Ultrasound on the Gold Coast
Radiology opening November 2026.
A direct booking URL will be added if supplied.
Availability
Radiology opening November 2026. Onsite MRI, CT, ultrasound and X-ray will be operated by Imaging Specialists and are not available from the centre's opening. For imaging information and bookings before then, see Imaging Specialists
01The modality
Real-Time Imaging With No Radiation
Ultrasound produces images using sound waves, which means no radiation is involved and structures can be watched moving in real time rather than captured as a still. At Nuevo Medical, ultrasound on the Gold Coast will be provided by Imaging Specialists inside our Bundall centre, covering the range of general and specialised studies. It's frequently the first imaging arranged for abdominal, pelvic and soft tissue questions, and the absence of radiation is part of why it's used in pregnancy. Cardiac ultrasound is performed separately in our cardiology suite as an echocardiogram. Call 1300 068 386 to enquire.
02Common studies
Common Ultrasound Studies
Ultrasound covers a broad range of referral types.
- 01
Abdominal ultrasound
Assessment of the liver, gallbladder, kidneys and other abdominal organs. Fasting is usually required for these studies.
- 02
Pelvic ultrasound
Assessment of pelvic structures, arranged for a range of reproductive health and other questions. Preparation instructions vary by the type of study.
- 03
Obstetric ultrasound
Scans arranged at defined points during pregnancy. These are coordinated with your GP or maternity service.
- 04
Musculoskeletal and soft tissue
Assessment of tendons, muscles and superficial structures, including guided procedures. Real-time imaging allows structures to be assessed during movement.
03Preparation
Preparation Requirements Vary by Study Type
Ultrasound is one of the few investigations where preparation genuinely differs between study types, so following the specific instruction matters. Abdominal studies typically require fasting for a period beforehand, because gallbladder assessment depends on it. Some pelvic studies require a full bladder and specify how much to drink and when, while others require the opposite. Musculoskeletal studies generally require no preparation at all. These instructions are provided when the appointment is booked, and arriving without having followed them can mean the study has to be rescheduled. The scan involves gel applied to the skin and a probe moved across the area, and the sonographer may apply pressure to obtain particular views. Images are reported by a radiologist afterwards.
04Questions
FAQs
No. Ultrasound uses high-frequency sound waves to produce images and involves no ionising radiation, which is why it's used routinely in pregnancy.
Fasting is generally required for abdominal studies because the gallbladder needs to be full to be assessed properly, and bowel gas after eating can obscure other structures. The requirement depends on which organs are being examined.
Ultrasound cannot see through bone, so it isn't used to assess bone structure itself. It's well suited to the soft tissues around bone, including tendons, muscles and joint surfaces.
05Booking
Radiology / Imaging Specialists
- Phone
- 1300 068 386
Radiology opening November 2026.
A direct booking URL will be added if supplied.