Skip to main content
Loading… Same-day appointments most days — call to confirm Not an emergency service — in an emergency call 999
020 7916 0029 Call Patient portal Portal Register as a new patient Register Doctors portal Book Now Book Now

Specialist & on-referral

Private Orbital (Eye) Ultrasound in London

An orbital ultrasound, on referral from ophthalmology, images the eye and the tissues behind it. Same-day, doctor-led private ultrasound in Whitechapel, East London — near Canary Wharf & the City. No GP referral needed, one flat fee, with a written report.

Book an appointmentCall 020 7916 0029
Orbital Eye Ultrasound at Tower Bridge Hospital, Whitechapel, London
Orbital (Eye) Ultrasound — private ultrasound in Whitechapel, East London. Representative image.

What a orbital (eye) ultrasound looks at

An orbital ultrasound, on referral from ophthalmology, images the eye and the tissues behind it. It is a safe, painless scan that uses sound waves — no radiation — and is interpreted by an experienced clinician who provides a clear written report.

An orbital (eye) ultrasound, arranged on referral from ophthalmology, images the eye and the tissues behind it — useful when the view into the eye is obscured, for example by a cataract or bleeding. It can assess the retina and vitreous and look for a detachment or a mass behind the eye. It is a gentle scan performed over the closed eyelid.

Conditions this orbital (eye) ultrasound can show

A orbital (eye) ultrasound at Tower Bridge Hospital is commonly used to look for and assess:

Your scan is interpreted by an experienced clinician who explains the findings in a clear written report, with advice on any next steps. A normal scan is often just as valuable — giving you firm reassurance.

Reasons you might need this scan

People commonly have a orbital (eye) ultrasound for reasons such as:

One flat fee. Every diagnostic ultrasound is the same price — we do not itemise or add a separate report fee. See our price list for the current fee.

How to prepare and what to expect

This scan is arranged on referral from ophthalmology. No special preparation is needed; the scan is done gently over the closed eyelid with gel. Please bring your referral details. Your scan takes around 15–30 minutes. During the scan a small amount of warm gel is applied and the probe is moved gently over the area. It is painless and there is no radiation. You will receive a doctor-led written report, usually the same day or shortly afterwards, with clear advice on any next steps. We are open 7 days a week, 9am–7pm, with same-day and walk-in appointments in Whitechapel, East London.

Orbital (Eye) Ultrasound — common questions

When is an eye ultrasound useful?

When the ophthalmologist cannot see into the back of the eye — for example through a dense cataract or bleeding — ultrasound can still assess the retina and vitreous and detect a detachment or mass.

Is the scan done directly on the eye?

It is performed gently over the closed eyelid with gel, and is painless. It is arranged on referral from an eye specialist.

How much does a orbital (eye) ultrasound cost?

We charge one flat fee for any diagnostic ultrasound, with no itemising and no separate report fee. See our fees page for the current price.

Do I need a GP referral for a orbital (eye) ultrasound?

No referral is needed for most scans — you can book directly. A small number of specialist scans are done on referral; we will tell you clearly if that applies.

How long does the scan take and when do I get results?

Most scans take 15–30 minutes and you receive a doctor-led written report, usually the same day or shortly afterwards.

Where is the orbital (eye) ultrasound carried out?

At our clinic on Whitechapel Road, London E1 — near Aldgate, the City and Canary Wharf. Same-day and walk-in appointments are available, 7 days a week, 9am–7pm.

Related ultrasound scans

Areas we serve

Private Orbital (Eye) Ultrasound near you — Whitechapel, the City & Canary Wharf

Our orbital (eye) ultrasound service at Whitechapel, E1 cares for patients from right across East London, the City and the Docklands — including Aldgate, Bethnal Green, Bow, Shoreditch, Canary Wharf, Stratford, Bermondsey and the surrounding areas. Same-day and walk-in appointments are available and you do not need a GP referral.

Easy to reach — minutes from the Royal London Hospital and Aldgate East, Whitechapel, Aldgate and Liverpool Street stations, and one stop from Canary Wharf on the Elizabeth line.

Looking for a orbital ultrasound near me? If you are searching for a orbital ultrasound near me, or a private ultrasound clinic near me in Whitechapel, the City, Canary Wharf or anywhere in East London, our practice is on your doorstep — walk-in and same-day appointments, no GP referral, and no long NHS waiting list.

Book a same-day appointment or call 020 7916 0029. See our transparent fees. Open 7 days a week, 9am–7pm. Private clinic on Whitechapel Road, London E1 — serving Tower Hamlets, Hackney, Newham, Islington, the City of London and Southwark.

Book Now
BookWhatsAppCall