Vascular Ultrasound · Midtown Manhattan

A Clearer Look at the Arteries Supplying Your Brain

No Radiation · No Contrast

Evaluate blood flow, plaque, and narrowing in the carotid arteries with a noninvasive, physician-interpreted Doppler ultrasound — without radiation or radioactive tracers.
Advanced vascular imaging in a comfortable Midtown outpatient setting, with focused clinical review and clear next-step guidance.

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Clinical Coordination & Referral Support: Carotid ultrasound is most useful when ordered for an appropriate clinical reason. Patients with an existing order are welcome, and our licensed clinical team can assist with evaluation and care coordination when medically appropriate.

No Radiation or Tracer

Carotid ultrasound uses sound waves to evaluate the arteries without ionizing radiation or radioactive material.

Advanced Doppler Imaging

Color and spectral Doppler help assess the direction and speed of blood flowing through the carotid arteries.

Evaluates Plaque and Narrowing

The examination can identify plaque buildup and estimate the degree of carotid artery narrowing.

Physician-Interpreted Results

A qualified physician reviews the study and prepares a written imaging report.

Understanding the Examination

What Is a Carotid Artery Ultrasound?

The carotid arteries run along both sides of the neck and supply blood to the brain. A carotid duplex ultrasound combines traditional ultrasound with Doppler imaging to evaluate the artery walls, blood-flow patterns, plaque, and areas of narrowing.

Noninvasive Imaging

Most examinations are performed externally using a handheld ultrasound transducer.

Quick Outpatient Visit

Most examinations are completed in one outpatient appointment with no recovery period.

Real-Time Blood-Flow Assessment

Doppler imaging displays how blood moves through each carotid artery.

Clinically Useful Findings

Results can help physicians determine whether monitoring, medical treatment, additional imaging, or specialist evaluation may be appropriate.
Who It May Be For

When Carotid Ultrasound May Be Appropriate

Carotid ultrasound may be considered for patients with:
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A carotid bruit identified by a clinician

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Known carotid artery disease

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A previous abnormal vascular study

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Prior transient ischemic attack or stroke under medical supervision

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Follow-up after carotid surgery or stenting

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Known peripheral arterial or cardiovascular disease

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Physician-recommended monitoring

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Multiple vascular risk factors when a clinician determines imaging is appropriate

Although age, smoking, hypertension, diabetes, high cholesterol, and heart disease are associated with greater carotid-disease risk, risk factors alone do not make population-wide screening appropriate. The U.S. Preventive Services Task Force recommends against screening asymptomatic adults in the general population, because screening can produce false positives and its harms can outweigh its benefits.

Important: This program is not intended as routine screening for every healthy adult. Each request is reviewed for clinical appropriateness before imaging.

Focused Vascular Imaging

Carotid Artery Ultrasound Program

A targeted bilateral carotid duplex examination evaluating the major arteries supplying blood to the brain.

STROKE RISK SCREENING

Carotid Artery Duplex

From $599

A noninvasive Doppler study of the carotid arteries evaluating blood flow, plaque buildup, and narrowing. Commonly ordered to assess stroke risk, follow known carotid disease, or investigate dizziness and transient neurological symptoms.

  • Carotid blood-flow assessment
  • Plaque and stenosis evaluation
  • Doppler velocity measurements
  • Vertebral artery flow direction
  • Physician interpretation
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ARTERIAL DOPPLER STUDY

Lower Extremity Arterial Duplex

From $699

A Doppler evaluation of the arteries in the legs, assessing blood flow and narrowing. Ordered for leg pain with walking, non-healing wounds, coldness or color changes in the feet, and suspected peripheral artery disease.

  • Arterial blood-flow assessment
  • Evaluation for stenosis and blockage
  • Segmental Doppler waveform analysis
  • Ankle-brachial index when ordered
  • Physician interpretation
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CLOT DETECTION STUDY

Lower Extremity Venous Duplex

From $699

A Doppler evaluation of the deep and superficial veins in the legs, used to detect blood clots. Ordered for leg swelling, pain, tenderness, or redness, and for follow-up of previously diagnosed clots.

  • Deep vein thrombosis evaluation
  • Vein compressibility assessment
  • Doppler flow and augmentation testing
  • Doppler flow and augmentation testing
  • Physician interpretation
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VENOUS INSUFFICIENCY STUDY

Venous Reflux Study

From $899

A comprehensive evaluation of venous valve function in the legs, performed standing to assess how well blood returns to the heart. Ordered for varicose veins, chronic leg swelling, aching or heaviness, skin discoloration, and venous ulcers.

  • Valve function and reflux timing
  • Great and small saphenous vein mapping
  • Perforator vein evaluation
  • Standing and positional assessment
  • Physician interpretation
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ARTERIAL DOPPLER STUDY

Upper Extremity Arterial Duplex

From $699

A Doppler evaluation of the arteries in the arms, assessing blood flow and narrowing. Ordered for arm pain or weakness with activity, color and temperature changes in the hands, and suspected thoracic outlet syndrome.

