New Community Diagnostic Centre opens in Wood Green Mall
The CDC is located on the ground floor of The Mall.
Initially, the Centre will offer x-ray, ultrasound, ophthalmology and phlebotomy (blood tests) services to local people in the heart of Haringey, but there are plans to increase the number of services that will be offered on the site in the future.
Whittington Health NHS Trust runs the Wood Green CDC, with their staff behind the front desks and providing the clinical services. The ophthalmology (eye) clinic is run by staff from the Royal Free NHS Foundation Trust.
By providing additional services to those already offered by the NHS locally, it is hoped to speed up diagnosis and, if treatment is required, to begin more quickly.
People do not have to be under the care of Whittington Health to take advantage of the new provision. Patients can be referred to it by their GP or from any other local hospital.
We are delighted to have welcomed our first patients through the doors, this has been a culmination of innovative partnership working over the last year. By bringing diagnostic tests to the high street, we are able to offer people tests and scans earlier and in an easy-to-access location.
Frequently Asked Questions
What services does the CDC offer?
The CDC offers blood tests, x-ray, ultrasound and an ophthalmology (eye) clinic.
Who can have an appointment at the CDC?
GPs will refer people who need an appointment at the CDC. The CDC is only for adults at the moment.
How can I get an appointment?
For blood tests and ultrasound your GP will be able to book you an appointment or help arrange it. For x-rays your GP will be able to give you a letter or email and you will be able to walk-in to the CDC for an appointment. Your hospital doctor can refer you for the ophthalmology (eye clinic).
Can I walk-in?
The CDC can only see people who have been referred by their GP for a test. Please speak to your GP if you think you need one.
How will I get my results?
Your results will be sent back to your GP or hospital doctor who referred you.
Why is it in a shopping centre?
To make it easier for people to attend their healthcare appointments. Previously Haringey residents had to travel further for diagnostic tests than other residents in Barnet, Camden Enfield and Islington. Wood Green is in the middle of the borough and The Mall is easy to get to for most people.
What hours will the CDC be open?
The current opening hours of the CDC are Monday to Friday 9am - 5pm
Once the Centre is fully up and running, the opening hours will be: Monday - Friday 8am - 8pm / Saturday and Sunday 9am - 5pm
To find out more about the CDC and take a virtual tour of the new facilities, use the button below.
You can email any queries to woodgreencdc.whitthealth@nhs.net
