Radiology/Imaging
Ultrasound
What is ultrasound imaging?
Also called sonography or ultrasound scanning, ultrasound
imaging utilizes high-frequency sound waves to "echo" or bounce off
the body to create an image. For an ultrasound exam, the
sonographer applies a special gel to the skin, and a wand-like
instrument (called a transducer) is positioned over it. Sound waves
are generated and reflected off of internal structures and sent
back to the transducer as electric impulses, which produce an image
on a computer screen. A radiologist will review the images and the
sonographer's findings to render a report, which will be sent to
your physician.
Is ultrasound safe?
There are no known harmful effects associated with the
medical use of ultrasound.
Will ultrasound hurt?
The procedure itself is painless, but in order to obtain
the best image possible, mild discomfort might occur from
transducer pressure or angling.
Types of Ultrasound Exams:
Besides pregnancies, ultrasound is used to examine many of the
body's internal organs, including the gallbladder, liver, kidneys,
pancreas, uterus, ovaries, prostate, testicles, thyroid and
breasts. Ultrasound can also look at and listen to the blood flow
within arteries and veins in the neck, abdomen and legs.
Our radiologists oversee our highly trained, registered
sonographers, many who possess added certifications. The Beverly
Radiology Associates have all obtained and documented at least
twice the number of CME credits required by the Board of
Registration in Medicine for over the past four years, each earning
the AMA Physician Recognition Award with Commendation. Our
radiologists and radiology staff use their expertise to improve
your experience.
Outpatient Ultrasound Services are available at Beverly
Hospital, Lahey Outpatient Center, Danvers and Addison Gilbert
Hospital. Although a physician's order is required for an
ultrasound examination, you may call 866-479-3208
to schedule your exam.
Our Ultrasound Program is accredited by the American College of
Radiology in OB/GYN, abdominal, vascular, breast and breast
biopsy.
