The Power of Ultrasound in Women’s Health

New Columnist

We’re delighted to welcome Patricia Cullen, founder of Ovascan, as a new Local Women columnist. In her new column, Patricia shares expert insight into fertility and gynaecological health, and how ultrasound can help women better understand and take control of their bodies.

Taking Control of Your Fertility and Gynaecological Health

We’re good at booking appointments when something feels wrong, but many of us don’t check in before issues build up. When it comes to fertility and gynaecological health, getting clear information early can make decisions a lot easier.

Ultrasound is a safe, painless way to assess what’s happening inside your body. At Ovascan, scans are performed by Patricia Cullen, a sonographer with an MSc in Diagnostic Ultrasound and advanced training in fertility, gynaecological and endometriosis-specific ultrasound.

You don’t need a GP referral to attend, and appointments are easy to book.

Why Women Book Ovascan

Women come from all over Ireland for all sorts of reasons — reassurance, planning a pregnancy, treatment abroad, or simply wanting to educate themselves about their bodies.

Scans can assess ovarian and uterine health, follicle development, and look for features linked to conditions such as PCOS, fibroids, adenomyosis and endometriosis. Ovascan also offers endometriosis assessment scans, which can help identify signs of disease and support faster referral for appropriate care.

Common reasons to book include painful or heavy periods, irregular cycles, pelvic pain, bloating, spotting, difficulty conceiving or preparing for fertility treatment.

Fertility and HyCoSy

For women trying naturally or undergoing fertility treatment, Ovascan provides HyCoSy (tubal patency testing) to check whether the fallopian tubes are open and to assess the pelvic structures in detail.

Results are provided the same day and can be sent directly to you and your treating doctor, helping to avoid unnecessary delays.

What to Expect

Your scan is explained as you go. You’ll receive a same-day written report, and results can be shared with your GP, consultant, fertility specialist or health practitioner.

Book Your Scan

To book an appointment, visit www.ovascan.ie

Ovascan
3 Leopardstown Gardens
Off Brewery Rd, Stillorgan
Dublin, A94 W8C3

Tel: 083 3366747
Web: www.ovascan.ie