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We are excited to welcome you to the ASA2025 Melbourne Conference Special Edition of Soundeffects News. This year marks the 31st Annual International Conference of the Australasian Sonographers Association, taking place in Melbourne from 13 to 15 June 2025. With the theme ‘Educate, Elevate, Celebrate’, ASA2025 is designed to inspire learning, advance professional development, and recognise the achievements of sonographers across the profession.
Melbourne, known for its vibrant culture and innovation, provides the perfect setting for a conference that brings together experts and practitioners from around the world. The program has been carefully curated to ensure a comprehensive educational experience, offering a diverse range of sessions that reflect the latest advancements in ultrasound technology and clinical practice.
This year’s program features over 170 lectures covering a broad spectrum of topics, ensuring there is something for every sonographer, regardless of speciality or experience level. In addition, 56 workshops will showcase live scanning demonstrations, allowing in-person attendees to observe expert techniques in real time and ask questions. For those looking to refine their practical skills, 10 masterclasses will provide in-depth, hands-on training in specialised areas of sonography. The ASA Arena panel discussions will return, facilitating interactive conversations on key issues facing the profession today and encouraging knowledge-sharing and collaboration among attendees.
We are excited to introduce several new initiatives this year. The SoundStage will bring TED-style presentations and live scanning sessions into the plenary hall, allowing all delegates to engage with expert speakers in an interactive and dynamic format. The new continuous professional program will run across all three days of the conference, covering vital aspects of professional practice, including a number of dedicated sessions on clinical supervision.
Attendees will also receive key updates on regulation, scope of practice, and emerging guidelines. Another exciting addition is Table Talks, a new crossover session format designed to encourage open discussions on critical topics such as adult and paediatric acute care and peer support through effective communication. These sessions will provide valuable insights from experts while fostering meaningful conversations among delegates.
For cardiac sonographers, a dedicated three-day cardiac program will explore the latest advancements and techniques in cardiac imaging, providing a unique opportunity to deepen expertise in this critical field.
Beyond the educational sessions, ASA2025 provides an invaluable platform for networking and professional connections. The Welcome Reception will offer a chance to meet colleagues from across Australia, New Zealand, and beyond, while the Gala Dinner will be a highlight of the event, celebrating excellence in sonography. The evening will include the presentation of the Awards of Excellence, the induction of new ASA Fellows, and the prestigious Pru Pratten Memorial Lifetime Achievement Award, honouring outstanding contributions to the ASA and the profession.
This conference would not be possible without the dedication of the volunteers, staff, and Program Committee, whose
hard work has shaped an event that will deliver exceptional value to all attendees. We also extend our sincere appreciation to our conference partners, particularly our Gold Conference Partners – Canon Medical, GE HealthCare, Philips, and Siemens Healthineers – whose support enables us to offer high quality workshops and sessions.
For all the details on ASA2025, including the full program, speaker profiles, and registration information, we encourage you to visit the conference website Whether you are attending in person or joining remotely, this year’s conference promises to be a rewarding experience filled with learning, inspiration, and celebration of the sonography profession. We look forward to welcoming you to Melbourne for an unforgettable event.
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Dr Riwa Meshaka
Consultant Paediatric Radiologist | Great Ormond Street Hospital for Children NHS Foundation Trust
PAEDIATRICS | UK
Dr Riwa Meshaka is a Consultant Radiologist at Great Ormond Street Hospital for Children NHS Foundation Trust in London. She has special interests in gastrointestinal, genitourinary, and oncological paediatric imaging, with research focusing on midgut malrotation and bowel imaging in paediatric inflammatory bowel disease.
At ASA2025 Melbourne, Dr Meshaka will share her expertise in paediatric ultrasound, discussing the challenges and rewards of imaging younger patients. In this interview, she reflects on her first visit to Australia, key skills for sonographers working with children, and strategies for making paediatric patients more comfortable during examinations.
