Managing Director
Practicing Sonographer

Registered Clinical Technologist, Institute of Physics & Engineering in Medicine

Active member of ISOUG, BMUS and FMF

I have a degree in Bachelor of Science in Radiologic Technology and have been practicing as a sonographer since 1994 both in private and NHS.

I worked as an autonomous Advanced Practitioner Sonographer at Addenbrookes NHS Trust, Cambridge University Hospitals from 2003 to 2014. Since I left my full-time post with Addenbrookes NHS Trust, I worked as a part-time Locum Sonographer in other NHS hospitals and GP Surgeries around East Anglia, where I practice in Obstetrics, Gynaecology and Abdominal ultrasound scanning and teaching student Sonographers.

Since the beginning of Covid 19 Pandemic in March 2020, I left the NHS and decided to work full time at East Anglia Ultrasound to focus on how to deliver the best care to our clients.

With extensive experience in sonography tucked under my belt, I keep myself updated with the latest developments in Abdominal (both in adults and paediatrics including hips), Gynaecology, Obstetrics, Early Pregnancy, 4D scanning in early foetal anomaly and pelvic, the latest technology in Non-Invasive Prenatal Testing and Phlebotomy by attending numerous conferences, symposiums and training across the United Kingdom and abroad. My passion is fetal ultrasonography – an area that requires a great deal of technical skill and compassion when dealing with breaking bad news. However, most of the time it brings a huge amount of joy. Being a mother myself, sharing magical moments with expectant parents is a reward for my job that I would always cherish.

Director

Specialist Sonographer

Postgraduate diploma in diagnostic ultrasound from ECUREI, an affiliate of Thomas Jefferson Ultrasound Research and Education Institute ,USA. Post graduate certification in musculoskeletal ultrasound from AECC University College Bournemouth, UK BSc Medical Radiography –MUK Accredited with Fetal Medicine Foundation (NT and Nasal bone). Accredited with DQASS Member of the Health and care Professions council (HCPC).

I worked as a Senior Sonographer in North Middlesex University Hospital NHS -2009 to 2015. To date I have undertaken locum sonographer roles in several NHS Hospitals including Barnet Hospital, and Chase Farm Hospital (part of Royal London NHS Trust London), Watford General Hospital, Royal London Hospital, East Kent NHS Foundation Trust Hospitals, Barking and Havering and Redbridge University Hospitals.

I am adept at performing general abdominal ultrasound scans, obstetrics and gynaecological scans, testicular scans, thyroid scans and Compression Doppler scans for DVTS. I perform diagnostic and thorough scan examinations while providing high levels of compassion, comfort and respect.

Clinical Vascular Scientist

I have Masters degree in Medical Engineering and Biomechanics from the University of Leeds as well as a Postgraduate Certificate in Vascular Ultrasound. I have been a Clinical Vascular Scientist since 2007, becoming accredited through the Society of Vascular Technology of Great Britain and Ireland (SVT) in 2011. I carried out my training at Addenbrooke’s Hospital in Cambridge and since 2012 I have been the department lead of the Vascular Studies Unit at Addenbrooke’s. In that time I have independently carried out and interpreted thousands of vascular duplex ultrasound investigations, of both arteries and veins throughout the body, working closely with a range of consultant vascular surgeons, interventional radiologists, specialist registrars and vascular specialist nurses.

In my time as lead and I have overseen multiple members of staff complete their training towards accreditation through the traditional SVT route and via the Health Education England Scientist Training Pathway (STP) route, as well as being a clinical supervisor for trainees completing Masters degrees in Vascular Ultrasound. I have also been a guest lecturer in vascular ultrasound at Anglia Ruskin University. Further to this I have been an external examiner visiting multiple hospitals to assess the competence of vascular scientists attempting to gain accreditation. I am also a clinical skills trainer and assessor for the National Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm Screening Programme, who visit community locations to screen 65 year old men for abdominal aortic aneurysms.

Sonographer

I have a degree in Radiography from University College Dublin, Ireland, and a Postgraduate Diploma in Medical Ultrasound with Distinction from the University of Hertfordshire. I have been practicing since 2002 and have worked at the Norfolk & Norwich University Hospital, James Paget University Hospital and with Global Diagnostics UK, scanning in Obstetrics, Gynaecology and General Medical Ultrasound, with an interest in Hernia, Testicular and DVT scanning.

I am a member of the Society of Radiographers and British Medical Ultrasound Society and State Registered with the Health Care Professions Council. I am accredited with the Downs Syndrome Quality Assurance Support Service and International Ovarian Tumour Analysis programme.

I pride myself on being an empathetic and experienced professional and will always take the time to talk through concerns so we can understand the bigger picture and help you get the most from your scan. I enjoy being able to give people a positive experience and thorough examination in a high quality clinical environment.

