Fairbanks, Alaska’s Trusted Ultrasound & Diagnostic Imaging Center
Same-day walk-ins welcome
Bring a valid referral or imaging order from your provider and we will fit you in as soon as the schedule allows, often the same day.
See how same-day ultrasound worksDiagnostic ultrasound
Abdominal, thyroid, kidney, prostate, pelvic and soft tissue exams that help your provider find answers without radiation.
Explore diagnostic ultrasoundVascular and Doppler studies
Venous and arterial Doppler exams check blood flow, look for blood clots (DVT) and assess the carotid arteries.
Explore vascular ultrasoundPregnancy, gender and 4D ultrasound
From early pregnancy scans to gender and 4D imaging, in a relaxed, family-friendly clinic.
Explore pregnancy ultrasoundSee us at 570 Riverstone Way
Look for the red-trimmed entrance with our name above the doors. Open Monday to Friday, 8:00 am to 5:00 pm.
Get directions and contact details
Ultrasound imaging, close to home
Fairbanks Ultrasound is a locally owned and operated imaging center in Fairbanks, Alaska. Our certified sonographers perform diagnostic, vascular, musculoskeletal and pregnancy ultrasound exams using sound waves, not radiation. Our radiologists interpret diagnostic studies and send the report to the provider who ordered your exam.
Because ultrasound is quick, comfortable and radiation-free, it is often one of the first imaging tests a provider orders. Tell us what your provider wants to look at and we will take it from there.
- Walk-ins
- Welcome the same day with a valid referral or imaging order
- Hours
- Monday to Friday, 8:00 am to 5:00 pm
- Phone
- (907) 374-4644
- Fax
- (907) 328-2202 Electronic fax (907) 759-7118
Why patients come to us
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Same-day walk-ins
Bring a valid referral or imaging order and we will fit you in as soon as the schedule allows.
See how same-day works -
Credentialed sonographers
Every exam is performed by a credentialed sonographer and read by our radiologists.
Meet the team -
Radiation-free imaging
Ultrasound uses high-frequency sound waves, so there is no radiation exposure.
How ultrasound works
Find your exam, head to toe
Choose the part of the body your provider wants to look at. Each section links to the exam page and to guides that answer the questions patients ask most.
Thyroid and neck ultrasound
A thyroid ultrasound gives your provider a detailed look at the gland and the soft tissue of the neck. It can show nodules, enlargement and changes worth following over time.
Your order might say: thyroid ultrasound, neck ultrasound, soft tissue neck
Abdominal ultrasound
An abdominal ultrasound looks at the liver, gallbladder, pancreas, spleen and kidneys. Providers often order it for pain, abnormal lab work or suspected gallstones. Many abdominal exams require fasting.
Your order might say: abdomen complete, abdomen limited, right upper quadrant (RUQ), liver, gallbladder, appendix
Exam pages
Helpful guides
- What an abdominal ultrasound can diagnose
- How to prepare for an abdominal ultrasound
- How long an abdominal ultrasound takes
- Understanding a normal abdominal ultrasound
- What a liver ultrasound can show
- Can a liver ultrasound detect cirrhosis?
- Gallbladder sludge on ultrasound
- Signs of a bad gallbladder on ultrasound
- Can a bile duct obstruction resolve itself?
- What is a retroperitoneal ultrasound?
- Can ultrasound detect abdominal inflammation?
- Can ultrasound detect abdominal tumors early?
Renal, bladder and prostate ultrasound
A renal ultrasound checks the kidneys and bladder for stones, cysts, blockages and changes in size. A prostate ultrasound lets your provider evaluate the gland without radiation. Some of these exams need a full bladder.
Your order might say: renal ultrasound, kidney and bladder, retroperitoneal, prostate
Pelvic and transvaginal ultrasound
Pelvic ultrasound outside of pregnancy helps your provider evaluate the uterus and ovaries, including fibroids, ovarian cysts and changes in the uterine lining.
Your order might say: pelvic ultrasound, transvaginal, GYN, non-OB pelvic
Pregnancy, gender and 4D ultrasound
Pregnancy ultrasound lets your provider follow your baby's growth, position and development. We also offer gender and 4D imaging for a closer look.
Your order might say: OB ultrasound, dating scan, anatomy scan, growth scan
Exam pages
Helpful guides
- Best time for a 4D ultrasound
- Best time for a 3D ultrasound
- When to get a 3D ultrasound
- Does my baby really look like the 3D image?
- Can you see hair on a 3D ultrasound?
- When the placenta shows on ultrasound
- Sonogram or ultrasound in pregnancy?
- Will the ER give you an ultrasound if pregnant?
- Does urgent care do pregnancy ultrasounds?
Vascular and Doppler ultrasound
Doppler ultrasound shows how blood moves through your veins and arteries. It is used to look for blood clots such as deep vein thrombosis (DVT), narrowing in the arteries and changes in the carotid arteries of the neck.
Your order might say: venous Doppler, arterial Doppler, DVT study, carotid duplex
Exam pages
Musculoskeletal and soft tissue ultrasound
Musculoskeletal (MSK) ultrasound shows muscles, tendons, ligaments and joints in real time, which helps with sports injuries and joint inflammation. Soft tissue ultrasound takes a closer look at lumps and bumps under the skin.
