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What is an Ultrasound?

Diagnostic Medical Ultrasound, commonly called sonography, is a diagnostic medical procedure that uses high frequency sound waves (ultrasound) to produce dynamic visual images of organs, tissues, or blood flow inside the body.

All Ultrasound Procedures are by appointment only.

Abdominal ultrasound preparation

Pelvic ultrasound preparation

Obstetrical ultrasound preparation

Thyroid Ultrasound - No preparation necessary

Testicular Ultrasound - No preparation necessary

Breast Ultrasound - No preparation necessary

Small parts (includes neck, superficial lumps, etc.)  - No preparation necessary.