Consultant Radiographer
National Assessor for Assistant Practitioners

My name is Dawn McDonald and I am a Society of Radiographer (SoR) accredited Consultant Radiographer. I qualified as a radiographer in 1998 and after spending several years working in general radiography, gaining an interest in mammography, I started the journey of study to become clinically competent in this area of imaging. After gaining my Certificate of Competence in Mammography I then continued my training to become established within the breast field modality, by undertaking the four core modules in the subject: Clinical Breast Examination and Client Communication, Film Reading, Breast Ultrasound and Breast Interventional. I started the first module in 2003, finally finishing all four core modules and gaining my MSc in 2008.

To date I have spent the majority of my career working within both the Symptomatic services and the National Health Service Breast Screening Programme (NHSBSP) within a number of hospitals in the UK, including Imperial College and St Bart’s, undertaking procedures such as clinical breast examinations, breast ultrasound and biopsy, film reading and other procedures requiring breast pathology diagnosis. One of my recent roles was to act as a trainer to a Consultant Radiologist, to enable him to take up a post of Clinical Director of Breast Screening once deemed competent. I undertake regular appraisal and I am the only radiographer in the country to be formally appraised by the same framework as the GMC, by GMC approved assessors. believe that I have excellent communication and clinical skills, combined with an empathetic approach to ensure the patient receives a well -rounded clinical experience. With Continuous Personal Development (CPD) my aim is to ensure that this remains the case.

Speaker at Symposium Mammographicum, Liverpool, 2018 Speaker at Oncology and Imaging, New York, October, 2017 Speaker at Oncology and Imaging, Las Vegas , September 19-20, 2016 Contributory author to “Digital Mammography, a Holistic Approach”, March 2015 18th ISRRT (International Society of Radiographers and Radiological Technologists) World Congress, 12-16th June 2014, Helsinki: Speaker

Sonographer

I am a HCPC registered Radiographer with a Masters degree in Medical Ultrasound from the City University of London. I have been qualified since 2015 and completed my Ultrasound training in 2017. I am qualified in obstetric, abdominal, transplant, gynaecological, DVT, hernia, axillary and small bowel Ultrasound. I have a specialist interest in endometriosis and other complex gynaecological pathology.

I am the deputy lead Sonographer at Cambridge University Hospitals and have had publications presented at the British Medical Ultrasound Society (BMUS) annual events. I am passionate about patient tailored care and improving the standards of women's health imaging. Furthermore, I have begun to provide consultation for gynaecological study days specifically for advanced endometriosis education and applications.

Cambridge Practice Manager

Bachelor's Degree in Business and Administration CIPD Level 3 Certificate in Human Resources Practice -London Trained as a Phlebotomist -London

With many years experience in customer service, I am interested in solving problems, answering questions and delighting customers. Working with people and offering my support when needed is one of the things I enjoy the most.

I have a Bachelor’s Degree in Business and Administration from 2008, but never stopped learning and improve my skills since then, in many areas. In 2009 I moved in Italy, where I lived for almost 3 years. It was a great experience for me as it helped me learn a new language and know a different culture. Then, I came in Cambridge, where I had the chance to gain more experience in Customer Service and Human Resources. I like having something to learn all the time and that’s why I never stop.

Clinical Receptionist

Highly experienced in customer service.
I have been working part time with East Anglia Ultrasound for more than five years. I enjoy meeting patients, talking with them and putting them at ease. I have previously worked in customer service at the Cambridge Corn exchange and at Selwyn College. In my free time I like to relax, watch historical documentaries and when time permitting play my guitar.

Specialist Sonographer

I qualified as an HCPC registered diagnostic radiographer BsC (Hons) in 2003 from St Martin's College University of Lancaster and completed a PgD in medical ultrasound in 2006 from the University of Hertfordshire . Further specialised post graduate study and training in musculoskeletal ultrasound was achieved in 2016 at the University of Cumbria. A focused head and neck programme was undertaken in 2021-22 working closely with the ENT and endocrine teams at Addenbrooke's hospital, Cambridge University Hospital.

My radiography and ultrasound practice have been based at Addenbrooke's hospital since 2003 to date. A one year (2009) ultrasound sabbatical in Queensland Australia introduced new areas such as vascular and breast ultrasound.

I am a member of the Children's Imaging Group, currently hold the sole position as the MSK advanced practitioner sonographer and Specialist advanced practitioner sonographer for head and neck.

Clinical Receptionist

My background as an office administration assistant has been long and varied, from working in an MPs office during election time to working at an aviation museum, where we welcomed visitors from all over the world.

I enjoy meeting people and happily greet them with a smile.

I like to travel, listen to music and ride my bike.