Your order might say: MSK ultrasound, soft tissue, extremity non-vascular, hernia
Your visit, step by step
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Get an order from your provider
Most diagnostic exams start with a referral or imaging order. Our fax number is (907) 328-2202, and providers can also use the online order form.
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Schedule a time, or walk in
Call (907) 374-4644 or send a request online. With a valid order in hand you can also walk in, Monday to Friday, 8:00 am to 5:00 pm.
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Follow your prep instructions
Some exams need an 8-hour fast, others a full bladder, and some need no preparation at all. We will tell you which applies when you schedule.
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Have your exam
Arrive 5 to 10 minutes early. A sonographer applies gel and moves a small transducer over the area. Most exams take 30 to 60 minutes.
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Results go to your provider
The images are interpreted and a report is sent to the provider who ordered your exam, who will review the findings with you.
Save time at check-in
Finish your paperwork before you arrive. These secure forms open in a new tab.
The people behind your exam
Every exam is performed by a credentialed sonographer. Diagnostic studies are interpreted by our radiologists, whose training includes fellowships in musculoskeletal radiology and neuroradiology.
Meet the full team-
Jana Seekins
RDMS (RVT, AB, OB, BR)
Sonographer, Clinical Director
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Nichole Boldt
RT(R), RDMS
Chief Sonographer
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Larissa Seekins
ARDMS (OB, AB)
Sonographer
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Cari Phillips
ARDMS (AB), RVT, RT(S)
Sonographer
Find us at 570 Riverstone Way
Look for the roadside sign on Riverstone Way that lists Fairbanks Ultrasound, then the red-trimmed entrance with our name above the doors.
Fairbanks Ultrasound570 Riverstone Way, Unit #2
Fairbanks, AK 99709 Monday to Friday, 8:00 am to 5:00 pm Phone (907) 374-4644
Fax (907) 328-2202
Electronic fax (907) 759-7118
Locally owned, here in Fairbanks
Fairbanks Ultrasound is locally owned and operated. We see patients from Fairbanks and the surrounding area, with the flexibility to fit in time-sensitive exams sooner than hospital scheduling often allows.
Answers before you arrive
Plain-language guides on cost, how ultrasound compares with other imaging, and what it can show.
Cost and insurance
Comparing your options
What patients tell us
For both my boys I've had my scans done at Fairbanks Ultrasound and each visit was pleasant- both front staff and our tech, (Nicole) were friendly and professional
Front desk staff is very friendly as well as the technician. Front staff answered all my questions about insurance and payment prior to making the appointment. Business is clean, easy to get into and find.
Very friendly and clean establishment! I've gone in for several ultrasounds and have been pleased every time. The techs are patient and are sure to communicate what they are seeing at every step.
Common questions
Short answers to what patients ask us most. If yours is not here, call (907) 374-4644.
Do I need a referral for an ultrasound at Fairbanks Ultrasound?
Most diagnostic ultrasound exams are performed on an order from your healthcare provider, and we welcome same-day walk-ins when you bring a valid referral or imaging order. If you do not have an order yet, call us at (907) 374-4644 and our front desk will explain the next step.
Can I get an ultrasound the same day in Fairbanks?
Often, yes. Walk-ins are welcome with a valid referral or imaging order, and we offer same-day appointments whenever the schedule allows. Same-day availability cannot be guaranteed, so calling ahead is the quickest way to confirm a time.
How do I prepare for my ultrasound?
It depends on the exam. For a fasting exam, do not eat or drink anything for 8 hours before your appointment; this matters most for gallbladder studies. Other exams need a full bladder. Your scheduler will tell you which instructions apply, and you can take routine medications with a small sip of water unless your provider says otherwise.
How long does an ultrasound appointment take?
Most exams take 30 to 60 minutes and some run up to 90, depending on the study. The scheduler will give you an estimated length when you book. Please arrive 5 to 10 minutes early to check in.
When will I get my ultrasound results?
After your exam the images are reviewed and interpreted, and the report is sent to the provider who ordered the study. Your provider will go over the results with you and explain any next steps.
How much does an ultrasound cost without insurance?
The price depends on the type of exam. Our self-pay guide explains what affects the cost, and our front desk can answer insurance and payment questions before you schedule.
Is ultrasound safe, and does it hurt?
Ultrasound uses high-frequency sound waves, not radiation, to create real-time images. Exams done over the skin are generally painless, though you may feel light pressure from the transducer. A full bladder or an internal exam can feel uncomfortable for a short time.
Where is Fairbanks Ultrasound, and when is it open?
We are at 570 Riverstone Way, Unit #2, Fairbanks, AK 99709. The office is open Monday to Friday, 8:00 am to 5:00 pm. Call (907) 374-4644 or send a request through our contact page.
Can I bring family members or children to my appointment?
Yes. We are a family-friendly clinic, and children and family members are welcome to come with you.
Need an ultrasound today?
Bring your referral or imaging order and walk in, or call and we will find a time that works.