Australasian Sonographers Association

As sonographer burnout rises, mental health awareness is crucial. This “R U OK?” Day, we encourage you to check in and have a meaningful conversation with colleagues, family, or friends who might need support. You don’t need to be an expert - just a caring friend and a great listener.

A new Online Learning Module is now available, designed to help you understand stress, pressure, and burnout in the imaging world. This module will help you recognise these challenges and provide strategies to manage and overcome them effectively: https://loom.ly/t1l9iKQ

The program for the Adelaide Cardiac Masterclass is now available! Join us in person on Saturday 12 October 2024, with Ruth Ramm, for a day of live scanning demonstrations and coaching sessions in key areas of cardiac ultrasound. This interactive masterclass will cover a range of advanced topics.

Check out the program and book now to secure your spot! https://loom.ly/C6E_Aik

📖 This Sonography journal review article summarises the use of Artificial Intelligence across different areas of sonography; remote breast ultrasound and obstetric ultrasound in remote areas, melanoma, ultrafast blood flow, atherosclerosis of the carotid artery, and echocardiography.
https://loom.ly/iZDKntI

This September, Sonography celebrates its 10th year of publication with a special anniversary issue themed "Evolution of Sonography: Into the Future." Explore the latest on current technologies, sonography practices, and future trends, with articles on AI, elastography, and key topics on patient and self-care.

View the new issue here: https://loom.ly/rrbcz7E

This month, the ASA is excited to collaborate with BMUS (British Medical Ultrasound Soc), Society of Diagnostic Medical Sonography, and Sonography Canada - Échographie Canada, to offer shared resources to spotlight the importance of sonographer ergonomics. Find valuable resources, including journal articles, webinars, and more, on our website to help you significantly reduce the risk of work-related injuries and build a healthier, more sustainable career.

Access the resources here: https://loom.ly/-QFpSCY

This week is Women’s Health Week, and the theme ‘Your Voice. Your Choice’ is all about empowering women to advocate for their health. As experts in ultrasound, sonographers play a crucial role in providing accurate and timely information, helping women feel confident and in control of their health journey.

A new webinar is now available on the ASA website, highlighting the role ultrasound plays in women's health.

⏯️Watch now: https://loom.ly/BlC1hw0

📖 This study focussed on fetuses between 16 to 37 weeks gestation to formulate CSP width reference ranges and examined those above the 95th percentile and below the 5th percentile to see if there was an increased risk for neurodevelopmental delay. They found that the presence of a prenatally isolated wide or narrow CSP does not appear to increase the risk of neonatal neurodevelopmental delay. https://doi.org/10.1002/jum.16470

Happy Father’s Day! The connection between father and child is made even before birth. Sonographers play a vital role in helping fathers be part of the journey by letting them see their baby’s development up close, creating moments of excitement and bonding.

The Cardiac Masterclass is traveling to Adelaide on Saturday 12 October 2024! Join us for live scanning demonstrations and coaching sessions in key areas of cardiac ultrasound, led by Ruth Ramm, FASA. Due to the interactive nature of the masterclass, numbers are strictly limited. Registration is now OPEN, book now to secure your place! https://loom.ly/C6E_Aik

If you attended the ASA2024 Sydney Conference or purchased access to the recordings, you have until this Saturday 31 August, 2024 to catch up on any sessions you missed. Login to your OnAIR conference portal to view.

📖 This Sonography case report describes how using transperineal ultrasound imaging was able to differentiate faecal loading from a retrorectal mass, thus facilitating the diagnosis of a sacrococcygeal teratoma in a paediatric patient.
https://loom.ly/7e72_z4

Abstract submissions for the ASA2025 Melbourne Conference are open! Submitting an abstract for presentation at is a great opportunity to share your clinical experience, knowledge or research with your peers. Visit our website for more info and for helpful tips on how to apply: https://loom.ly/bW0RJ9g

VITAL PROJECT

📅 26 - 28 August 2024
🏝️ Location: Solomon Islands
🩺 Practical Ultrasound Program
🏥 RAB in conjunction with the National Referral Hospital Medical Imaging Department and Medical Oncology Unit.

👩‍⚕️ MEET OUR TEAM
Peggy Ngan
Patrick Nielsen

🌍 VITAL IN-COUNTRY PROGRAM
The RAB VITAL project focuses on practical training and mentorship in ultrasound, led by RAB volunteer sonographers. The program aims to share expertise, particularly in obstetric and gynecological (O&G) and breast ultrasound, to enhance patient outcomes and survival in developing nations.

