Watergate Medical Imaging Centre
Digital X-rays,
clear next steps.
Professional digital diagnostic X-ray services conveniently located at Watergate Medical Centre, serving patients and healthcare referrers across Mitchell’s Plain and the surrounding Cape Flats communities.
07 Watergate Boulevard · Opposite Watergate Centre · Next to Nando’s
Digital X-rays
Clinically required imaging
For all ages
Babies, children and adults
Accessible care
Support needs welcome
Private and medical aid
Eligible patients welcome
Imaging that respects your time
Clear guidance before your X-ray.
When an X-ray is required, local access and plain-language information matter. Watergate Medical Imaging Centre is a dedicated diagnostic imaging department inside Watergate Medical Centre.
We support patients, families, doctors and healthcare practitioners with practical guidance on referrals, preparation and what to bring.
Watergate Medical Imaging Centre
Digital X-ray services.
Professional diagnostic imaging for clinically required examinations, subject to appropriate referral, patient assessment and radiographic protocol.
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Digital diagnostic X-rays
Digital X-ray imaging for clinically required examinations, subject to appropriate referral, patient assessment and radiographic protocol.
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X-rays for adults and older persons
Diagnostic X-ray examinations for adults and older persons from Watergate, Mitchell’s Plain and surrounding communities.
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Child and baby X-rays
X-ray examinations for babies, children and young children where clinically required and appropriately referred. Our team aims to make the experience as calm and clear as possible for children and their families.
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Paediatric skeletal surveys
Paediatric skeletal surveys for children under five when clinically indicated and appropriately referred.
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Accessible X-rays
Spacious imaging areas support wheelchair access and patients with mobility, communication or other support needs. Please tell the imaging team about any assistance requirements before your visit.
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Occupational and pre-employment X-rays
X-ray imaging for occupational health, workplace and pre-employment medical requirements, where requested by the referring practitioner or employer process.
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Travel and specialist medical chest X-rays
Chest X-rays for immigration, emigration, passport, visa, seafarer, cabin crew, aviation, flying and diving medical requirements where requested.
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Private and eligible medical-aid X-ray services
We welcome private-pay patients and eligible medical-aid patients. Please confirm your benefits and any authorisation requirements with your medical aid before your visit.
For patients and referrers
A straightforward visit, from first message to examination.
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Contact us
Ask about booking, referral or preparation requirements.
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Bring what is needed
Your referral, ID and medical-aid details where applicable.
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Attend your examination
Tell the radiographer about pregnancy or support needs.
Before your examination
Your safety is part of every step.
Bring your referral, ID and medical-aid details where applicable.
Confirm your benefits or authorisation before visiting.
Tell the radiographer if you are pregnant or may be pregnant.
Tell us about mobility, communication or support needs.
For medical emergencies, call 10177 or go to your nearest emergency department.
Find the imaging centre
Easy to find in Watergate.
Inside Watergate Medical Centre, opposite Watergate Centre and next to Nando’s. The MyCiTi bus stop is approximately 500 metres away.
07 Watergate Boulevard
Watergate, Mitchell’s Plain, 7785
Local access
Serving Mitchell’s Plain and nearby communities.
Patients visit from Watergate, Mitchell’s Plain, Philippi, Delft, Mandalay and surrounding Cape Flats communities. Our location supports easier access for patients, families and referring practitioners.
Frequently asked questions
Helpful answers before your visit.
Watergate Medical Imaging Centre provides digital diagnostic X-rays inside Watergate Medical Centre at 07 Watergate Boulevard, Watergate, Mitchell’s Plain, 7785. We serve patients from Watergate, Philippi, Delft, Mandalay and nearby Cape Flats communities.
A referral may be required, depending on the X-ray examination requested. Please contact Watergate Medical Imaging Centre before your visit for booking guidance and referral requirements. Bring your referral and relevant medical documents where applicable.
We assist eligible medical-aid patients and also welcome private-pay patients. Please confirm your available benefits, co-payments and any pre-authorisation requirements with your medical aid before your X-ray appointment.
Yes. Watergate Medical Imaging Centre provides clinically required X-ray examinations for babies, children and young children when appropriately referred. Our team aims to make the process calm, clear and supportive for children and their families.
Yes. Our imaging areas support wheelchair access and patients with mobility, communication or other support needs. Please tell the imaging reception about any assistance you may need before your appointment.
Yes. We provide X-ray imaging for occupational health, workplace and pre-employment medical requirements where requested through the relevant practitioner or employer process. Contact the imaging reception to confirm the documents needed.
Watergate Medical Imaging Centre provides chest X-rays requested for immigration, emigration, visa, passport, seafarer, cabin crew, aviation, flying and diving medical requirements. Please contact us beforehand to confirm referral and documentation requirements.
Please bring your identity document, medical-aid card or membership details if applicable, referral letter where required and any relevant previous imaging or medical documentation. Ask your medical aid about authorisation before your visit if needed.
Tell the radiographer before your examination if you are pregnant or think you may be pregnant. This allows the team to consider the appropriate precautions and guide you safely.
Watergate Medical Imaging Centre currently provides digital diagnostic X-ray services. Ultrasound, mammography and CT services are planned for a future phase and should not yet be presented as available services.
Watergate Medical Imaging Centre
Need diagnostic X-ray guidance?
Contact us for booking, referral and patient-preparation guidance.
Call 063 865 4260
Email info@watergatemedicalimaging.co.za
Inside Watergate Imaging Centre
A short walkthrough of our digital X-ray suite, from reception to examination, so you know exactly what to expect on the day.