Private Ultrasound Scans in Birmingham

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Don’t wait for answers—get expert-led diagnostics with our highly skilled consultant radiologists and sonographers. Our state-of-the-art ultrasound technology provides clear, detailed imaging for precise diagnoses, helping you get the right treatment without delay.

Seeing a consultant radiologist means more than just a scan—you benefit from expert interpretation, ensuring a faster and more accurate diagnosis. Your consultation includes an in-depth review of your results, a clear diagnosis, and a tailored treatment plan, all in one visit.

With same-day results and appointments available at short notice, we eliminate unnecessary waiting times. Plus, our seamless care approach includes follow-up consultations and referral support, ensuring you receive comprehensive, expert-led care from start to finish.

Do I Need an Ultrasound Scan?

An ultrasound scan is a safe and non-invasive way to create a detailed image of your internal organs and soft tissues. It helps us assess potential health concerns by providing a clearer picture of your body’s condition. If you're experiencing symptoms or discomfort, an ultrasound may be a helpful step in identifying any underlying issues.

Ultrasound scans are often used to examine:

  • Abdominal and Pelvic Organs – to help diagnose conditions affecting the digestive or reproductive systems.
  • Joints and Muscles – including the detection of:
    • Arthritis, effusions, and synovitis in joints
    • Inflammation in the hands and feet (such as from gout or rheumatoid arthritis)
    • Ligament sprains and tears
    • Muscle tears and haematoma (bruising) collections
    • Tendon tears, tendinopathy, and tenosynovitis (inflammation of the tendon sheath)
    • Soft tissue lumps and bumps like lipomas and ganglion cysts
    • Baker’s cyst (a fluid-filled sac behind the knee)
    • Foreign bodies, such as glass, metal, or wood

While many ultrasound referrals come from GPs, you can also access our private ultrasound scans without a referral.

If you think an ultrasound could be beneficial for your health, give us a call at 0121 769 0999 to discuss your symptoms and see if an ultrasound is the right choice for you. We’re here to help guide you toward the most appropriate care.

Our Range of Ultrasound Scans

Ultrasound imaging plays a vital role in diagnosing and monitoring a wide range of health conditions. We provide expert ultrasound services across multiple specialities. Whether you're looking for a scan for yourself or your child, our team ensures a comprehensive, patient-centred approach to care.

Our paediatric ultrasound services focus on diagnosing and monitoring a variety of conditions affecting children, from newborns to teens.

Common paediatric ultrasounds include:

  • Vascular Malformations: Assessing blood vessels and blood flow.
  • Pyloric Stenosis: Diagnosing gastric outlet obstruction in infants.
  • Intussusception: Identifying bowel obstructions in children.
  • Vocal Cord Paralysis: Detecting disruptions in nerve impulses affecting the voice box.
  • Neck Lumps in Children: Examining swollen lymph nodes due to infections.
  • Thyroid Disorders: Detecting thyroid abnormalities in children.
  • Fontanelle (Soft Spot): Examining a baby’s skull for swelling or signs of infection.
  • Paediatric Spinal Ultrasound: Assessing abnormalities in newborns and infants.
  • Hip Dysplasia (DDH) Screening: Diagnosing hip development issues in infants.
  • Lumps and Bumps: Any paediatric lump or bump on the body can be assessed

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Used to diagnose conditions in the abdominal area such as appendicitis, liver disorders, or bowel obstructions. 

Common conditions include:

  • Appendicitis: Inflammation of the appendix causing severe pain.
  • Liver and Gallbladder Disorders: Identifying fatty liver disease, gallstones, and bile duct obstructions.
  • Hernia Ultrasound: Detecting inguinal, umbilical, femoral and epigastric hernias in children.
  • Disorders of the Spleen and Pancreas: cancers and other causes of enlargement 

Used to assess kidney function and detect issues like:

  • UTIs & Hydronephrosis: Identifying recurring infections and fluid buildup in the kidneys.
  • Kidney Stones: Diagnosing mineral deposits causing pain and urinary issues.
  • Congenital Kidney Abnormalities: Detecting structural issues like horseshoe kidney or duplex kidney.
  • Tumours: abnormal growths and masses in the kidney 

