Empowering Women’s Health in Austin, TX: Advancing Imaging Innovation Across Central Texas

Austin has become a leading destination for women’s health innovation in Central Texas—a region where medical expertise, academic advancement, and imaging technology come together to transform care for women at every stage of life. From obstetrics and gynecology to breast imaging and fertility, Austin’s top healthcare organizations are redefining what precision, access, and patient-centered care look like in modern women’s health.

Preferred Medical is proud to support clinicians and imaging teams across Austin and the greater Texas region, delivering ultrasound and diagnostic solutions that empower OB/GYNs, maternal–fetal medicine specialists, breast centers, and fertility practices with confidence, clarity, and performance that enhance every patient experience.

St. David’s HealthCare

Locations: Austin, Round Rock, Cedar Park, and Georgetown

St. David’s HealthCare has long been recognized for its strong commitment to women’s health, blending advanced technology with coordinated, patient-focused care. Within its Women’s Centers, diagnostic imaging plays a crucial role—from early obstetric evaluation to complex gynecologic assessment.

Across its campuses, St. David’s integrates high-resolution ultrasound, digital mammography, and breast MRI to provide comprehensive diagnostic coverage. The network’s maternal–fetal medicine specialists utilize advanced Doppler and 3D/4D ultrasound imaging to guide pregnancy management and detect fetal conditions with remarkable precision.

Through digital reporting systems and cross-facility collaboration, St. David’s ensures imaging consistency and continuity of care throughout the Central Texas region.

Ascension Seton Medical Center Austin

Location: Central Austin, with affiliated locations throughout Travis County

As a cornerstone of Austin’s healthcare landscape, Ascension Seton combines clinical leadership with academic excellence through its affiliation with The University of Texas at Austin Dell Medical School. Its women’s health programs integrate ultrasound, MRI, and breast imaging technologies within both outpatient and hospital-based settings.

The Seton Women’s Health and Maternity Centers feature advanced obstetric ultrasound for anatomic screening, Doppler analysis, and fetal growth assessment. In addition, the Seton Breast Care Center provides tomosynthesis mammography, targeted breast ultrasound, and MRI to support comprehensive diagnostic pathways and multidisciplinary case reviews.

This integration of technology, research, and clinical expertise reinforces Ascension Seton’s position as a leader in advanced women’s imaging throughout Austin.

Baylor Scott & White Medical Center – Austin

Locations: Austin, Pflugerville, and surrounding communities

Baylor Scott & White continues to expand its imaging capabilities across the Austin metro area, offering a system-wide approach to women’s imaging that emphasizes consistency, quality, and accessibility.

Its imaging departments feature the latest ultrasound and breast imaging platforms—enhancing diagnostic precision for obstetric, gynecologic, and fertility applications. Within maternal–fetal medicine, clinicians rely on 3D/4D imaging and Doppler evaluation for early detection of fetal anomalies and improved pregnancy outcomes.

Baylor Scott & White’s commitment to standardization and staff training supports reproducible imaging quality across all Austin-area facilities, ensuring that patients receive the same high level of care wherever they seek services.

UT Health Austin

Location: Medical District, Downtown Austin

UT Health Austin—part of The University of Texas at Austin’s Dell Medical School—has rapidly emerged as a hub for academic medicine and imaging innovation. Through the Department of Women’s Health and its partnership with Dell Children’s Medical Center, UT Health Austin integrates research and real-world application to advance maternal–fetal and gynecologic imaging practices.

Specialists utilize high-end ultrasound, MRI, and emerging imaging modalities for early diagnostic insight into complex pregnancies, gynecologic conditions, and reproductive health concerns. The institution’s academic focus fosters continued exploration of imaging-driven pathways that improve care quality, reduce diagnostic uncertainty, and expand access across diverse patient populations.

Austin Fertility & Reproductive Medicine (AFRM)

Locations: North Austin and South Austin

Austin Fertility & Reproductive Medicine exemplifies how precise imaging elevates fertility treatment outcomes. Every stage of reproductive care—from follicular development monitoring and oocyte retrieval to embryo transfer—relies on the accuracy of ultrasound imaging.

AFRM’s use of advanced transvaginal and 3D ultrasound systems enables clinicians to track follicle maturation, assess endometrial health, and guide procedures with exceptional precision. These imaging tools, supported by skilled sonographers and evidence-based protocols, contribute to consistently strong patient outcomes and a superior patient experience.

Breast Imaging Centers of Austin

Locations: Central and North Austin

Dedicated to early detection and diagnostic clarity, the Breast Imaging Centers of Austin combine tomosynthesis mammography, breast ultrasound, and MRI for comprehensive breast evaluation. Their integration of automated breast ultrasound (ABUS) and AI-enhanced image analysis supports improved detection sensitivity—particularly in women with dense breast tissue.

By focusing on comfort, speed, and diagnostic accuracy, these centers help shape Austin’s patient-first approach to preventive and diagnostic women’s imaging.

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

Across the Austin metropolitan area, several key trends are defining the evolution of women’s imaging and diagnostic care:

Collaborative Networks
Health systems such as St. David’s, Ascension Seton, and Baylor Scott & White are building cross-facility imaging frameworks that standardize technology use, reporting protocols, and data sharing—ensuring continuity and consistency across the region.

Next-Generation Imaging Technologies
Institutions are investing in advanced ultrasound systems, 3D mammography, and hybrid imaging tools that enhance visualization, improve diagnostic reproducibility, and support more informed clinical decisions.

Operational Agility and Outreach
To meet the needs of Austin’s growing population, providers are expanding imaging access through satellite locations, outpatient diagnostic centers, and mobile ultrasound services that bring care closer to patients.

Patient-Centered Experience
Independent OB/GYN and fertility practices are increasingly integrating in-office ultrasound to streamline care, reduce turnaround times, and provide immediate results during consultations—strengthening trust and convenience for patients.

Preferred Medical: Partnering with Austin’s Women’s Health Leaders

Preferred Medical proudly partners with healthcare institutions, imaging groups, and physician practices throughout Austin and the greater Texas region. For more than 35 years, we’ve supported clinicians with innovative ultrasound solutions and service programs that enhance diagnostic precision, efficiency, and patient care.

Our portfolio includes:

• Philips, Alpinion, Mindray, and QT Imaging systems optimized for OB/GYN, MFM, breast, and fertility imaging
• Comprehensive service and warranty programs backed by trusted partnerships
• Clinical education and training to strengthen sonographer and physician proficiency
• Flexible purchase, lease, and demo options aligned with each practice’s workflow and growth strategy

Preferred Medical remains committed to empowering women’s health providers across Austin through imaging solutions that elevate care quality, strengthen operational agility, and deliver lasting value for clinicians and patients alike.

📞 Call (866) 492-1313 or visit our Contact Us page to learn how Preferred Medical can help your practice achieve new levels of imaging excellence across the Austin region.