Leading Women’s Health Providers in the Philadelphia Region: Advancing Imaging Excellence Across Care Settings

Philadelphia has long been recognized as a center of medical innovation and clinical excellence, home to some of the nation’s most respected healthcare institutions. For women’s health, the region represents a diverse and dynamic landscape—spanning academic medical centers, community hospitals, and independent imaging practices that are redefining the use of ultrasound and advanced imaging across obstetrics, gynecology, and breast care.

For imaging professionals, the Philadelphia market offers valuable insights into how ultrasound technology and workflow integration are improving outcomes and operational efficiency across both large systems and private practices.

Preferred Medical has proudly supported women’s health providers across Pennsylvania for over 35 years—equipping MFM specialists, OB/GYNs, and imaging centers with ultrasound solutions that deliver clarity, consistency, and confidence in every image. The providers below represent the forefront of that innovation.

Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania (HUP)

Location: University City, Philadelphia

As part of Penn Medicine, the Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania (HUP) serves as one of the nation’s premier centers for women’s health and diagnostic imaging. Located in University City, HUP’s Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology and Division of Maternal-Fetal Medicine integrate cutting-edge ultrasound applications into every aspect of care—from high-risk pregnancy management to gynecologic oncology.

The Penn Maternal Fetal Medicine Center utilizes advanced Philips EPIQ and Affiniti systems to perform targeted fetal imaging, Doppler assessments, and 3D/4D reconstructions for complex cases. In breast imaging, Penn’s Abramson Cancer Center employs a multimodal approach combining mammography, ABUS, MRI, and ultrasound-guided biopsy for comprehensive screening and diagnostic accuracy.

Penn Medicine’s emphasis on research-driven imaging protocols and cross-disciplinary training ensures consistent diagnostic performance across its system—offering an ideal model for imaging professionals focused on clinical rigor and innovation.

Thomas Jefferson University Hospital

Location: Center City, Philadelphia

Located in Center City, Thomas Jefferson University Hospital and the Sidney Kimmel Medical College continue to lead in academic and clinical excellence in women’s imaging. Jefferson’s Maternal-Fetal Medicine Division operates a high-volume ultrasound program focused on advanced fetal assessment, cervical length screening, and placental Doppler evaluation.

Within the Jefferson Breast Care Center, clinicians utilize high-frequency breast ultrasound for dense tissue screening, supplemented by elastography and real-time guidance for ultrasound-guided biopsy. Jefferson also plays a leading role in AI-assisted imaging research, exploring automated measurement tools and image-enhancement algorithms to improve diagnostic reproducibility.

For imaging teams, Jefferson exemplifies a data-driven, multidisciplinary model where collaboration between radiology, obstetrics, and engineering departments drives ongoing clinical advancement.

Einstein Medical Center Philadelphia

Location: North Philadelphia

Serving a diverse urban population, Einstein Medical Center Philadelphia, part of Jefferson Health, is recognized for its commitment to accessibility and diagnostic quality in women’s imaging.

The hospital’s Division of Maternal-Fetal Medicine provides comprehensive prenatal and obstetric ultrasound services—including genetic sonography, growth monitoring, and Doppler studies—supported by a dedicated team of sonographers and MFM specialists.

Einstein’s Breast Imaging Center integrates ultrasound with digital mammography for personalized breast screening. Its emphasis on workflow standardization and protocol-driven imaging demonstrates how community-based hospitals can maintain academic-level imaging precision while serving broad and diverse populations.

Temple University Hospital

Location: North Philadelphia

Temple University Hospital combines a strong academic foundation with a mission of community-focused care. Its Maternal-Fetal Medicine and Ultrasound Division provides advanced diagnostic imaging for high-risk pregnancies, including targeted anatomic surveys, fetal echocardiography, and cervical assessments.

Temple’s use of portable and compact ultrasound systems supports point-of-care imaging across labor and delivery, emergency, and outpatient clinics—enhancing responsiveness and patient flow.

For imaging professionals, Temple illustrates the importance of flexibility in ultrasound utilization—where system portability, staff training, and cross-departmental coordination contribute to continuity of care in high-acuity settings.

Main Line Health

Location: Wynnewood, Bryn Mawr, and Media

Main Line Health, a regional leader with hospitals in Wynnewood (Lankenau Medical Center), Bryn Mawr, and Media (Riddle Hospital), delivers comprehensive women’s health services through an integrated imaging and clinical network.

