Concierge fetal medicine · London
Private anomaly scan (20-week scan) in London, by a fetal-medicine specialist.
A proper anatomy scan by a fetal-medicine specialist — not a 4D souvenir video. Findings, when they occur, are explained in the room and referred to a tertiary centre the same week if needed.
Why parents choose us
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A specialist, not a sonographer alone
A consultant fetal-medicine specialist performs the scan — the same clinician who would review a finding in the NHS.
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Answers in the room
Findings, when they occur, are explained on the day, with an onward tertiary referral arranged the same week if needed.
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Independent, and free
We are paid by no clinic, so the recommendation is impartial and costs you nothing.
Indicative pricing
What a private anomaly scan costs in London.
Indicative ranges across our fetal-medicine network. Send your dates and we quote firm figures across two or three options.
In short
A 20-week anomaly scan in our network: £250–£450, with findings discussed in the room.
| Scan type | Indicative range | Typical duration | Report turnaround |
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| 20-week anomaly scan | £250–£450 | 30–45 min | Same visit |
| Advanced fetal-medicine anomaly scan | £400–£800 | 60 min | Same visit |
| Fetal echocardiography | £450–£900 | 45–60 min | Same visit |
| Growth scan (28–40 weeks) | £180–£350 | 20 min | Same visit |
| 4D bonding scan (24–32 weeks) | £200–£400 | 30 min | Same visit |
| Cervical length scan (mid-trimester) | £180–£300 | 20 min | Same visit |
Prices vary by clinic, by the specialist, and by whether fetal echocardiography or Doppler is added. We come back with a firm quote within one working day.
The problem
A twenty-week scan is one of the most important scans of your life.
It deserves a specialist. We route you to a consultant fetal-medicine doctor — the same clinician who would review a finding in the NHS — and to an onward tertiary pathway if anything is found.
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Missed the NHS window?
We arrange a private anomaly scan at the optimal 20–22 week window, often within days.
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A soft marker was seen elsewhere?
A longer, higher-resolution look by a fetal-medicine specialist — with fetal echo if indicated.
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Higher-risk pregnancy?
IVF, previous fetal anomaly, maternal diabetes or family history — we match the right specialist.
The journey
From enquiry to report - what happens, in order.
One specialist from first message to written report - often within days.
Phase 1 · Before your scan
Concierge, off-stage for you
Phase 2 · On the day
30–60 minutes at the clinic
Phase 3 · After
Concierge, back on
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Before
You tell us your dates
A short, confidential form. Gestation, any previous scans or NHS results, and any concerns.
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Before
We come back with a plan
Within one working day: which scan is right for your gestation, which specialist, indicative price.
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Before
We arrange the appointment
Timed for optimal gestation (20–22 weeks for the anomaly scan). Insurer pre-authorisation handled.
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On the day
Arrival and preparation
No fasting, no full bladder. Bring your partner — the room is set up for two.
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On the day
The scan itself
30–45 minutes for a standard anomaly scan; up to 60 for advanced fetal medicine. Systematic, organ-by-organ.
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On the day
Findings discussed in the room
Normal, a soft marker, or a structural finding — explained by the specialist, before you leave.
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After
Report and onward pathway
A written report within 48 hours, copied to your NHS midwife. Tertiary-centre referral the same week if needed.
Typical end-to-end: 3-7 days. Urgent cases: same day.
What it shows
A head-to-toe fetal anatomy check.
The scan is systematic — organ system by organ system, to the FASP standard.
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Full fetal anatomy check
A systematic head-to-toe examination of every organ system, to the FASP standard.
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Growth and amniotic fluid
Biometry and liquor volume — early markers of placental or fetal problems.
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Placental position and cord
Placental site, cord insertion and vasa praevia screening where indicated.
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Fetal heart (basic + optional detailed)
Four-chamber, outflow tracts and three-vessel views, with fetal echo available as an add-on.
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Fetal spine
Sagittal, coronal and axial views along the length of the spine.
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Fetal brain
Ventricles, cerebellum, cavum and posterior fossa.
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Facial clefts and limb screening
Face profile, orbits, upper lip and long bones of all four limbs.
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Red flag: reduced fetal movements
Reduced fetal movements need same-day maternity assessment — call your unit, not us.
Scan types
Not all pregnancy scans are the same.
What each option is actually for, at which gestation.
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20-week anomaly scan
The mid-pregnancy structural scan, to the FASP standard — the one every pregnancy should have.
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Advanced fetal-medicine anomaly
A longer, higher-resolution scan by a fetal-medicine specialist — for higher-risk pregnancies or a soft marker seen elsewhere.
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Fetal echocardiography
A detailed cardiac scan by a fetal cardiologist — indicated by family history, diabetes, or a cardiac soft marker.
