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Ultrasound Hawkes Bay

Private Service, Radiology, Pregnancy Ultrasound

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9:00 AM to 4:30 PM.

Description

Ultrasound Hawkes Bay is a locally owned and operated private ultrasound clinic in Havelock North Hastings.  We are a specialist ultrasound clinic that provides diagnostic ultrasound, with extensive experience in General, Vascular (Doppler), Vascular, Musculoskeletal, and Gynaecological scanning including Obstetrics and Paediatrics.  Your scan is performed by a specialist sonographer on high quality equipment ensuring accuracy in your diagnosis.  We provide a friendly and caring service, going above and beyond for every patient.
We provide an environment that is comfortable and personable making our clients feel at ease with their visit.  

We are an affiliated provider for Southern Cross and NIB, plus we are a registered provider for ACC.
 
You can check out our reviews here Facebook and Google
 
Services provided include:
 
Our Team
Jody Dawson qualified as a radiographer in Auckland then completed his Postgraduate Diploma in Sonography in Victoria, Australia. For the next twenty years he continued to expand on his knowledge and expertise in various roles including tutoring ultrasound students across local regional hospitals until a move to a management position in a private practice. Returning to New Zealand in 2020, he and Rohana Dawson, our practice manager, decided to open their own practice.
Aislinn McNamara completed her Bachelors degree in Biomedical Science at The University of Auckland in 2022 before moving to Hawkes Bay.  Aislinn wanted to pursue a career that would allow her to make a difference within the community.  This prompted a new journey in 2023 which led to the opportunity at Ultrasound Hawkes Bay. In her spare time she loves to bake and listen to country music.
The team also welcomed Fiona Mackay as Senior Receptionist. Coming with several years of medical reception experience, Fiona is a key member of staff here.

We are a specialist ultrasound service that provides an excellent, professional, yet friendly service often going above and beyond.  Our Google reviews say a lot about our practice and how our clients feel.
 
Check our Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) here

Staff

Rohana Dawson - Practice manager

Jody Dawson - Chief Sonographer

Aislinn McNamara - Trainee Sonographer

Fiona Mackay - Senior Medical Receptionist

Radiologists - Bruce Allen / Mike Alexander

How do I access this service?

Contact us

Phone: 06 6506744

Email: admin@ultrasoundhb.co.nz

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Referral

Refer directly here 

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Website / App

www.ultrasoundhb.co.nz

Referral Expectations

You need a referral for an Ultrasound and we accept referrals from all New Zealand registered medical practitioners including GPs, specialists, osteopaths, physiotherapists, midwives, and other health professionals.
In some instances, where medically warranted, you may be able to self refer.  If you have insurance, you may need a referral for reimbursement of costs so we recommend speaking directly to your insurance company first.

 

Referrers can refer directly online here.

Fees and Charges Description

Find our ultrasound prices here

$25 surcharge for approved ACC claims.  $40 for cortisone injection ACC surcharge.

We are a Southern Cross Affiliated Provider and nib first choice partner.

Hours

9:00 AM to 4:30 PM.

Mon – Thu 9:00 AM – 4:30 PM
Fri 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM

Occasionally we operate outside these hours for Urgents, subject to on the day.

Procedures / Treatments

Ultrasound

In ultrasound, a beam of sound at a very high frequency (that cannot be heard) is sent into the body from a small vibrating crystal in a hand-held scanner head. When the beam meets a surface between tissues of different density, echoes of the sound beam are sent back into the scanner head. The time between sending the sound and receiving the echo back is fed into a computer, which in turn creates an image that is projected on a television screen. Ultrasound is a very safe type of imaging; this is why it is so widely used during pregnancy. Doppler Ultrasound A Doppler study is a noninvasive test that can be used to evaluate blood flow by bouncing high-frequency sound waves (ultrasound) off red blood cells. The Doppler Effect is a change in the frequency of sound waves caused by moving objects. A Doppler study can estimate how fast blood flows by measuring the rate of change in its pitch (frequency). A Doppler study can help diagnose bloody clots, heart and leg valve problems and blocked or narrowed arteries. What to expect? After lying down, the area to be examined will be exposed. Generally a contact gel will be used between the scanner head and skin. The scanner head is then pressed against your skin and moved around and over the area to be examined. At the same time the internal images will appear onto a screen

In ultrasound, a beam of sound at a very high frequency (that cannot be heard) is sent into the body from a small vibrating crystal in a hand-held scanner head.  When the beam meets a surface between tissues of different density, echoes of the sound beam are sent back into the scanner head.  The time between sending the sound and receiving the echo back is fed into a computer, which in turn creates an image that is projected on a television screen.  Ultrasound is a very safe type of imaging; this is why it is so widely used during pregnancy.
 
Doppler Ultrasound
A Doppler study is a noninvasive test that can be used to evaluate blood flow by bouncing high-frequency sound waves (ultrasound) off red blood cells. The Doppler Effect is a change in the frequency of sound waves caused by moving objects. A Doppler study can estimate how fast blood flows by measuring the rate of change in its pitch (frequency).  A Doppler study can help diagnose bloody clots, heart and leg valve problems and blocked or narrowed arteries.
 
What to expect?
After lying down, the area to be examined will be exposed.  Generally a contact gel will be used between the scanner head and skin.  The scanner head is then pressed against your skin and moved around and over the area to be examined.  At the same time the internal images will appear onto a screen

Disability Assistance

Wheelchair access

Refreshments

A water dispenser is available in the waiting area.

Travel Directions

Coming from Hastings turn left at the 2nd roundabout (Z Service Station) and we are on the right hand side next to Big Barrel.
If coming from Napier turn right into Porter Drive at the Rose and Shamrock and head around the bend and we are just after Big Barrel before the Z Service Station.

Public Transport

Bus transport is close by

Parking

Parking is available at the front of the building on Porter Drive, Havelock North. Alternatively, free council car parking is available at the rear of the building. The New World supermarket is across the road from us.

Pharmacy

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Contact Details

9:00 AM to 4:30 PM.

Contact us online here

To book a scan please phone, email or complete the online form here

Referrers can also refer directly online here

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24 Porter Drive (unit 5)
Havelock North
Hawke's Bay 4130

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Street Address

24 Porter Drive (unit 5)
Havelock North
Hawke's Bay 4130

Postal Address

24 Porter Drive, Havelock North

This page was last updated at 11:26AM on July 11, 2024. This information is reviewed and edited by Ultrasound Hawkes Bay.