs, heart and ribs
- Skeletal X-rays, such as hands, knees, hips and spine
- General radiography across a wide range of clinical presentations
Digital X-ray compared with film
| Older film X-ray | Digital X-ray | |
|---|---|---|
| Image resolution | Lower | Superior |
| Radiation exposure | Higher | Reduced |
| Image availability | After processing | Immediate |
Preparing for your X-ray
Wear clothing without metal near the area being imaged, and remove jewellery if asked. Tell the radiographer if you may be pregnant. Bring your doctor's request and your medical aid details.
X-ray doctor near you in Waverley, Johannesburg
We are at 13 Scott Street, Waverley, Johannesburg, 2090, serving patients from Linksfield, Sandton, Rosebank, Randburg, Garden City, Edenvale and across Johannesburg.
Opening hours are Monday to Friday, 7:30 am to 5 pm. We are closed on Saturday and Sunday. We offer same-day medical aid submission.
