Independent diagnostic radiology in Southland and Central Otagooffice@southernultrasound.co.nz  ·  Invercargill 03 218 3005  ·  Wanaka 03 265 3112

Our team

Meet the Southern Ultrasound team.

Our experienced sonography, administration and radiology team supports patients and referrers across Invercargill and Wanaka.

Rachel Rankin

Sonographer

Rachel Rankin

Rachel has 20+ years of experience in medical imaging and holds a Bachelor of Medical Imaging and Post Graduate Diploma in Medical Ultrasonography. She has a passion for obstetric and women’s imaging. Outside of work she enjoys spending time with her family, dancing and attending ballet barre classes.

Ashleigh West

Sonographer

Ashleigh West

Ashleigh has had over 13 years in the medical imaging field holding a Bachelor of Medical Imaging and Post Graduate Diploma in Medical Ultrasonography. Ashleigh has worked closely with highly regarded specialists. She has a special interest in musculoskeletal and vascular imaging. Her expertise, combined with a dedication to patient care, plays a vital role in our practice. Ashleigh and her family are happy to call Wanaka home after relocating from Australia.

Dianne Scully

Office Manager

Dianne Scully

Dianne has many years of experience in medical administration, working for nearly ten years at Southland Hospital followed by 20+ years in private ultrasound. She efficiently manages the office and team so that patients feel cared for and supported. Dianne is proud to be a born and bred local!

Shanla Lewis

Office Administrator

Shanla Lewis

Shanla is part of the administration team supporting bookings, reception and day-to-day clinic enquiries.

Andrea Sutherland

Office Administrator

Andrea Sutherland

Andrea is part of the administration team supporting patient and referrer communication.

Brett Lyons

Reporting Radiologist

Brett Lyons

Brett graduated from Otago Medical School in 1992 and completed both his Diploma of Obstetrics and Radiology specialist training in 1999. He worked as a senior clinical lecturer at the University of Otago and soon after became clinical director of radiology at Dunedin Hospital. He continues to pursue his interests in musculoskeletal imaging and intervention, and provides reporting and intervention to practices in both Australia and New Zealand.

Need to book or ask about a scan?

Contact the clinic team with your referral details and they will confirm appointment availability, preparation and likely costs.

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