Advancing Women’s Health Imaging in the Baltimore Region

For women’s health providers, the Baltimore region represents a vibrant and evolving care environment—spanning world-class academic medical centers, community hospitals, and independent imaging practices dedicated to excellence in obstetric, gynecologic, and breast imaging.

From Johns Hopkins to University of Maryland Medical Center and beyond, Baltimore’s women’s imaging ecosystem reflects a model of innovation—where advanced ultrasound technologies, standardized protocols, and cross-disciplinary collaboration converge to improve patient outcomes and operational performance.

For imaging professionals, Baltimore offers powerful insights into how ultrasound integration and workflow optimization are reshaping women’s health delivery across both large hospital systems and independent practices.

Preferred Medical has proudly supported clinicians throughout Maryland for over 35 years—equipping OB/GYN specialists, maternal-fetal medicine (MFM) teams, and imaging centers with ultrasound solutions that deliver clarity, consistency, and confidence in every image. The following providers illustrate the region’s leadership in women’s imaging excellence.

Johns Hopkins Hospital

Location: East Baltimore

As one of the nation’s foremost academic medical centers, Johns Hopkins Hospital exemplifies clinical innovation in women’s health imaging. Within the Department of Gynecology and Obstetrics and the Division of Maternal-Fetal Medicine, clinicians leverage advanced ultrasound applications for both routine and high-risk pregnancies, integrating 3D and 4D imaging, Doppler studies, and fetal echocardiography into daily practice.

The Johns Hopkins Center for Fetal Therapy employs Philips EPIQ and Affiniti ultrasound systems to support complex fetal assessments, intrauterine procedures, and perinatal research. Hopkins’ Breast Imaging Division, part of the Sidney Kimmel Comprehensive Cancer Center, combines ultrasound with tomosynthesis, ABUS, and MRI for comprehensive diagnostic precision and early detection—particularly for patients with dense breast tissue.

With a focus on translational research, Hopkins continues to pioneer AI-assisted imaging algorithms and standardized sonographic measurement protocols—establishing national benchmarks for quality and reproducibility.

University of Maryland Medical Center

Location: Downtown Baltimore

The University of Maryland Medical Center (UMMC) is a regional leader in women’s imaging, integrating advanced diagnostic and interventional ultrasound across maternal-fetal medicine, reproductive endocrinology, and gynecologic oncology.

UMMC’s Center for Advanced Fetal Care utilizes high-resolution ultrasound for fetal anatomic surveys, Doppler evaluation, and 3D volumetric analysis, supporting a broad referral network across Maryland. The hospital’s commitment to patient-centered imaging is evident in its streamlined workflows, structured reporting, and integration with telemedicine platforms—allowing for real-time collaboration with referring physicians and remote MFM consultations.

Within breast imaging, the UMMC Breast Center combines automated breast ultrasound with digital mammography and targeted ultrasound-guided biopsy, improving cancer detection in women with dense or complex tissue patterns.

For imaging professionals, UMMC demonstrates how integrated technology and multidisciplinary collaboration enhance diagnostic confidence while improving access to specialized care.

Mercy Medical Center – The Weinberg Center for Women’s Health & Medicine

Location: Downtown Baltimore

Mercy Medical Center’s Institute for Gynecologic Care and the Weinberg Center for Women’s Health & Medicine have earned national recognition for comprehensive women’s health services and advanced imaging integration.

The hospital’s Maternal and Fetal Medicine Division delivers full-spectrum prenatal ultrasound—including targeted anatomic scanning, cervical length measurement, and fetal Doppler studies. Mercy’s focus on workflow efficiency and patient comfort ensures consistent imaging quality even in high-volume clinical settings.

The Weinberg Breast Center employs advanced breast ultrasound for diagnostic follow-up, interventional procedures, and dense breast screening, complemented by elastography and real-time biopsy guidance. Mercy’s imaging leadership illustrates how community-based hospitals can deliver academic-level precision while maintaining accessibility and patient-centered care.

