Let’s talk about smart hustle.

At LocumBase, we’re all about spotlighting practical, meaningful ways for doctors to expand their income without burning out or selling out. That’s why we’re teaming up with the visionary folks at Hlola EmpowerCare to bring you the “More Ways to Earn” blog series — a curated collection of real tools and fresh ideas to grow your practice, your skills, and your earnings.

First up in the spotlight: the powerful, portable, and surprisingly affordable U-Image device.

What is U-Image, and why does it matter?

Developed as part of the Hlola EmpowerCare Initiative, the U-Image device is a handheld ultrasound scanner built for point-of-care diagnostics. It’s designed to fit in your pocket and fit into your workflow, whether you’re consulting in a community clinic, a private room, or through hybrid telehealth.

It’s not just about tech, it’s about impact.
With U-Image, you’re not only increasing revenue, you’re expanding access to fast, early, life-saving care.

Who Benefits from Point-of-Care Imaging?

The real question is — who doesn't?

Here’s where U-Image can make the biggest difference in everyday GP practice:

👩🏽‍🍼 Pregnant women — especially in the first trimester

Early pregnancy scans can confirm viability, detect complications, and provide reassurance — particularly important in rural or underserved areas where antenatal access is limited.

💔 Patients with abdominal pain

Quick ultrasound scans can help rule out urgent conditions like ectopic pregnancy, gallstones, or appendicitis — speeding up referrals and reducing risk.

💦 Children with urinary issues or dehydration

Identify bladder volume, kidney inflammation, or signs of obstruction without needing to send them off-site.

🫁 Elderly patients with breathing difficulty

Assess fluid around lungs or signs of heart failure on the spot.

🏥 Post-surgical or chronically ill patients

Monitor recovery, check for fluid build-up, or guide needle-based procedures safely and effectively.

🔍 The result? More informed decisions, fewer delays, and more comprehensive care — right from your consulting room.

From Uncertainty to Empowerment: Why Hlola EmpowerCare Matters

South Africa’s young medical professionals often sit in limbo. Qualified, passionate, but underemployed. That’s where Hlola EmpowerCare comes in. It’s a game-changing initiative that equips 300 young doctors with:

🩺 A U-Image ultrasound device
📚 Clinical + business training
📱 Tools to launch their own micro-practices using MyPocketHealth

And it’s not just about young doctors. If you’re a practice owner, this is your chance to:

• Expand your services without hiring new full-time staff
  
  
• Mentor and uplift emerging GPs
  
  
• Bring diagnostic access to underserved communities
  
  
• Offer better care, quicker - especially to expectant mothers
  
  

What’s in it for You?

Whether you’re a young GP starting out or a seasoned practitioner running a busy room, U-Image gives you an edge.

• Add value to every consult
  
  
• Reduce time spent referring out
  
  
• Boost your earning potential immediately
  
  
• Serve vulnerable patients better, with less delay and more dignity
  
  
• Join a movement of doctors redefining primary care in SA
  
  

💡 “The first training cohort filled up in just days. The next one kicks off soon. If you’re ready to add revenue and impact to your daily work, this is your time.”

📌 Ready to earn more, do more, be more?

The U-Image device is just the beginning.
More Ways to Earn means more options, more independence, and more community impact.
Let’s build better care, together.

👉 Learn more at HlolaEmpowerCare.co.za
👉 Join the U-Image training waitlist
👉 Stay tuned for more tools in our “More Ways to Earn” blog series

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