Ultrasound
Ultrasound is an examination that utilizes sound waves to produce an image. The image produced is called a sonogram. Ultrasounds have many different uses and since there is no radiation involved, it is considered risk free.
Ultrasound exams that we perform include but are not limited to: Abdominal, Gallbladder, Renal, Testicular, Thyroid, Pelvic, Endo vaginal, 1st trimester OB early for dates, 2nd trimester complete anatomy scan, and 3rd trimester OB for growth. Biopsies, Amniocentesis, Paracentesis, and Thoracentesis, and Drains are also performed.
After-hours exams are performed on an emergency basis through the Emergency Department. These exams include, Ectopic pregnancies, Testicular torsion, Pregnancy with heavy bleeding, and Ovarian torsion/TOA. All OB exams must have BETA HCG completed before the tech is called in. All 1st trimester OB and Pelvis exams must have a full bladder or a Foley Catheter in place.