Pregnancy Scan Specialist in Kent
Find out the gender of your baby from 12 weeks with Dr David Penman, Kent’s leading Pregnancy Scan specialist.
What Type of Baby Scan Is Right For You?
With a range of baby scans available, It is important to select the correct scan type when making your appointment to ensure that Dr Penman has adequate time to meet your individual needs.
Be sure to make notes on your booking as needed or get in touch should you have any questions.
As a fetal medicine specialist, Dr Penman is a recognised expert in his field. Thorough medical examinations during pregnancy are vital for the health and wellbeing of both mother and baby, and with over 30 years of experience, Dr Penman provides exceptional care, clinical reassurance and precision.
Viability Scan
This pregnancy scan confirms the presence of a heartbeat, the position of the fetus, checks for a multiple births and gives an estimate of expected delivery date.
Nuchal Scan
This pregnancy scan looks at the nuchal translucency, and nasal bridge for any abnormalities.
Gender assessment will only be available after 12 weeks.
Early Gender
Advanced testing allows Dr Penman to determine the gender of your baby from 6 weeks!
As well as an ultrasound, a blood sample will be taken and the reveal sent to you the following day!
NIPT Testing
Alongside completing an ultrasound baby scan, Dr Penman will take a blood sample which is sent for testing and will detect 99% of abnormalities such as Downs, Edwards & Patau syndromes.
Wellbeing Scan
This pregnancy scan checks growth of the baby, liquor volume, movement and placental position. This scan also notes gender for those that wish to find out.
Anomaly Scan
The Anomoly scan is designed to check all structures, including heart chambers, brain, head circumference, length, liquor volume etc.
Late Growth Scan
The Late Growth scan is designed to checked the growth, weight, liquor volume and blood dopplers for flow through the umbilical artery.
Rainbow Scan
A Rainbow scan is for post miscarriage to check that your body has recovered before trying for another pregnancy.
Are You PRegnant WIth Twins or Multiples?
Congratulations!
Multiple pregnancies will require additional time during an ultrasound scan so if you know that you are expecting multiples be sure to select the correct scan type from our booking system.
Advanced Testing In Pregnancy
As Kent’s only fertility specialist, Dr Penman is qualified to perform advanced testing such as early gender testing from 6 weeks & NIPT Testing
NIPT Testing
NIPT Testing involves taking a blood sample alongside completing an ultrasound baby scan. The blood sample is sent for testing and will detect 99% of abnormalities such as Downs, Edwards & Patau syndromes as well as sex chromosome abnormalities, with the results back in 2-4 working days.
Why Choose Dr Penman
There are many factors at play when choosing a private doctor; experience, qualifications, and specialisms are just some of these. Dr Penman is an expert in his field and has supported 1000’s of families in their fertility and pregnancy journeys. Dr Penman holds appointments and surgeries at both The Hempstead Therapy Centre & The Spire Alexandra Hospital.
Trust & Expertise
Dr Penman has over 30 years of experience of working in fertility, pregnancy and gynaecology. A specialist in numerous areas, including prenatal screening, diagnosis of fetal abnormalities, recurrent miscarriage, and infertility, you can trust that you are in safe hands.
Flexibility
Dr. Penman runs a fully private medical clinic. This means you have the freedom to choose. Typically Baby scans are available within 2 days and are available evenings and weekends. Gynaecology patients can normally be seen within 1 week.
Affordable & Efficient
Dr Penman sees many self-funded patients who appreciate that they are being cared for by the only Fetal Medicine specialist in Kent. Transparent pricing and efficient communication is key to running a successful clinic.
Communication
Dr Penman’s many years of experience allows him to answer questions in depth and offer reassurance to those patients who need it. Fertility Test results are provided electronically for efficiency, with clear guidance, next steps, and prompt follow up support.