Hospital-based at Northampton General Hospital • Philips EPIQ Systems • 3D/4D Imaging as Standard • The Only Local Provider
Self-referral heart scans with superior imaging technology. Flexible appointments 7AM-8PM including weekends. No GP referral needed.
Northamptonshire's premier private echocardiogram service. Hospital-based cardiac diagnostics with superior imaging technology that sets us apart.
All echocardiograms are performed inside Northampton General Hospital, not in community rooms or portable setups. This ensures the highest standards of care and immediate access to hospital facilities if needed.
Every scan uses hospital-grade Philips EPIQ echocardiography systems – not portable or handheld equipment. All our echocardiograms include 3D/4D images – we are the only local provider offering this service as standard. Superior resolution, clarity, and diagnostic confidence for accurate results.
Because scans occur inside Northampton General Hospital, any urgent or unexpected findings can be escalated quickly. No delays waiting for off-site reviews or referrals.
Adults can book their own echocardiograms directly without a GP referral. Simple, straightforward access to high-quality cardiac diagnostics when you need them.
We offer early appointments from 7AM up to late appointments up to 8PM, including weekends to fit around your busy schedule. Book at a time that works for you.
Specialist echocardiograms for endurance athletes, competitive amateurs, club players, and sports people. Comprehensive cardiac screening tailored to athletic needs.
Nene Valley Diagnostics is a carefully selected group of the best doctors and clinical scientists in the region, working together as a hub connecting synergies between them. Works with named consultant cardiologists recognised by major insurers. Insured patients may have echos performed at Nene Valley Diagnostics via partner consultants (not a general insurance clinic).
Echocardiography is a highly operator-dependent and equipment-dependent investigation. The quality of the images obtained directly impacts diagnostic accuracy and confidence.
When choosing an echocardiogram, it's important to understand that equipment quality directly impacts diagnostic accuracy. Portable and handheld echocardiography machines have inherent technical limitations compared to hospital-grade systems.
Don't let your health depend on a portable machine. These devices typically cannot provide 3D/4D imaging, and image definition may not be sufficient for accurate diagnosis of subtle cardiac abnormalities.
At Nene Valley Diagnostics, we use Philips EPIQ systems – hospital-grade equipment that ensures the highest standard of cardiac imaging with superior resolution and comprehensive diagnostic capabilities.
Hospital-grade with 3D/4D imaging
It's important for patients to be aware that portable and handheld echocardiography machines, while convenient, have inherent technical limitations:
At Nene Valley Diagnostics, we use Philips EPIQ echocardiography systems – the same hospital-grade equipment used in major cardiac centres. All our echocardiograms include 3D/4D images – we are the only local provider offering this service as standard. This ensures:
When you choose Nene Valley Diagnostics, your echocardiogram is performed inside Northampton General Hospital. This offers significant advantages:
Unlike community-based or mobile scanning services, our hospital-based approach ensures that your cardiac assessment is performed in the optimal setting, with immediate access to specialist care if required.
Whether you're a competitive athlete, endurance runner, cyclist, or participate in regular intense exercise, cardiac screening can provide important insights into your heart health.
Our specialist athlete echocardiograms assess:
Performed using hospital-grade Philips EPIQ systems, our athlete scans provide the clarity and detail needed for accurate assessment of the athletic heart.
Simple, straightforward access to hospital-based cardiac diagnostics
No GP referral needed. Book directly through our online booking form or contact us to arrange your appointment.
Choose a convenient time for your echocardiogram at Northampton General Hospital. We offer early appointments from 7AM up to late appointments up to 8PM, including weekends, to fit around your busy schedule. We'll confirm your appointment details.
Your echocardiogram is performed inside Northampton General Hospital using Philips EPIQ systems by our experienced registered clinical scientist.
Your detailed report is shared with you and, with your consent, your GP or consultant. Rapid escalation if any urgent findings.
When choosing a private echocardiogram service in Northamptonshire, here's why Nene Valley Diagnostics stands out:
We are the only local provider offering 3D/4D echocardiography as standard with every scan. This advanced imaging provides comprehensive assessment that portable machines cannot match.
All scans performed inside Northampton General Hospital, not in community rooms or mobile units. This ensures immediate access to hospital facilities and rapid escalation if needed.
Hospital-grade equipment used in major cardiac centres. Not portable or handheld machines. Superior resolution and diagnostic confidence.
Early appointments from 7AM to 8PM, including weekends. Unlike other providers with limited availability, we fit around your schedule.
No GP referral needed. Book directly and get the cardiac assessment you need, when you need it.
Your images and report are stored in the hospital system, accessible to A&E, inpatient, and outpatient services. Easy to compare with future visits.
Nene Valley Diagnostics provides private echocardiograms for patients from Northampton, Kettering, Corby, Wellingborough, Daventry, Rushden, Brackley, Towcester, Higham Ferrers, Irthlingborough, Burton Latimer, Desborough, Rothwell, Raunds, Thrapston, Oundle, Wootton, Brixworth, Moulton, and surrounding villages across Northamptonshire.
Our hospital-based service at Northampton General Hospital is easily accessible from all areas of the county, including those near Three Shires Hospital and Woodland Hospital in Kettering. We offer convenient access to high-quality cardiac diagnostics with 3D/4D imaging as standard, flexible appointments including weekends, and no GP referral needed.
Why choose us over other providers? We are the only local provider offering 3D/4D echocardiography as standard, using hospital-grade Philips EPIQ systems inside Northampton General Hospital. Unlike community-based services or providers with limited appointment availability, we offer flexible scheduling from 7AM to 8PM, including weekends.
"I was impressed by the quality of the scan and the professional, reassuring approach. Knowing it was done in the hospital gave me complete confidence in the process."
"As a competitive runner, I wanted a thorough cardiac assessment. The clarity of the images and the detailed report were exactly what I needed. Highly recommended."
"The self-referral process was straightforward, and I appreciated being able to book directly without waiting for a GP appointment. Excellent service from start to finish."
Self-referral heart scans at Northampton General Hospital using Philips EPIQ systems
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