For all ultrasound-related enquiries, don’t hesitate to get in touch with West Wales Ultrasound either by phone or email:
enquiries@westwalesultrasound.co.uk
The clinic address is:
County Chambers,
Warren Street,
Tenby,
Pembrokeshire,
SA70 7JS
Frequently asked questions and contact information
What conditions can ultrasound help me diagnose, rule out or monitor?
West Wales Ultrasound offers scanning in accordance with the current best evidence. In 2017 the European Society for Musculoskeletal Radiology (ESSR) provided clinical indications for diagnostic ultrasound. The full, original paper can be requested here:
To discuss individual cases and their suitability for ultrasound scanning, please get in touch with us at enquiries@westwalesultrasound.co.uk or call on 01646 824017.
What regions can be scanned?
Areas currently scanned include structures at the mid-thigh level, everything distal to this, and the whole upper limb and pectoral girdle. Hip and groin scanning, including proximal thigh structures, will be available soon.
Who will perform the scan?
Ben Horne is a licensed chiropractor with a post-graduate Medical Ultrasound certificate (distinction). This is the only qualification for medical ultrasound in the UK and is identified as essential for competent practice by the Royal College of Radiologists. Ben is completing a full MSc in Medical Ultrasound via AECC University in Bournemouth and is also a British Medical Ultrasound Society member.
How are West Wales Ultrasound clinical protocols governed?
West Wales Ultrasound follows the best-practice guidelines and protocols of the British Medical Ultrasound Society, the Royal College of Radiologists and the European Society of Musculoskeletal Radiologists.
Can we perform non-MSK scans?
No, we only perform scans concerning the musculoskeletal system. This includes muscles, tendons, ligaments, nerves, vessels, bursae, joints and cortical bone. We do not offer abdominal, obstetric, breast or small-parts scanning. However, soft tissue ‘lump and bump’ scanning will become available soon.
Do you offer management or treatment?
No. While general advice may be given, patients are advised to discuss specific management or treatment choices with their referring clinician.
How do I refer my patient?
A regulated healthcare professional, either from within West Wales Ultrasound or externally, is required to refer every patient for scanning. To refer your patient, please perform the following two actions:
- Complete a scanning referral form from our resources page. This short form provides important clinical information and guides scanning.
- Submit the completed referral form to:
referrals@westwalesultrasound.co.uk
Referral FormThe patient is responsible for booking their appointment. Please note; scans can only be performed once a referral form has been received, so please make sure your referral form is sent through in good time. Regrettably, patients without referral forms will be denied scans.
Are there any charges to my clinic for using this service?
No. Patients are responsible for paying the scanning fee. Please see below for pricing.
Shoulder – £200
Elbow and arm – £100
Wrist – £100
Hand – £100
Thigh (quadriceps or hamstring) – £200
Knee and lower leg – £100
Calf and rear ankle – £100
Ankle (front and sides) – £200
Foot – £100
This fee includes the cost of the written report, which will usually be returned to you via email within 48 hours.
What is your policy on follow-up scans?
Follow-up scans are useful for monitoring treatment response or pathology progression. In instances where only a brief review of limited targets is required, a charge of £50 will be applied. When extensive, repeat scanning is needed, full pricing will apply.
Will I receive a report?
Yes. A full report is included in the cost and will be sent to the referring clinician, usually within 48 hours of the appointment.
What type of scanning system do you use?
All scanning is performed with a Samsung RS80A with Prestige and S-Vue probes. This is a very high fidelity system allowing for superior diagnostic capacity and accuracy.