State-of-the-art radiology: Beyond Radiology
Cantabrians are being warmly welcomed into an impressive new radiology clinic, with groundbreaking technology, aimed at removing stress from each patient’s unique health journey. 
Beyond Radiology in Merivale offers a first-class experience for both patients, and referrers.
Its difference is that the business is fully New Zealand owned, and led by a team of highly qualified compassionate clinicians. The whole team pride themselves on putting each patient’s needs first, as they are guided through their imaging journey.
“We live and breathe the mantra going above and beyond, every single day with a quality, patient-focused, clinician-lead service to the people of Canterbury,”
says Chief Medical Officer and Lead Radiologist Dr Philip Clark (pictured).
His dream to start a practice, based on ethics, values, and great service, started with his Grafton, Auckland clinic in 2021, which expanded rapidly.
“We have had so much wonderful feedback since we opened in Christchurch in March. The vision was to provide a better experience, which begins the moment you walk in the door. We treat all patients with the same dignity and respect all the way through. Irrespective of their background, every patient will be treated equally.”
As one of the first Māori radiologists to be trained in New Zealand, Dr Clark also practices at his clinics every day.
“I have had my hands on the wheel the whole way, with every detail,” he explains proudly. “This includes our logo, which represents a tree-trunk cross-section with what we call ‘the rings of life,’ representing patients of all ages on all aspects of their health journey. Being so involved means I can be completely confident of our high-quality service.
“We offer some of the best image quality available with brand new MRI, CT, Ultrasound, and X-ray equipment for diagnostic and interventional procedures.”
For example, the IT suite includes a portal allowing patients secure access to view their own images online.
“Our latest high-end MRI scanner utilises some of the most up-to-date Artificial Intelligence (AI) technology, capturing extremely fine bone structures and cartilage detail that could not previously be seen,” Dr Clark says. “It’s extremely sophisticated and great to visualise pathology and structures in a different way.”
He adds that the technology only does so much, however, and it is the amazing team of experienced radiologists who pin-point the answers, providing clarity in the reporting.
In Merivale, at 225 Papanui Road, with free onsite parking, the clinic is a welcoming haven for patients, with its natural timber and warm neutral interior. Significant planning has gone into the look and feel, to ensure a calm and comfortable space for patients.
Aesthetics aside, Dr Clark says the heart and soul is Beyond Radiology’s people.
Call 03 964 7459 or visit the website.