MedStar Franklin Square Medical Center

Location: Eastern Baltimore County

MedStar Franklin Square is one of the busiest obstetric hospitals in Maryland, performing thousands of deliveries each year. Its Department of Maternal-Fetal Medicine integrates high-performance ultrasound systems for prenatal imaging, fetal growth evaluation, and high-risk pregnancy management.

The center’s use of portable and cart-based ultrasound systems supports both inpatient and outpatient workflows—facilitating point-of-care imaging across labor and delivery, antepartum units, and outpatient MFM clinics.

MedStar’s regional approach to imaging, supported by standardized equipment and shared sonographer training, reflects the system’s commitment to quality assurance and operational agility across its network of hospitals in Baltimore, Bel Air, and Columbia.

Greater Baltimore Medical Center (GBMC)

Location: Towson, MD

GBMC’s Women’s and Outpatient Imaging Centers combine advanced ultrasound and mammography technologies to support comprehensive OB/GYN, breast, and reproductive imaging.

The GBMC Maternal-Fetal Medicine Division offers targeted ultrasound, genetic sonography, and biophysical profiling, with real-time collaboration between MFM physicians and perinatal genetic counselors. Its Breast Care Center utilizes ultrasound alongside 3D mammography and MRI, emphasizing early detection and patient comfort.

GBMC’s model underscores the growing importance of interoperability—where standardized ultrasound platforms and integrated PACS systems allow for seamless image sharing across departments and referring practices.

Advanced Radiology & Independent Imaging Practices

Baltimore’s healthcare landscape is strengthened by a network of independent imaging centers and private women’s health practices that deliver high-quality ultrasound closer to patients’ communities.

Groups such as Advanced Radiology, Capital Women’s Care, and Chesapeake Women’s Imaging offer OB, pelvic, and breast ultrasound in convenient outpatient settings. These practices exemplify how community-based providers are maintaining strong imaging standards through technology standardization, ongoing sonographer training, and integration with hospital-based specialists for continuity of care.

Their adoption of compact, high-resolution ultrasound systems demonstrates how independent providers can enhance patient access while ensuring diagnostic accuracy across varied clinical environments.

Regional Trends in Women’s Imaging: Innovation, Integration, and Access

Across the Baltimore region, several key trends define the future of women’s imaging:

Academic Integration:
Institutions such as Johns Hopkins and UMMC continue to bridge academic research and clinical application—advancing ultrasound protocols, AI tools, and image analytics that drive diagnostic excellence and reproducibility.

Technology Expansion:
Hospitals and independent centers are standardizing on modern ultrasound platforms from Philips, Alpinion, and Mindray, integrating advanced Doppler, elastography, and 3D/4D imaging capabilities to elevate diagnostic performance.

Operational Agility:
The increasing use of portable and shared-use ultrasound systems supports point-of-care imaging across inpatient, outpatient, and emergency settings—reducing patient wait times and improving workflow efficiency.

Patient-Centered Access:
From academic medical centers to community hospitals and private practices, Baltimore providers are expanding ultrasound access closer to where patients live and receive ongoing care—enhancing engagement, continuity, and early detection.

Collectively, these trends illustrate a region committed to imaging excellence—balancing clinical sophistication with community accessibility.

Preferred Medical: Empowering Women’s Health Imaging in Baltimore and Beyond

Preferred Medical is proud to partner with women’s health providers across Maryland and the Mid-Atlantic—helping clinicians select and implement ultrasound systems optimized for OB/GYN, maternal-fetal medicine, and breast imaging applications.

With over 35 years of experience, Preferred Medical delivers consultative guidance, expert installation, and dedicated support to ensure every system meets each provider’s clinical, operational, and financial goals.

Our offerings include:

• Philips, Alpinion, Mindray, and QT Imaging systems designed for women’s health and breast imaging
• Five-year warranties and nationwide service backed by industry leaders
• On-site and virtual clinical training for OB/GYN and MFM teams
• Flexible acquisition options including purchase, lease, and demo programs

Preferred Medical’s mission is to empower clinicians with imaging solutions that deliver confidence in every image and support at every step—enhancing clinical care and operational success through partnership, technology, and service.

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