Echocardiography is a medical imaging technique that uses ultrasound waves to create detailed images of the heart’s structure and function. It is a non-invasive and safe procedure that allows healthcare providers to assess the heart’s chambers, valves, blood flow and overall pumping efficiency. Echocardiography is commonly referred to as an “echo”.

Your healthcare provider might order an echocardiogram to assess heart valve function, heart muscle health, blood flow, congenital (present at birth) heart defects, and overall heart function.

How to access

  • Get a referral

    A referral is required. Have your physician complete the medical imaging requisition form. 

  • Book an appointment

    By appointment only.  The department will contact patients to book the appointment. 

    Call (604) 892-6025 to change or cancel an appointment.

Hours of operation

Hours vary. The office will call you to book an appointment.

How to get here

​Accessible by public transit, free parking is available.

Squamish General Hospital

Squamish General Hospital is a 20-bed acute care facility that provides acute, community and primary health services to more than 270,000 residents in rural and urban settings living on the North Shore, in Sea-to-Sky Country, on the Sunshine Coast and in Powell River.

Echocardiography

Echocardiography is a medical imaging technique that uses ultrasound waves to create detailed images of the heart’s structure and function. It is a non-invasive and safe procedure that allows healthcare providers to assess the heart’s chambers, valves, blood flow and overall pumping efficiency. Echocardiography is commonly referred to as an “echo”.