Ultrasound

We have two main Ultrasound departments, one at Huddersfield Royal Infirmary (HRI) and one at Calderdale Royal Hospital (CRH). In addition, peripheral ultrasound machines are located on each site within the Early Pregnancy Assessment units, Ante-Natal Day Units, Breast Unit and Special Care Baby Units. An Ultrasound machine is also located within our Broad Street Community Health Centre and Todmorden Health Centre.

The departments perform many varied examinations, from obstetric scans to complicated interventional procedures, such as prostate biopsies.  Many of the scans are undertaken by Advanced Practitioners, highly qualified members of staff who report their own examinations. As our Trust is a forward-thinking organisation, some of the Advanced Practitioners perform biopsy and drainage procedures, which has led to a reduction in waiting times for such treatments. There is a wide range of modern equipment on site, most being the latest technology.

The ultrasound team comprises of many experienced sonographers, as well as newly qualified staff. They have a comprehensive range of specialities from breast to vascular, obstetric to interventional as well as all having general ultrasound skills.  Sonographers are regularly involved with the training of undergraduate and postgraduate trainee Sonographers.

More information about what an Ultrasound Scan is, when they are used, what happens and how you can prepare for one can be found here:  Ultrasound scan - NHS.

Calderdale Royal Hospital - 1st Floor within the Radiology department.

Huddersfield Royal Infirmary - Lower Ground Floor within the Radiology department.