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Advanced imaging services, just for kids
At UCSF Benioff Children's Hospitals, we offer leading-edge imaging technology in an environment designed for kids. You receive timely, reliable imaging results and the answers your family needs.
Our expert staff includes radiologists, imaging technologists and nurses who specialize in pediatric imaging. They have extensive experience working with children of all ages, from infants to young adults. Because imaging scans can be anxiety-provoking, child life specialists are also available to provide extra support and help ease any fears or worries your child may have.
Our equipment is designed for children and adjusted to produce the best images with the lowest possible radiation doses.
In some cases, sedation or anesthesia is needed to complete an imaging test, so your child remains calm and relaxed. Our team works to make your child's experience as safe and comfortable as possible.
Our imaging facilities are accredited by the American College of Radiology, which means we meet the highest standards for patient safety, image quality and staff certifications.
Adventure-themed radiology suites
At UCSF Benioff Children's Hospital San Francisco, our adventure-themed radiology suites feature surround sound and projected imagery. During a scan, kids can enjoy the sights and sounds of a hike in Muir Woods, a cable car ride or a sailing trip on San Francisco Bay. During an MRI, they can also watch a movie with special goggles.
Keeping young patients calm and engaged means clearer scans – and a more pleasant experience for the family.
Our pediatric imaging procedures
We offer the full range of radiology services, such as:
CT scan, including 3D CT
Fluoroscopy
Image-guided interventional procedures
MRI, including 3D and 3 Tesla (3T) MRI
Nuclear medicine and molecular imaging scans
Ultrasound (same-day appointments often available)
X-ray (walk-ins available at all locations)
Advanced imaging services, just for kids
At UCSF Benioff Children's Hospitals, we offer leading-edge imaging technology in an environment designed for kids. You receive timely, reliable imaging results and the answers your family needs.
Our expert staff includes radiologists, imaging technologists and nurses who specialize in pediatric imaging. They have extensive experience working with children of all ages, from infants to young adults. Because imaging scans can be anxiety-provoking, child life specialists are also available to provide extra support and help ease any fears or worries your child may have.
Our equipment is designed for children and adjusted to produce the best images with the lowest possible radiation doses.
In some cases, sedation or anesthesia is needed to complete an imaging test, so your child remains calm and relaxed. Our team works to make your child's experience as safe and comfortable as possible.
Our imaging facilities are accredited by the American College of Radiology, which means we meet the highest standards for patient safety, image quality and staff certifications.
Adventure-themed radiology suites
At UCSF Benioff Children's Hospital San Francisco, our adventure-themed radiology suites feature surround sound and projected imagery. During a scan, kids can enjoy the sights and sounds of a hike in Muir Woods, a cable car ride or a sailing trip on San Francisco Bay. During an MRI, they can also watch a movie with special goggles.
Keeping young patients calm and engaged means clearer scans – and a more pleasant experience for the family.
Our pediatric imaging procedures
We offer the full range of radiology services, such as:
CT scan, including 3D CT
Fluoroscopy
Image-guided interventional procedures
MRI, including 3D and 3 Tesla (3T) MRI
Nuclear medicine and molecular imaging scans
Ultrasound (same-day appointments often available)
X-ray (walk-ins available at all locations)
How to send radiology images to UCSF
Awards & achievements
Ranked among the nation's best in 11 specialties
Research initiatives
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The UCSF Department of Radiology and Biomedical Imaging is home to many state-of-the-art research labs, all working to use imaging technologies to improve the understanding, diagnosis and treatment of disease.
Medical tests
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This is a copy of the Pediatric Radiology page, filed under sprint-5 for BM2-1580. Everything else on it is the real page. Below are three ways to show the 18 radiology patient guide PDFs. All three link the same PDFs.
1. Quick Links, one box
All 18 guides in one Quick Links box, two columns. Each link names the guide and its language.