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Growth scan
Serial biometry, liquor volume and umbilical artery Doppler — from 28 weeks.
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4D bonding scan
A three-dimensional look at the face and hands. Best between 24 and 32 weeks — not a diagnostic scan.
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Cervical length
Transvaginal measurement in the mid-trimester, where preterm-birth risk is being watched.
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Doppler studies
Umbilical, middle cerebral and uterine artery Dopplers, for placental function assessment.
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Follow-up detailed anomaly
A repeat scan to clarify or follow a finding seen on an earlier scan.
Our vetted London network
A small panel of specialists, we picked them.
Consultant fetal-medicine partners across central London, with a tertiary-centre pathway if anything is found.
Selection criteria
How we choose every specialist in our network.
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Consultant fetal-medicine specialists
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Advanced fetal echo available
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Onward tertiary-centre pathway if abnormality found
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Counselling by a specialist midwife if needed
Safety and expectations
Safe — but not a guarantee.
Ultrasound is one of the safest tests in medicine. What varies is what it can — and cannot — see.
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Optimal timing 20–22 weeks
The anomaly scan is designed for this window. Earlier and structures are too small; later and the fetus is too big to see everything.
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Not every anomaly is detectable
Even the best scan, in the best hands, detects around 50–95% of anomalies depending on the organ system.
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Scan quality varies
Maternal habitus and fetal position affect image quality. Occasionally a repeat scan is offered.
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A "soft marker" isn’t a diagnosis
Soft markers are common in normal babies. They prompt further assessment, not a conclusion.
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Fetal echo is a specialist add-on
A detailed heart scan is a separate specialist examination — arranged where clinically indicated.
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A normal scan is reassuring, not a guarantee
A normal anomaly scan doesn’t guarantee a healthy baby — some conditions appear later, or not on ultrasound at all.
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This is not a "gender reveal" party
Findings can be serious. The scan is medical — bring a partner for support.
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Take a partner for support
You are welcome to bring one adult with you into the room.
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Share results with your NHS midwife
Please share the written report with your NHS midwife so your booking record stays complete.
Reading your report
An anomaly-scan report can look intimidating. It isn’t.
Every report keeps to the same four parts. The impression, at the bottom, is written to be read first.
A quiet reminder
Share the report with your NHS midwife — your booking record should stay complete.
If you would like us to talk you through it before your next appointment, just ask.
- 01 Header
Gestation and previous scans
Your details, the gestation on the day, and any previous scans referenced.
- 02 Technique
Views obtained
Which anatomical views were obtained, and any views that were limited by position or habitus.
- 03 Findings
Organ-by-organ
A systematic description of each organ system, with biometry, liquor volume and placental site.
- 04 Impression
Read this first
Normal, a soft marker, a structural finding, or a referral — stated plainly and up front.
Recognised by major UK insurers
Cover for maternity ultrasound varies by policy; we confirm with your insurer before booking.
Frequently asked
Everything we get asked about the anomaly scan.
Quick answers on timing, cost, limitations, fetal echo and results.
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What does the 20-week anomaly scan show?
A systematic head-to-toe check of your baby’s anatomy — brain, spine, heart, abdomen, kidneys, face and limbs — plus growth, amniotic fluid volume and placental position.
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When should it be done?
Between 20 and 22 weeks is optimal. Earlier and structures are too small to see reliably; later and the fetus is too big to visualise everything.
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What are its limitations?
Even the best scan detects only around 50–95% of anomalies, depending on the organ system. Scan quality is also affected by maternal habitus and by how the baby is lying.
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How much does a private anomaly scan cost in London?
A standard 20-week anomaly scan is typically £250–£450 in our network. An advanced fetal-medicine anomaly scan is £400–£800, and a fetal echo £450–£900.
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I’ve had an NHS anomaly scan — why have a private one?
Most women are reassured by the NHS scan alone. A private scan is usually chosen for a longer, more detailed look by a fetal-medicine specialist, or where the NHS scan raised a question.
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What is a fetal echo and do I need one?
A specialist heart scan performed by a fetal cardiologist. It is indicated by a family history of congenital heart disease, maternal diabetes, or a cardiac soft marker seen on the anomaly scan.
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What if my baby’s movements have reduced?
Reduced fetal movements need same-day assessment by your maternity unit — please phone them directly. A private appointment is not the right route for this.
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What is a 4D bonding scan?
A three-dimensional look at the face and hands, best done between 24 and 32 weeks. It is a keepsake scan, not a diagnostic one, and does not replace a proper anomaly scan.
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When will I get the results?
Findings are discussed in the room, on the day. A written report is issued within 48 hours, and copied to your NHS midwife on request.
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When should I see a GP urgently?
Reduced fetal movements, vaginal bleeding, sudden severe abdominal pain, a bad headache with visual changes, or a fever — contact your maternity unit or GP the same day.
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