(Sunday, 4/8/2018) 8:00 AM - 10:00 AM
Room: Marquis Ballroom 1-4
Ultrasound quietly remains the most commonly used modality in diagnostic radiology. The goal of this session is to highlight innovations in ultrasound instrumentation and discuss the responsibility of the medical physicist in diagnostic ultrasound. An overview of current scanner capabilities and QA issues and requirements will be presented. Perspectives on the medical physics' current role in quality assurance and what it can be in the future will be shared.
Learning Objectives:
1. Describe the components of a ultrasound quality assurance program
2. Examine the procedures and requirements for ultrasound equipment quality control
3. Recognize the role of the medical physicist in diagnostic ultrasound
Funding Support, Disclosures, and Conflict of Interest: Glen McLaughlin is an employee of Mindray medical systems.
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