Our Echo Services
Non-invasive cardiac ultrasound to assess heart health.
At MedScan Ultrasounds, we offer comprehensive echocardiography services to provide detailed insights into your heart's health. Using advanced ultrasound technology, we can visualize the structure and function of your heart, helping in the diagnosis and management of various cardiac conditions.
Your Echo Journey, Step by Step
Understanding the echocardiogram process helps ease your mind.
Schedule Your Appointment
Book your echocardiogram online or by phone at your convenience.
Arrival & Preparation
You'll be welcomed and guided to prepare for the scan, which may involve changing into a gown.
The Echo Scan
A sonographer will apply gel and use a transducer to capture images of your heart.
Real-time Imaging
Watch your heart's movements on a screen as the sonographer performs the scan.
Results & Review
A cardiologist will analyze the images, and your report will be sent to your doctor.
Follow-Up (If Needed)
We're here to assist with any follow-up questions or further care coordination.
Echo Myths vs. Facts
Separate fact from fiction about echocardiography. Click to reveal the truth!
MYTH: Echo is only for heart attack patients.
Many believe echocardiograms are only performed after a major cardiac event.
FACT: Echo diagnoses various heart conditions.
Echocardiograms are used to assess heart function, valve issues, congenital defects, and more, not just heart attacks.
MYTH: Echo is a painful procedure.
Some patients worry about discomfort or invasiveness during an echocardiogram.
FACT: Echo is non-invasive and painless.
The procedure involves only a transducer on your chest with gel, making it completely painless and non-invasive.
MYTH: Echo uses radiation like X-rays.
There's a common misconception that echo exposes patients to harmful radiation.
FACT: Echo uses sound waves, not radiation.
Echocardiography uses high-frequency sound waves to create images of the heart, making it safe for all patients, including pregnant women.
MYTH: Echo results are instant and definitive.
Patients might expect immediate, final diagnoses right after the scan.
FACT: Results are analyzed by specialists.
Images are reviewed by a cardiologist, and a detailed report is sent to your referring doctor for comprehensive diagnosis.
MYTH: Echo is only for adults.
Some believe echocardiograms are exclusively for adult patients.
FACT: Echo is safe and effective for all ages.
Echocardiograms are routinely performed on children and even fetuses to diagnose congenital heart conditions.
MYTH: Echo can replace all other heart tests.
Patients might think an echo is the only test needed for a full heart assessment.
FACT: Echo is part of a comprehensive cardiac evaluation.
While powerful, echo often complements other tests like ECGs, stress tests, or blood work for a complete picture of heart health.
📚 Echo Glossary
Understand common terms related to echocardiography.