A freestanding image processing workstation specifically designed to be networked with one or more diagnostic ultrasound imaging systems. It is sometimes considered to be a component to a picture archiving and communication system (PACS). An ultrasound workstation differs from the operator's console in that it does not contain the controls for the direct operation of the diagnostic imaging system. It is designed to receive and transmit data both on-line and off-line and is typically located at a site remote from the operator console. It has the capability to further process, manipulate and/or view patient images and information collected from one or more ultrasounds.