Who Reads and Reports Your Scan? Meet the Team Behind Your Results
Your EOS scan at ScanAlign is performed by a specialist diagnostic radiographer registered with the HCPC, and reported by a consultant radiologist registered with the GMC. Both are named professionals with verifiable registration numbers, so you always know exactly who is responsible for your results.
Key takeaways
- A named, HCPC-registered diagnostic radiographer performs and quality-checks every scan.
- A named, GMC-registered consultant radiologist with musculoskeletal sub-specialty expertise writes your report.
- Every report goes through a structured quality assurance process before it reaches you.
- You can verify each professional's registration online through the HCPC and GMC registers.
- No AI tools write or sign off your report. It is always a qualified human.
Who reads my scan at ScanAlign?
Your scan is read by qualified, registered professionals with specific expertise in musculoskeletal imaging. At ScanAlign, standing EOS imaging in Harley Street, two key roles are involved in producing your report: the diagnostic radiographer who performs your scan and the consultant radiologist who interprets it.
Both professionals are individually registered with their respective regulatory bodies. That means you can look them up and confirm their qualifications yourself.
Abbas Dhami
Specialist Diagnostic Radiographer · HCPC RA47498Abbas performs your EOS scan and ensures the images meet the quality standard needed for a full alignment assessment. He is registered with the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC), the regulatory body for radiographers in the UK.
Dr Kajan Gengatharan
Consultant Radiologist · GMC 6160074 · FRCRDr Gengatharan is a consultant radiologist with Fellowship of the Royal College of Radiologists (FRCR) and a musculoskeletal sub-specialty interest. He reviews your images, interprets the findings, and writes the formal report. He is registered with the General Medical Council (GMC).
What is the difference between a radiologist and a radiographer?
A radiographer is the healthcare professional who operates the imaging equipment and captures your scan. A radiologist is a medical doctor who has completed specialist training in interpreting diagnostic images. Both are essential, but they do different jobs.
At ScanAlign, your radiographer is Abbas Dhami (HCPC RA47498), and your consultant radiologist is Dr Kajan Gengatharan (GMC 6160074). Both registrations are publicly searchable, so you can verify their qualifications at any time.
How does my scan go from image to report?
Your scan follows a clear, structured pathway from the moment you step into the EOS room to the moment your report is delivered. Here is how it works.
Your scan is performed
Abbas positions you in the EOS system and captures your standing, weight-bearing images. He checks each image for quality before you leave. Learn more about what to expect at an alignment assessment.
Images are securely transferred
Your images are sent via a secure system to Dr Gengatharan for review. Image data is handled in accordance with UK data protection standards.
The consultant radiologist reports
Dr Gengatharan reviews your full-body alignment images, identifies any findings, and writes a detailed report. This includes observations about skeletal alignment, joint positioning, and any areas of concern.
Your report is delivered
The signed report is sent to you and, if you wish, to your referring clinician. Find out more about how EOS scan results are reported.
How does ScanAlign ensure report quality?
Report quality is maintained through a combination of professional standards, regulatory oversight, and a structured workflow. Every report is written by a consultant radiologist with relevant musculoskeletal expertise. The radiographer checks image quality before the images reach the reporting stage, so the radiologist always works from the best possible data.
ScanAlign operates under The Harley Street Hospital's CQC licence, which means the service is subject to the same regulatory standards as the hospital itself. You can learn more about ScanAlign and how the clinic is run.
When MRI is the better tool: EOS shows bones, joints and whole-body alignment in a standing, weight-bearing position. For soft tissue, discs or nerves, MRI is usually the better tool. If your clinician needs soft-tissue detail, they may recommend MRI alongside or instead of EOS. Our team can help you understand which scan is right for your situation through patient support.
Have questions about your results or the reporting process? Get in touch before you book your scan.
Book a free video consultationFrequently asked questions about who reads your scan
Yes. Your EOS scan is reported by Dr Kajan Gengatharan, a consultant radiologist registered with the GMC (registration number 6160074). He is a medical doctor with specialist postgraduate training in diagnostic imaging.
A radiographer operates the imaging equipment and captures your scan. A radiologist is a medical doctor who interprets the images and writes the clinical report. Both are regulated professionals with different responsibilities.
Yes. Abbas Dhami's HCPC registration (RA47498) is searchable on the HCPC online register. Dr Kajan Gengatharan's GMC registration (6160074) is searchable on the GMC's online register. Both are public.
No. Your report is written and signed by a consultant radiologist. No AI tools are used to generate or sign off your clinical report.
Dr Gengatharan holds Fellowship of the Royal College of Radiologists (FRCR) and has a musculoskeletal sub-specialty interest. FRCR is the standard postgraduate qualification for consultant radiologists in the UK.
If you provide details of a referring clinician, your report can be sent directly to them. You will also receive a copy yourself. The choice is yours.
No. ScanAlign accepts self-referrals. You can book directly without a GP referral letter.
Yes. EOS uses about 90% less radiation than a standard X-ray, around ten times less. It captures full-body images in a single standing exposure.
ScanAlign is a private, self-pay clinic. For current pricing, please visit the booking page or get in touch directly.
If the radiologist identifies an unexpected or significant finding, you will be informed and advised on appropriate next steps. This may include a recommendation to see your GP or a specialist for further investigation.
Questions about your scan or results?
Speak to our team before you commit. A free video consultation lets you ask anything about the process, the people involved, and whether an EOS scan is right for you.
Book a free video consultationWritten by Abbas Dhami (Specialist Diagnostic Radiographer, HCPC RA47498).
Sources
- Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC). Check the Register. hcpc-uk.org/check-the-register
- General Medical Council (GMC). The Medical Register. gmc-uk.org
- The Royal College of Radiologists. Standards for the Reporting and Interpretation of Imaging Investigations. 2nd ed. London: RCR, 2018.
This page is general information and not a diagnosis.
ScanAlign is the trading name of CoreMed Solutions Ltd and operates under The Harley Street Hospital's CQC licence.