Aimed at diagnosing conditions affecting the testes and surrounding structures:

  • Undescended Testes: Identifying testicles that haven't moved into the scrotum.
  • Testicular Torsion: Diagnosing the twisting of the testicle, which can cut off its blood supply.
  • Hydrocele and Epididymitis: Detecting fluid-filled sacs or infections in the scrotum.
  • Masses and cysts: Detecting testicular cancers and non-cancerous cysts 

Used to examine soft tissue masses or swellings in adults and children, helping determine if they are benign, infectious, or need further investigation. 

Common diagnoses include:

  • Cysts: Fluid-filled sacs that may require drainage.
  • Lipomas: Non-cancerous fatty lumps under the skin.
  • Haematomas: Blood collections due to trauma.

We offer comprehensive ultrasound services for both women to monitor reproductive health. With our experienced gynaecologist on hand for further consultations, you can get the answers you need as quickly as possible.

These include:

  • Pelvic Ultrasound: Used to diagnose ovarian cysts, fibroids, adenomyosis and endometriosis.
  • Transvaginal Ultrasound: Internal scans to assess conditions like abnormal bleeding or early pregnancy complications. Bleeding after menopause, and looking for endometrial and ovarian cancers. 
  • Recurrent Miscarriages: Investigating potential causes of pregnancy loss.

Please note: While you can opt for one of our expert sonographers or radiologists to carry out a gynaecology ultrasound, we recommend booking an appointment with our qualified consultant obstetrician and gynaecologist, Dr Grisham Smotra. Dr Smotra can arrange for you to have all the ultrasounds you require as well as a bespoke treatment plan from a specialist consultation all in one appointment on the same day. You can get the peace of mind and answers you are looking for. 

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Our vascular ultrasound services diagnose conditions affecting the veins and arteries, including:

  • Deep Vein Thrombosis (DVT): Detecting blood clots in deep veins.
  • Varicose Veins: Identifying enlarged veins, often caused by valve dysfunction.
  • Carotid Artery Disease: Assessing the narrowing of arteries supplying blood to the brain.
  • Arterial Scans: These look for any abnormalities in the aorta and smaller vessel blockage. 

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MSK ultrasounds evaluate soft tissue injuries, inflammation, and abnormalities. If you have suffered an injury from sports or exercise or regularly experience pain in your tendons and muscles, an MSK scan may provide the required information to implement effective treatment.

These scans include:

  • Tendonitis: Inflammation caused by overuse, often in areas like the Achilles tendon or rotator cuff.
  • Bursitis: Inflammation of the fluid-filled sacs near joints.
  • Sprains & Strains: Injuries to ligaments or muscles due to sports or accidents.
  • Tendon or Ligament Tears & Muscle Tears: Partial or complete tears in tendons or muscles.

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Pricing

Single Area Ultrasound Scan

£175

With Sonographer

Two Area Ultrasound Scan

£350

With Sonographer

Single Area Ultrasound Scan

£299

With Consultant Radiologist

Paediatric Ultrasound one area

£220

Ultrasound With Consultant Gynaecologist

£220

Just scan (consultation not included)

Gynaecology Consultation & Scan

£350

With Consultant Gynaecologist

Why Do Prices Vary?

  • Scan with a Radiologist: A medical doctor specialising in interpreting medical images will perform your scan and give you a preliminary medical opinion on the spot. This is ideal for urgent situations or when a complex interpretation is required.
  • Scan with a Sonographer: Capturing detailed images and preparing a report for your GP, who will review the findings with you. Ideal for routine scans where an immediate radiologist’s opinion isn’t required.

Understanding the difference between who performs your ultrasound can help guide your choice of care. See our table for a quick comparison:

AspectSonographerRadiologist/Doctor
Performs ultrasound scans
Diagnoses conditions
Provides treatment plans
Consults with patients
Interprets imaging results
Prescribes treatments
Has medical oversight

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Meet Our Expert Radiologists and Sonographers

We are proud to have a dedicated team of highly skilled professionals providing exceptional diagnostic services. Our Radiologists and Sonographers bring a wealth of experience and knowledge, ensuring the best care for our patients. Get to know the experts who make a difference in every scan.