Patient guides
- What to expect: your CT scan (English)Download
- What to expect: your CT scan (Spanish)Download
- What to expect: your CT scan (Chinese)Download
- What to expect: your visit to the radiology department (English)Download
- What to expect: your visit to the radiology department (Spanish)Download
- What to expect: your visit to the radiology department (Chinese)Download
- What to expect: your visit to the radiology department (Russian)Download
- Tips for preparing your child for MRI (English)Download
- Tips for preparing your child for MRI (Spanish)Download
- Tips for preparing your child for MRI (Chinese)Download
- Tips for preparing teens for MRI (Spanish)Download
- Tips for preparing teens for MRI (Simplified Chinese)Download
- Tips for preparing teens for MRI (Traditional Chinese)Download
- Tips for preparing teens for MRI (Russian)Download
- Feed and swaddle program (English)Download
- Feed and swaddle program (Spanish)Download
- Feed and swaddle program (Chinese)Download
- Feed and swaddle program (Russian)Download
- What to expect: your CT scan (English)Download
- What to expect: your CT scan (Spanish)Download
- What to expect: your CT scan (Chinese)Download
- What to expect: your visit to the radiology department (English)Download
- What to expect: your visit to the radiology department (Spanish)Download
- What to expect: your visit to the radiology department (Chinese)Download
- What to expect: your visit to the radiology department (Russian)Download
- Tips for preparing your child for MRI (English)Download
- Tips for preparing your child for MRI (Spanish)Download
- Tips for preparing your child for MRI (Chinese)Download
- Tips for preparing teens for MRI (Spanish)Download
- Tips for preparing teens for MRI (Simplified Chinese)Download
- Tips for preparing teens for MRI (Traditional Chinese)Download
- Tips for preparing teens for MRI (Russian)Download
- Feed and swaddle program (English)Download
- Feed and swaddle program (Spanish)Download
- Feed and swaddle program (Chinese)Download
- Feed and swaddle program (Russian)Download
2. Quick Links, one box per guide
Five Quick Links boxes, two columns, one per guide. Each link names the language.
What to expect: your CT scan
What to expect: your visit to the radiology department
Tips for preparing your child for MRI
3. Link List
One Link List with five titled groups, one per guide. Each link names the language.
Patient guides
Tips for preparing teens for MRI
Support services
Child Life
Certified child life specialists ease the stress and anxiety of childhood illness through therapeutic play, schooling and family-focused support.
Family Amenities
Family-friendly amenities help you relax and take care of yourself while staying close to your child. We offer lounges, kitchens, showers, breastfeeding rooms and more.
Social Services at UCSF Benioff Children's Hospitals
Social workers ease the effect of illness, injury and hospitalization on your family with counseling and assistance to help you navigate the challenges.
Activity Rooms
Activity rooms offer a relaxed environment for children of all ages. Features include a playroom, digital arts studio and teen lounge. Find out more.
Pediatric Art Therapy Program
Art therapy helps kids and families express themselves, making it easier to cope with pediatric health issues. Group and bedside services are available.
Pediatric Music Therapy Program
Board-certified music therapists help kids cope with illness and the feelings that come with it. Find out about group activities and bedside therapy.
School Program for Hospitalized Children
Our schoolroom services and individual learning programs help children hospitalized at UCSF continue their education and get ready to return to school.
School Re-Entry Program
We help kids return to school after hospitalization by educating staff and students about their needs and recommending needed accommodations. Read more.
Individual Playtime & Instruction
If your child can't be around other kids for medical reasons, you can sign up for private sessions in our activity and school rooms. Find out how.
Interpreter Services & Communication Assistance at UCSF Benioff Children's Hospitals
Interpreter services in many languages and TDDs are available for families that need help communicating with care teams. Here's how to access them.
Family Resource Center
We help families cope with the challenges of childhood illness and hospitalization in a relaxing environment where parents can get a much-needed break.
Parent Support Program
Weekly activities, including knitting, scrapbooking, chair massage and more, help family caregivers get a much-needed break. Find out more.
Patient Relations at UCSF Benioff Children's Hospitals
Patient relations reps and nursing supervisors are here to answer questions and address concerns. Learn about your rights, how to reach us and more.
Spiritual Care at UCSF Benioff Children's Hospitals
Chaplains help UCSF patients, families and staff cope with the spiritual and emotional challenges of childhood illness. Learn more.
International Services at UCSF Benioff Children's Hospitals
If you're coming to UCSF from outside the U.S., we coordinate your child's appointments and provide other helpful services. Here's how to get started.