Medical Imaging Practice in Shellharbour
CT Scans, X-rays, Bone Densitometry, MRI, and Ultrasound services provided by a network of specialists across New South Wales.
Shellharbour Clinic Information
Location
Flinders NSW 2529
Practice Hours
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Map
Parking
Free on site parking.
Holiday Opening Hours
Trading hours may vary to those listed over the Holiday Season, please call your local practice to confirm their opening times prior to attending
What Our Patients Say About PRP
Fast, efficient, friendly and courteous, inexpensive with a huge range of medical services. A Really impressive medical facility. Scans available on an online app for future reference. Excellent.
Fast, efficient, friendly and courteous, inexpensive with a huge range of medical services. A Really impressive medical facility. Scans available on an online app for future reference. Excellent
How to Prepare for Your Medical Imaging Appointment
If you’ve never received an Ultrasound, CT scan, MRI, X-ray, or other type of medical scan, you may have some questions before your appointment at PRP Diagnostic Imaging.
What To Bring
- Referral
- Medicare Card
- Payment
- List of current medications
- Recent previous imaging done elsewhere
- Support person (if needed)
Before Your Appointment
Arrive 10 -15 minutes before your scheduled appointment time to complete paperwork.
The duration of your appointment and preparation instructions will vary depending on the type of imaging your Doctor has requested.
You’ll receive specific preparation instructions at the time of booking.
For more information about preparation and scan times, scroll down to our medical imaging services.
After Your Appointment
It’s a good idea to maintain a high fluid intake for 24 hours after some scans.
Images are available to you via the MyPRP patient portal. Your images, along with a report, are sent directly to your Doctor—usually within 1-2 business days.
Our network of radiologists provide you and your Doctor with access to a wide range of specialist expertise to report on your images.
Pricing
A quote for your examination will be provided at the time of booking, pricing can vary due to Medicare requirements. If you have more specific questions about this, call us directly to chat with a staff member.
Faster results combined with an accurate diagnosis provide the peace of mind you need to move forward.
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Practice Manager
Dr Andrew van den Heever
Dr Andrew van den Heever
CredentialsMBChB FCRad (diag) FRANZCR
Andrew started at PRP Illawarra in August 2019
He completed his undergraduate studies at the University of Cape Town in 1991 and his post graduate training in Radiology at Groote Schuur hospital in Cape Town in 1999.
He has been a full time radiologist in private practice since 2000.
Andrew’s special interest is musculoskeletal radiology and he is a founding member of the South African Musculoskeletal Imaging group. His specialties include orthopaedic and sports imaging.
He has been an invited lecturer at numerous congresses and was involved in teaching registrars at Groote Schuur and Tygerberg Hospitals in South Africa.
Specialties – Sports Imaging
Medical Imaging Services
Cardiac
- 20 – 60 minute procedure
- Wear comfortable shoes
- Wear two piece outfit
Cardiac Services Available at PRP Shellharbour
CT Low Dose
- 10 – 20 minute procedure
- Possible 2-hour fast
- Be well hydrated
CT Low Dose Services Available at PRP Shellharbour
Dexa (BMD)
- 20 minute procedure
- Wear comfortable clothing
- No preparation required
Dexa (BMD) Services Available at PRP Shellharbour
Injections & Biopsies
- 20 – 60 minute procedure
- May be unable to drive home
- Additional observation time may be needed
Injections & Biopsies Services Available at PRP Shellharbour
Mammography
- 30 minute procedure (not including ultrasound)
- No talc, deodorant or body lotion
- Wear two piece outfit
Mammography Services Available at PRP Shellharbour
MRI
- 15 – 45 minute procedure
- Remove all metal
- Preparation given at booking
MRI Services Available at PRP Shellharbour
Nuclear Medicine
- 1 – 4 hour procedure
- Some procedures are done in 2 parts on same day
- Preparation given at booking
Nuclear Medicine Services Available at PRP Shellharbour
Ultrasound
- 30 – 60 minute procedure
- Wear two piece outfit
- Preparation given at booking
Ultrasound Services Available at PRP Shellharbour
Commonly Asked Questions At Our Shellharbour Practice
Yes, we have disabled parking at the front of our building and ramp access at the front and back of the building.
DEXA, OPG, General X-ray, Ultrasounds, Mammograms, CT Scans, MRI and we also have a Nuclear Medicine department. We also perform procedures and injections under CT and Ultrasound guidance.
Yes we do. It is called My PRP. Once the app is installed on your phone or computer, you can view and share your images and reports online.