Mr Steve Amerasekera
Consultant Radiologist

Dr Steve Amerasekera is a Consultant Radiologist with over 10 years of experience at Queen Elizabeth Hospital, Birmingham. After studying Medicine at Pembroke College, Cambridge, he trained in General Medicine and obtained a Membership with the Royal College of Physicians. Dr Amerasekera's special interests include general and musculoskeletal radiology, and he supports Major Trauma, Rheumatology, and Sports Medicine services. He is passionate about education and has achieved a Fellowship from the Royal College of Radiologists. Here, he provides ultrasound services, including injections, and supports local GPs with Radiology services.

Dr Salil Karkhanis
Vascular Radiologist

Dr Salil Karkhanis is a Consultant Interventional Radiologist specialising in vascular and hepatobiliary interventions. He completed his medical education at the Armed Forces Medical College in India before training in the UK, where he developed expertise in interventional radiology. His focus is on complex vascular therapies, cancer treatments, and interventions for pathologies of blood vessels, liver, and kidneys. Dr Karkhanis is also an active researcher and educator, frequently teaching and publishing within his field.

Dr Grisham Smotra
Gynaecologist

Dr. Smotra is a consultant obstetrician and gynaecologist at Walsall Hospital NHS Trust, where she also leads the Early Pregnancy and Acute Gynaecology department. She has worked in obstetrics and gynaecology since 2004, specializing in early pregnancy and acute gynaecology, ultrasound, ambulatory office gynaecology, and benign gynaecology surgery. Her clinical interests include office gynaecology, early pregnancy and gynaecology ultrasound, ambulatory gynaecology procedures, and the management of menstrual disorders, menopausal conditions, ovarian cysts, pelvic pain, and other general gynaecological conditions.

Adrian Burman
Sonographer

Adrian Burman is an independent Sonographer with nearly 15 years of experience. He is registered with the HCPC and SOR, having trained at University Hospital Birmingham. Adrian specialises in musculoskeletal and sports injury ultrasound and is affiliated with several private clinics. His background in sports and exercise science complements his work in diagnosing sports-related injuries. In his free time, Adrian enjoys skiing, running, yoga, and performing close-up magic.

Sonia Mahay
Paediatric Sonographer

Sonia Mahay is a highly experienced Paediatric Sonographer with over 15 years in the field. She trained at the University of Leeds and has spent 10 years specialising in paediatric ultrasound. Sonia's expertise covers a wide range of examinations, including liver and renal transplants, cranial scans, and soft tissue imaging. She is dedicated to maintaining high imaging standards and providing compassionate care to her young patients. Outside of work, Sonia enjoys photography and spending time with her family.

Tiffany Yan
Sonographer

Tiffany Yan, a skilled Radiographer and Sonographer, brings international experience to the team. Originally from Hong Kong, she trained at Hong Kong Polytechnic University and completed a Master’s in Medical Ultrasound at Monash University in Australia. Tiffany is proficient in a variety of ultrasound exams, including abdominal, gynaecological, obstetric, and vascular scans. Fluent in Cantonese, Mandarin, and English, she offers multilingual support to her patients. Outside of work, Tiffany enjoys hiking, snowboarding, scuba diving, and spending time with her dog.

Andrea Kadrou
Paediatric Sonographer

Andrea Kadrou is a Clinical Specialist Paediatric Sonographer with over a decade of experience in the NHS. She completed her BSc in Medical Imaging and an MSc in Medical Ultrasound with Distinction. Andrea specialises in paediatric imaging, including liver and renal transplantation and abdominal and musculoskeletal scans. She has received numerous compliments for her ability to work with challenging patients, particularly those with anxiety, autism, and learning difficulties. Passionate about teaching, Andrea frequently presents at national conferences and enjoys research in her field.

