Diagnostic Medical Sonography

1. Diagnostic Medical Sonography Information Sessions 2019

2. DMS Program Location Broward College North Campus 1000 Coconut Creek Boulevard Health Sciences Building 41 Coconut Creek Florida, 33066 Phone: 954-201-7350 DMS Website: www.broward.edu/ultrasound Please note that all Sonography courses and labs are offered at BC North Campus only

3. Instructors Karen Hoban ,RDMS,RDCS,RVT,RT(R) Program Manager Building 41, Office: 954-201-2089 E-mail: khoban@broward.edu Kirk Main, RDMS, RDCS, RVT Clinical Coordinator Building 41, Office: 954-201-2079 E-mail: kmain@broward.edu

4. Important Contact Information for DMS Program Admissions Enrollment and Advising

5. CTE Advisor/Job DeveloperWorkforce Education

6. Enrollment Services Officer Nichole Howell nhowell@broward.edu 954-201-6056

7. Job Developer / Placement Specialist Career &Technical Education Yandy Gilson (954)201-2884 ygilson@broward.edu

8. What is Diagnostic Medical Sonography?

9. Diagnostic Ultrasound • Utilizes very high frequency sound to produce images of anatomy and pathology • Employs the use of a probe that is placed on the body after applying a coupling gel • The Sonographer manipulates the probe in order to transmit sound to specific locations and receive reflections from within the body • Reflections are analyzed by an ultrasound unit and displayed on an LCD screen

10. Sonographers provide images of areas inside a patient's body that allow physicians to interpret important medical information and diagnose disease

11. Ultrasound Safety • There is no ionizing radiation associated with Diagnostic Ultrasound • Ultrasound utilizes sound energy only • Although the possibility exists that biological effects may be identified in the future, current data indicate that the benefits for patients from prudent use of diagnostic Ultrasound outweigh the risks if any that may be present

12. Ultrasound Modes

13. Grayscale Ultrasound displays anatomy and pathology in shades of gray from black (fluid) to bright white (bone) 3-d Ultrasound adds texture and shading effects to represent a three dimensional data set

14. Color Flow Doppler Ultrasound shows pattern and direction of blood flow

15. Spectral Doppler shows velocity of blood flow over time

16. Ultrasound has a wide range of applications including… • Abdominal • Obstetrics and Gynecology • Echocardiography (Cardiac) • Small Parts (Testicular, Thyroid, Soft Tissues) • Breast • Vascular • Neurosonography (Brain and Spine) • Musculoskeletal • Interventional • Intraoperative

17. Abdominal Ultrasound

18. Small Parts

19. Obstetrics and Gynecology

20. Transvaginal Sonography

21. Echocardiography

22. Transesophageal Echo (TEE) TEE offers higher resolution images because the probe is closer to the heart A Cardiologist inserts and manipulates the probe and a Sonographer assists with imaging controls

23. Vascular

24. Sonographers Utilize state-of-the-art equipment To ensure high-quality diagnostic information

25. Sonographer Job Description and Requirements

26. Essential Functions • Performs clinical assessment and Diagnostic Sonography examinations • Uses independent judgment during the sonographic exam to accurately differentiate between normal and pathologic findings (Sonography is a highly operator dependent modality) • Analyzes sonograms, synthesizes sonographic information and medical history, and communicates findings to the appropriate physician usually by providing a Sonographer worksheet • Assumes responsibility for the safety, mental and physical comfort of patients during care

27. Physical Requirements • Strength sufficient to: lift turn or position some patients, push ultrasound equipment on wheels (machine can Weigh up to 300 pounds or more) and move patients in wheelchairs and stretchers • Ability to maintain prolonged arm positions and wrist flexure necessary for scanning • Possess manual dexterity that is adequate to manipulate and operate all Sonography equipment • Possess visual skills necessary to adequately differentiate between subtle shades of gray and make color distinctions

28. Important Skills and Attributes • Desire to provide respectful, compassionate, and consistently excellent patient care • Extensive knowledge of Anatomy and Pathology • Good hand –eye coordination and spatial orientation • Comprehensive knowledge of Ultrasound Physics and instrumentation • Detail oriented work ethic

29. Qualifications • Graduate of a formal Diagnostic Medical Sonography Program or Cardiovascular Technology Program that is accredited by the Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs (CAAHEP) is required • The Broward College Diagnostic Medical Sonography Program is accredited by CAAHEP through the Joint Review Committee on Education in Diagnostic Medical Sonography (JRCDMS)

30. Required Licenses/Certifications • Active certification by the American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonography (ARDMS) in specialty(ies) as appropriate • Current compliance with Continuing Medical Education (CME) requirements set forth by the ARDMS ( currently 30 CME’s per rolling triennium)

31. ARDMS Registries and Specialties • Registered Diagnostic Medical Sonographer (RDMS) with specialties offered in Abdomen, Ob/Gyn, Musculoskeletal Pediatrics and Breast • Registered Diagnostic Cardiac Sonographer (RDCS) with specialties offered in Adult, Pediatric and Fetal Echocardiography • Registered Vascular Technologist (RVT)

32. Sonographers can provide their services at: • Hospitals • Outpatient clinics • Physician's offices • Research facilities • Or may become: • Independent contractors • Application or Sales specialists for equipment manufacturers • Educators or consultants

33. Employment Outlook • According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics , employment of Diagnostic Medical Sonographers is expected to grow by 23 percent between 2016 and 2026 • This percentage is much faster than the average for all occupations • As ultrasound technology evolves, it will become a more common method used to assist in diagnosing medical conditions, favored over more invasive procedures

34. Competitive Salaries Sonography Salary From the Bureau of Labor Statistics as of 2016 • median annual salary $69,650

35. DMS Program Requirements and Admission

36. Courses to Be Completed Before Making Application to The Sonography Program

37. Specialized Sonography courses begin in June • The DMS Associate in Science Degree is awarded upon completion of the two year course of study • Graduates are eligible to sit for the ARDMS Registries in Abdomen, Ob/Gyn and Adult Echocardiography

38. All students must have a minimum GPA of 2.5 to be eligible for admission • Admission is based on a point qualification system (there is no waiting list) • Once accepted: • Physical examination is required including immunizations • Student must complete certifications in areas such as CPR, TB/OSHA, etc. • Background checks and drug screening are also required

39. Admissions Point Qualification System

40. DMS Program Schedule

41. Why choose the Broward College Sonography Program? • 90 to 95% of BC students pass the ARDMS Registry examinations • 95 % of BC Sonography students that successfully pass their ARDMS Registry Examinations are working in the field

42. A few more good reasons… • Instructors with over 45 years combined Ultrasound experience • Small class size (18 students) • Comparably lower program cost • BC has graduated excellent Sonographers in our community for over 30 years • State of the art lab incorporates Phillips Envisor, GE’s LOGIQ P9 R3 and HD-11 scan stations as well as Vidmex and Ultrasim simulators • Comprehensive clinical training in Broward’s finest hospitals and clinics.

43. Check our website www.broward.edu/ultrasound for more information about the Diagnostic Medical Sonography program