Lankenau Institute for Women’s Health offers specialized maternal-fetal and gynecologic imaging, including 3D/4D ultrasound and sonohysterography. The Lankenau Breast Center combines automated breast ultrasound (ABUS) with 3D mammography for precision screening—particularly valuable for patients with dense breast tissue.

Main Line Health’s commitment to equipment standardization and sonographer development allows for consistent diagnostic accuracy across its multiple locations, reflecting the best practices of integrated regional networks.

Pennsylvania Hospital

Location: Washington Square, Philadelphia

Part of Penn Medicine, Pennsylvania Hospital—the nation’s first hospital—continues to lead in women’s health through its Helen O. Dickens Center for Women’s Health at Washington Square.

This center provides comprehensive OB/GYN and MFM ultrasound, leveraging real-time imaging to support both routine prenatal care and high-risk assessments. The hospital also maintains close collaboration with Penn’s fetal surgery and genetics teams, where ultrasound plays a critical role in patient triage and outcome planning.

Pennsylvania Hospital’s seamless integration of imaging, genetics, and maternal care demonstrates the value of interdepartmental coordination and image-sharing systems for clinicians managing complex cases.

Axia Women’s Health

Location: Multiple Locations in Greater Philadelphia

With offices across Philadelphia, King of Prussia, Newtown Square, and Cherry Hill (NJ), Axia Women’s Health has grown into one of the region’s largest networks of OB/GYN and women’s imaging providers.

Axia’s model centers on high-quality, accessible ultrasound imaging, performed in-office by trained sonographers using modern portable and cart-based systems. Its clinical programs include obstetric ultrasound, pelvic imaging, infertility evaluations, and gynecologic assessment—all supported by a network of subspecialty radiologists.

For imaging professionals, Axia’s success underscores how integrated private practices can maintain strong imaging standards across diverse clinical environments through consistent technology, training, and quality oversight.

RMA of Philadelphia

Location: King of Prussia & Abington

Reproductive Medicine Associates (RMA) of Philadelphia is one of the leading fertility and reproductive endocrinology practices in the region, with offices in King of Prussia, Abington, and Langhorne.

Ultrasound plays a central role in RMA’s practice—supporting follicular monitoring, uterine assessment, and early pregnancy evaluation. The group’s use of high-resolution transvaginal and 3D ultrasound enables precise, data-driven decision-making for patients undergoing assisted reproductive technologies (ART).

Clinically, RMA demonstrates how advanced ultrasound applications can enhance reproductive success rates and streamline procedural planning—making it a leader in imaging-supported fertility care.

Burlington County Imaging and Women’s Diagnostic Center

Location: Mount Laurel, NJ

Serving the southern New Jersey and Greater Philadelphia suburbs, Burlington County Imaging provides full-service women’s imaging, including breast ultrasound, sonohysterography, pelvic imaging, and obstetric sonography.

Their focus on workflow efficiency and rapid image turnaround supports referring OB/GYNs and specialists throughout the Delaware Valley. With a commitment to both patient comfort and clinical accuracy, Burlington County Imaging exemplifies how independent centers can provide accessible, high-quality imaging outside of hospital systems.

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

Across the Philadelphia region, several themes define the evolution of women’s imaging:

1. Academic Integration: Institutions like Penn Medicine and Jefferson are leveraging academic research to refine ultrasound-based diagnostics and AI-assisted image interpretation.
2. Technology Expansion: Independent practices and health systems alike are standardizing on advanced ultrasound platforms with enhanced Doppler, elastography, and volumetric capabilities.
3. Operational Agility: Portable and shared-use ultrasound systems are supporting point-of-care imaging across inpatient and outpatient settings, enhancing efficiency.
4. Patient-Centered Access: Outpatient imaging networks and women’s health practices are expanding ultrasound availability closer to where patients live and receive ongoing care.

Together, these trends reflect a clinically mature and technologically forward imaging ecosystem—one that prioritizes both diagnostic precision and accessibility for women’s health across all care levels.



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

Preferred Medical is proud to support women’s health providers across Pennsylvania 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 your 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: purchase, lease, or demo programs

Partner with Preferred Medical today and experience the confidence of imaging solutions backed by decades of expertise and a nationwide support network.

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