Ultrasound Scan Near Littlehampton

This is one of the first things patients ask when they contact us about a private scan, and the short answer is no. You do not need a GP referral to book a private ultrasound scan at Changes Clinic. You can self-refer directly.

That said, there are situations where it is worth speaking to your GP first. If your symptoms might indicate something requiring urgent medical investigation, your GP can arrange an NHS scan and ensure the result feeds into your ongoing care record. Private scanning is most useful when you want a faster answer than NHS waiting times allow, when you are monitoring something already diagnosed, or when you want a scan for reassurance and your GP does not consider it clinically urgent.

If you are unsure whether a private scan is the right route for you, call the clinic and we will talk it through. We will not encourage you to book a private scan if the NHS route is clearly more appropriate for your situation. Here is what we offer at Changes Clinic.

The quality of an ultrasound scan depends on the skill and experience of the sonographer performing it, as well as the equipment available. At Changes Clinic, our sonographers hold formal qualifications in diagnostic ultrasound and carry out scans in a properly equipped clinical room.

The written report produced after your scan uses standard clinical terminology and includes the sonographer's findings in a format your GP or any specialist can interpret. We do not produce reports designed to be unusable outside our clinic.

Changes Clinic is CQC-registered. You can find more information about the scan types we offer and how to prepare on our ultrasound scan service page.