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What to Expect

Upon Arrival

Once you arrive, you will be invited into one of our private examination rooms. The sonographer will explain the examination being undertaken and gain informed consent before the scan. 

During Your Appointment 

To prepare for the exams, you may be asked to remove your clothing. You will then be asked to lie down or sit down comfortably on a couch with drapes to protect your dignity. The lights in the room will be dimmed before the examination begins so our sonographer can see the ultrasound image more clearly on the screen.

Images will be acquired during the examination, providing an accurate picture of the visualised anatomy. After completing the scan, a report of the findings will be created. You can then leave the clinic without delay.

Getting Your Results

Following your scan, you will receive your report in approximately one working day, and this will be emailed by one of our GPs with an interpretation and the next steps. If you have not had a consultation with us before your scan, we may ask for you to book in to discuss things further.  The high-resolution images will also be saved to your medical record for further consultations and procedures. 

Here are some body parts that we commonly assess:

  • Upper Abdomen
  • Abdominal aorta (exclude aneurysmal formation)
  • Lower Abdomen (Male and Female Pelvis)
  • Kidneys and Bladder
  • Scrotum
  • Hand
  • Elbow
  • Feet
  • Shoulder 
  • Knee
  • Hip 
  • Groin
  • Neck

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Finding Our Ultrasound Clinic in Birmingham

Visit our expert consultants at our advanced private ultrasound clinic, located in the heart of Edgbaston, just outside Birmingham City Centre. We're situated on Highfield Road, off the A456, or a short 15-minute walk from Five Ways train station.

FAQ

An ultrasound scan is an imaging procedure used to examine the soft tissues, organs and blood flow. It is performed using an ultrasound machine that sends and receives inaudible sound waves to and from various internal parts of the body.

Ultrasound machines are made up of three main components – a computer console, a video monitor and a small hand-held device called a transducer. For some specific types of ultrasound scans, a probe is also attached to the transducer to access organs via a body cavity.

For example, a transvaginal ultrasound can be used to obtain clear images of the uterus and ovaries by inserting a probe into the vagina

The transducer sends high-frequency sound waves into the examined area of the body and transmits the echoing (return) sound back to the computer. The computer registers the frequency and amplitude of the sound waves and interprets the information in the context of the type of tissue to produce a real-time image of the area, which is displayed on the video monitor. This is the same principle used by sonar on boats and ships.

The ultrasound machine can determine how far echo waves have travelled to calculate the location of the examined object,ct, and it can also provide information about its size, consistency and shape. Our specialist sonographers can use this imaging technique to detect abnormalities such as fluid retention, infection, cysts and tumours.

General ultrasounds don’t require any preparation. Sometimes, depending on the procedure, you may be asked to drink 4-6 glasses of water an hour before the scan or to stop eating or drinking up to 12 hours before the scan.

Also, it’s advised to wear comfortable, loose clothing to provide easy access to the area that will be examined. In some cases, you may be asked to remove clothing, and we would use drapes to respect your dignity.

During an ultrasound scan, you may occasionally experience some slight discomfort, but the procedure is generally painless.

A general ultrasound usually takes no longer than 30 minutes, but in some cases, it may take up to one hour.

Usually, ultrasound results are available the same day to discuss with your doctor. The report will be shared with the requesting doctor.

Ultrasound scanning is one of the most widely used diagnostic imaging techniques due to its numerous advantages. 

The procedure is:

  • Non-invasive
  • Painless
  • Safe and uses no radiation (unlike X-rays)
  • Safe for expectant mothers and their unborn babies
  • Done in real-time
  • Less expensive
  • Capable of producing clear soft tissue images that can’t be achieved by an X-ray

The ultrasound procedure has several limitations, so it is not recommended for examination:

  • Air-filled lungs or bowels, as the imaging can be affected by air or gas
  • Bone structures, as the sound cannot penetrate bones; an MRI is preferred in this scenario
  • Overweight patients, as the thickness of the soft tissue may weaken the soundwaves

No, there currently are no known negative effects of ultrasound scans on the human body.

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