  • Arterial blood-flow assessment
  • Evaluation for stenosis and blockage
  • Doppler waveform analysis
  • Positional testing when indicated
  • Physician interpretation
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CLOT DETECTION STUDY

Upper Extremity Venous Duplex

From $699

A Doppler evaluation of the veins in the arms, used to detect blood clots. Ordered for arm swelling or pain, and for assessment related to central lines, ports, and dialysis access.

  • Deep vein thrombosis evaluation
  • Vein compressibility assessment
  • Doppler flow and augmentation testing
  • Catheter-associated thrombosis assessment
  • Physician interpretation
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What We Assess

A Detailed Evaluation of Carotid Blood Flow

Plaque Buildup

Evaluates visible atherosclerotic plaque along the carotid artery walls.

Arterial Narrowing

Helps estimate whether plaque has reduced the opening within the artery.

Blood-Flow Velocity

Measures blood-flow speeds that may indicate areas of stenosis.

Carotid Bifurcation

Closely evaluates the area where the common carotid artery divides into internal and external branches.

Vessel Patency

Assesses whether blood is moving through the evaluated arterial segments.

Prior Treatment Follow-Up

May be used to monitor patients after carotid surgery, stenting, or other vascular treatment when ordered.
Know the Warning Signs

Stroke Symptoms Require Emergency Care — Not a Routine Appointment

Do not use an outpatient carotid ultrasound appointment for new or sudden neurologic symptoms. Call 911 immediately for:

⚠ Sudden facial drooping

⚠ Sudden weakness or numbness on one side

⚠ Sudden difficulty speaking or understanding speech

⚠ Sudden vision loss

⚠ Sudden severe dizziness or loss of balance

⚠ Sudden severe headache

A scheduled carotid ultrasound is not a substitute for emergency stroke evaluation.

Advanced Doppler Technology

Samsung RS85 Prestige Imaging

Our carotid examinations use the Samsung RS85 Prestige with high-resolution imaging and Doppler capabilities to evaluate vascular anatomy and blood-flow patterns in real time.
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Technology Highlights

Focused, organ-specific imaging in a comfortable outpatient setting.

Imaging — High-resolution real-time imaging

Doppler — Color and spectral Doppler

Protocols — Focused organ-specific protocols

Responsible Imaging

One Important Part of a Vascular Evaluation

A carotid ultrasound evaluates the extracranial carotid arteries in the neck. It does not evaluate every artery in the brain, identify every possible cause of stroke, or replace emergency neurologic assessment, CT, MRI, CTA, MRA, cardiac evaluation, or laboratory testing when those are appropriate.

A normal carotid ultrasound also does not mean that a person has no cardiovascular or stroke risk.

Questions

Frequently Asked Questions

What is a carotid artery ultrasound?
A noninvasive ultrasound examination that evaluates plaque, narrowing, and blood flow in the carotid arteries in the neck.
Does it use radiation or contrast?
No. Standard carotid ultrasound uses sound waves and generally requires no radiation, radioactive tracer, or contrast injection.
Can it tell whether I will have a stroke?
No. It can identify carotid plaque or narrowing, but it cannot predict or exclude every cause of stroke.
Should every adult receive this examination?
No. Routine screening of asymptomatic adults in the general population is not recommended. The examination should be based on clinical history, prior findings, symptoms, or a physician's recommendation.
How long does the test take?
Most studies are completed in a single outpatient appointment with no recovery period. Your confirmed appointment details will include the expected visit length.
What happens if narrowing is found?
The report may recommend clinical follow-up, cardiovascular risk management, additional imaging, or vascular specialist evaluation depending on the finding and your clinical situation.
Can I book without an order?
Patients without an outside order can contact the clinical-coordination team for an appropriate review before scheduling. An examination is performed only when properly ordered and clinically appropriate.
Your Appointment

What to Expect During Your Carotid Ultrasound

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Before Your Visit

Carotid ultrasound generally requires little preparation. Wear comfortable clothing that allows access to the neck, and avoid necklaces or high collars.

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During the Examination

You will lie on an examination table while gel is applied to the neck. The sonographer moves the transducer along both sides of the neck and records blood-flow measurements.

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After the Examination

There is no radiation, injection, or recovery period. Patients can generally return to normal activities immediately.

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Your Results

A qualified physician interprets the images and Doppler measurements and issues a written report within the reporting timeframe confirmed at scheduling.
Schedule Your Program

Take the Next Step Toward Understanding Your Organ Health

Contact our team to discuss the most appropriate ultrasound program for your needs. Patients with existing physician orders and those requiring clinical coordination are welcome.

Location

110 East 60th Street at Park Avenue · Midtown Manhattan

Phone

(212) 363-7315

Appointments

Typically available within days

Results

Written physician report — timeframe confirmed when your appointment is scheduled

Programs

From $599

Referring Physicians

Orders welcome — reports delivered to your office

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Transparent self-pay pricing · Physician-interpreted · Private suite

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