🔍 RAB's Vision: Reducing knowledge gaps and enabling earlier detection of abnormalities for improved patient care and management.

🙏 Special Thanks to Our Partners: Siemens Healthineers, I-MED Radiology Network, Australasian Sonographers Association, Lumus Imaging, Sonic Healthcare Foundation, Australian Diagnostic Imaging Association.

👀 Stay Tuned: Get ready to be inspired by our team's impressive profile!

📖 This Sonography research study uses ultrasound measurements of the medial knee joint gap to investigate the clinical utility of two clinical stress tests used to test for knee stability.
https://loom.ly/CWp5d4o

In ASA’s new Educational Video, Assoc. Prof. Ann Quinton FASA, guides us through optimising Doppler imaging for fetal well-being assessment. Learn to enhance ultrasound settings, understand various pulsed Doppler tests, and identify abnormal doppler appearances. A valuable resource for sonographers in obstetric care! In partnership with Philips .

▶️Hit play now! https://loom.ly/mBS9j-E

Don't miss the upcoming online Fundamental Ultrasound Seminar on Saturday 7 September. Join our expert speakers for a day dedicated to the fundamentals of ultrasound, with a program specifically designed for students and recent graduates. Immerse yourself in a day of presentations on Breast and MSK ultrasound, ultrasound ergonomics and clinical records, and participate in interactive Q&A sessions on essential topics.

Register now! https://loom.ly/xvLgeCo

Join us online on Saturday 24 August for the Cardiac Ultrasound Seminar, featuring an outstanding lineup of nine expert speakers presenting on topics tailored for students and recent graduates looking to improve their cardiac ultrasound skills. The seminar will conclude with an extended Q&A session, ensuring that every question you have is answered. Don’t miss out and register now! https://loom.ly/mmk_Bzk

📖 This Sonography case demonstrates how acute myocardial infarction can mimic hypertropic cardiomyopathy, highlighting the transient nature of ventricular wall thickening during acute artery occlusion, and the complex interplay between acute coronary events, wall thickness dynamics, and subsequent functional change
https://loom.ly/exDax54

Great news for all ASA AMS members, the ASA Grants Program is now open! This is an excellent opportunity to pursue your research goals with up to A$40,000* available to support new research and clinical audit projects that contribute to the advancement of sonography practice, in partnership with Marsh Advantage Insurance. Apply by 5pm on 30 September 2024.

Apply now: https://loom.ly/D2G7_tM

The ASA is excited to recognise and support the next generation of talented sonographers with the 2024 Emerging Presenters Showcase! Are you a student or early-career sonographer in Australia or New Zealand? This is your chance to develop your presentation skills, demonstrate your knowledge and win incredible prizes! Applications are now OPEN! More info: https://loom.ly/G03-Ng8

Free RABitt Webinar - Ultrasound of the Placenta: How and Why
🗓️ Date: 15 August 2024
⏰ Time: 7:00 pm - 8:00 pm AEST

🔗 Register NOW to secure your spot:
https://buff.ly/3WtFR7R

Are you a sonographer or radiologist? A medical professional specializing in obstetrics, gynecology, fetal medicine, or ultrasound? Then this is a webinar you can't miss!

Join us for an insightful webinar presented by Associate Professor Ann Quinton from CQUniversity Sydney Australia and Senior Research Sonographer at Nepean Hospital, NSW Australia. Ann will share her expertise on placental ultrasound, covering essential techniques and diagnoses to enhance your clinical practice.

Key Learning Outcomes:
1.Diagnose Placenta Praevia: Learn techniques to assess placental position in the second and third trimesters.
2.Identify Risk Factors: Recognize risk factors for placenta accreta.
3.Diagnose Vasa Praevia: Understand how to recognize and diagnose vasa praevia.

🤝 Special Thanks to Our Partners: Siemens Healthineers, I-MED Radiology Network, Australasian Sonographers Association, Lumus Imaging, Sonic Healthcare Foundation, Australian Diagnostic Imaging Association

📖 This Sonography education article, which includes a CPD test, uses anatomic diagrams and ultrasound images to guide sonographers in evaluating pe**le haemodynamics in vasculogenic erectile dysfunction.
https://loom.ly/WZEsljA

ASA CEO, Tony Coles, made a special visit to QUT last week to introduce sonography students to the ASA, taking them through the benefits of membership and importance of belonging to their professional community. Thank you to all the students and faculty that attended and enjoyed networking over lunch

📖 This Sonography short case report demonstrates how the en face view of the pulmonary valve can be useful for cardiac sonographers when scanning adult patients with large body habitus.
https://loom.ly/S0f55jI