What Is an Echocardiogram?

At Elevated Echo, we specialize in providing high-quality echocardiograms in Missoula, Montana—helping patients and healthcare providers gain deeper insight into heart health. But what exactly is an echocardiogram, and why is it so important?

An echocardiogram, often called an “echo,” is a non-invasive test that uses ultrasound technology to create detailed images of the heart. These moving pictures show how your heart muscles and valves are functioning in real time. It’s a critical diagnostic tool that cardiologists use to detect heart disease, monitor heart conditions, and guide treatment plans.

At our Missoula imaging facility, we offer outpatient echocardiograms with fast turnaround and exceptional care—without the hassle of a hospital setting.

Doctors often recommend an echocardiogram to investigate symptoms or evaluate known heart issues. Common reasons include:

Whether you’re dealing with new symptoms or managing a chronic heart condition, an echo provides a clear, accurate look at how your heart is working.

At Elevated Echo, we perform transthoracic echocardiograms (TTE)—the most common type. It’s safe, painless, and completed in about 45 minutes. A trained sonographer places a probe on your chest and uses sound waves to produce heart images.

We partner with local referring physicians, cardiologists, and hospitals to ensure our echocardiogram reports meet the highest standards of diagnostic imaging in Western Montana.

Your comfort and experience matter to us. Here’s what to expect when you come to Elevated Echo in Missoula for an echocardiogram:

Results are read by a board-certified cardiologist, and your referring provider typically receives the final report within 24 hours.

We are proud to serve Missoula and the surrounding areas with compassionate, expert cardiac imaging. Here’s why patients and providers choose us:

We support healthcare in Missoula with state-of-the-art heart imaging that’s efficient, accurate, and personal.