“You should know that this is a pilot project which was launched by the head of the radiology department“, explains Philippe Deleuse, medical director of the hospital. “The delays are quite long, especially in MRI, we are talking here about two months. It is much shorter than what we can see in the province of Liège for example, but we hope, with the opening of these time slots, perhaps to welcome patients who are outside the province of Luxembourg“.
Important to mention, having a CT scan or an MRI will not generate additional costs to be passed on to the patient. “It’s not because you arrive in the evening that there is additional taxation or fees, so it’s exactly the same price as during the day“, concludes Philippe Deleuse.
Luxembourg City, January 16, 2026
Hospital Launches Evening Scan Slots to Tackle MRI Wait Times
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A new pilot program aims to reduce lengthy diagnostic imaging delays, particularly for MRI scans, offering appointments during extended hours without additional patient costs.
- A pilot project has been initiated by the radiology department to address significant delays in medical imaging.
- MRI scan wait times currently average two months, though this is shorter than in neighboring regions.
- The program offers evening appointment slots at no extra cost to patients.
Facing a backlog in diagnostic imaging, a hospital is testing extended hours for CT scans and MRIs. The initiative, spearheaded by the head of the radiology department, seeks to alleviate wait times that currently stretch to two months for MRI appointments. This direct answer addresses the growing concern of MRI scan delays, offering a potential solution for patients seeking timely diagnoses.
Addressing Regional Disparities
While the current two-month wait for MRIs is an improvement compared to the province of Liège, hospital officials hope the new evening time slots will attract patients from a wider geographic area, potentially including those outside the province of Luxembourg. Philippe Deleuse, medical director of the hospital, explained the rationale behind the pilot program, emphasizing the need to improve access to crucial diagnostic services.
Cost Remains Consistent
A significant benefit of the program is that the cost of scans remains unchanged regardless of appointment time. “It’s not because you arrive in the evening that there is additional taxation or fees, so it’s exactly the same price as during the day,” Deleuse stated, reassuring patients that accessibility won’t come at a financial burden.
The hospital will continue to monitor the program’s effectiveness and gather feedback to determine its long-term viability. The goal is to provide more convenient and timely access to essential medical imaging for all patients.
