An ultrasound is a type of imaging test that uses inaudible high-frequency sound waves to show structures within the body. We then can project the image of what’s happening in your body onto a monitor in real-time. At WeCare, we provide ultrasound in Fredericksburg as a diagnostic tool for prenatal care and other reproductive health services.
Procedure Time
30 minutes
Recovery Time
None
Sessions Needed
Varies
Benefits of Ultrasounds and Imaging
While more commonly associated with pregnancy, ultrasounds are a vital resource for reproductive health. With these devices, the providers at WeCare Medical Associates are equipped to uncover your health problems.
An ultrasound can provide a visual of what’s going on inside of your body. With this visual, your provider can properly diagnose certain health issues.
Ultrasound involves no radiation or incisions. For this reason, an ultrasound in Fredericksburg is safe and painless.
The guided handheld attachment sends high-frequency sounds into your body. These sounds project a real time image of your soft tissue and organs onto a monitor.
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If I could give this place 100 stars, I would. Dr. Chi Chi is the best doctor I have ever had.
Karla
I had such a great experience here. I went to get an IUD taken out, and Dr. Chi Chi made me feel so comfortable and welcomed.
Beverly
Dr. Chi Chi is amazing. It was the first time I felt comfortable in an OB’s office. I left with valuable, helpful information instead of feeling like I hit another dead end.
Shanae
Dr. Chi Chi delivered my son back in 2020, and she has helped me manage endometriosis! She truly cares! I won’t let anyone else deliver my future babies!
Taylor
Dr. Chi Chi is the best. She is extremely friendly, personable, and an excellent doctor. She really cares about her patients. She performed an IUD removal for me, and it was completely painless.
Isabela
Dr. Chi Chi is like family. From the first day I met her, she’s been amazing. She helped me through one miscarriage and my pregnancy with my first child. I still see her postpartum.
Naja
Dr. Sammy is a great doctor who truly cares about his patients. Please come see him!!
Kenneth
Dr. Sammy always listens to me. The office staff is great. Everyone is always nice. I have the Best Doctor!!
Albert
With Dr. Sammy, you're not just a patient, you're a person whose health really matters. If you're looking for a compassionate and highly qualified doctor, I sincerely recommend Dr. Sammy. Your healthcare needs are worth it and he's the doctor that you can trust.
Oliver
His ability to relate to his patients creates a level of trust that is unique and extremely important in today's healthcare setting.
Mary
What makes Dr. Sammy stand out is his firm commitment to personalized care. He doesn't just treat symptoms, he listens carefully, observes closely, and communicates plainly. He takes the time to explain to his patients their medical condition in a way that's easy for them to understand.
Johnson
Dr. Sammy is such a professional. He answers all my questions kindly. He is so caring. I love him like my own family.
Evelyn
For the past 5 years, I've entrusted my health Care to Dr. Sammy, and the results have been beneficial. His medical care has not only improved my physical health but has also improved my overall sense of well-being.
Oliver
Frequently Asked Questions
At WeCare, our providers use ultrasounds to monitor the development of the fetus. However, this amazing technology can do so much more! Ultrasound in Fredericksburg can detect problems in your:
- Uterus
- Bladder
- Cervix
- Fallopian tubes
- Ovaries
The resulting images can indicate whether any abnormal growths, such as cysts or fibroids, exist in your reproductive system. Your provider can also detect abnormal masses that may be cancerous.
Depending on the type of ultrasound, your procedure can vary. We may ask you to remove specific articles of clothing or provide you a hospital gown. One of our dedicated physicians glides a handheld device called a transducer, or probe, over your body.
If we’re using a transducer, we may follow these steps:
- You will lie on the exam table on your back or side.
- Your provider will apply a thin layer of gel to your skin.
- We move the transducer over the gel on your skin to gather body images.
- We may instruct you to be still or to hold your breath for a few seconds.
- Once we have collected the necessary images, your provider will remove the excess gel and complete your exam.
The transducer converts electrical currents into inaudible high-frequency waves that enter your body tissue. The sound waves move back and forth from your body to the transducer, converting them into electrical signals. We use a computer to convert these signals into images or videos that we display on a monitor.
At WeCare, we provide two types of ultrasound procedures:
- Pregnancy ultrasound: Also known as a transabdominal ultrasound, this procedure monitors the fetus, checks fetal movement and heart rate, and can confirm the biological sex of the fetus.
- Transvaginal ultrasound: Sometimes called a pelvic ultrasound, we used this procedure to show detailed images of the female pelvic organs.