What are you most looking forward to about visiting Melbourne and engaging with an Australasian audience?
I am so very excited about ASA and Melbourne! Having never been to Australia, I cannot wait to see what Melbourne has to offer and look forward to experiencing the vibrancy and culture of the city. I am a big foodie and love running, so I look forward to trying out some of the excellent eateries as well as finding time to pound the pavement, maybe even a trail or two! Many of my amazing sonographer friends trained in Australia, and ASA has been on my conference hit list for quite some time. I look forward to immersing myself in learning from the ASA community and growing my network of colleagues and friends with a common interest in ultrasound excellence.
Paediatric imaging presents unique challenges. What are the key skills or knowledge areas you believe sonographers must develop to excel in this field?
Paediatric ultrasound can certainly be challenging but also extremely rewarding. In many ways, babies and children are the perfect ultrasound candidates. Done well, ultrasound in children can not only make critical diagnoses but can avoid other lengthy, costly and radiation-burdening examinations. I think the most important skill in successful paediatric sonography is knowing how to talk to the child. Being able to understand and engage with the child in front of you, making them feel safe and comfortable, is half of the job. Getting to know some age-appropriate fan-favourites like Paw Patrol and Bluey, being au fait with a few major sports teams, and being effortlessly able to hold and help parents comfort a baby will all
go a long way. The technical aspect is getting to know the normal sonographic appearance of paediatric anatomy thoroughly enough to recognise abnormal when it comes your way, and this comes with regular and thoughtful practice. Getting quick at knobology can also help out in sticky situations with wriggly children!
What strategies or approaches do you recommend to make paediatric patients feel more comfortable during an examination?
Meeting children in the waiting room is really helpful at establishing an initial rapport and getting early engagement as you can see what they are playing with while waiting and use it as an ‘in’. Once in the room, I try to explain the test in a child-friendly way – ‘We’re going to put jelly on the belly to see what you had for breakfast’. I try to build a rapport with the parents; many children tend to relax if Mum and Dad are happy and talking. Stickers are incredibly helpful and I tend to give the child stickers before the examination – you want them to like you while they are in the department, not on the way home! IPads with music and videos can be helpful too, particularly for toddlers, who can be really difficult to engage. Taking the parents’ lead as to what the child likes is useful, as well as taking it slowly, trying not to rush the child before they are ready.
What aspects of paediatric ultrasound do you find the most rewarding?
Ultrasound is the best part of my job as a paediatric radiologist. I love being able to work with children and their families in trying to get the best possible diagnostic images to direct their clinical care. I value being able to see anatomy and pathology in such exquisite detail on ultrasound that no other modality can provide. I also thoroughly enjoy the problemsolving aspect and using a variety of tools and techniques to obtain key management-changing diagnostic images. I especially like successfully obtaining images in a challenging patient – it takes time and patience, but the prize is worth it, and the parents are often so grateful. I enjoy learning from our patients every day, with unexpected and sometimes inexplicable findings that trigger thought-provoking discussions with colleagues and the multidisciplinary team.
Explore Dr Riwa Meshaka’s ASA2025 Program
SESSION PRESENTATION
FRI 12:30 – 1:20pm Sound Stage: Paediatric bowel
FRI 1:30 – 2:20pm Table Talks: The acute paediatric abdomen
SAT 3:45 – 5:05pm Novel techniques in paediatric ultrasound
SUN 9:00 – 10:20am Paediatric inflammatory bowel disease
SUN 9:00 – 10:20am Gut malrotation
Jerome Boyle
Chief Sonographer | Imaging Associates
MUSCULOSKELETAL | AUS
Jerome Boyle is the Chief Sonographer for the Imaging Associates Group, leading a team of over 50 sonographers. Since beginning his career in 2011, he has developed a strong focus on quality-driven ultrasound that improves patient outcomes. While passionate about all aspects of ultrasound, he has a particular interest in obstetric and musculoskeletal (MSK) imaging.
Jerome has presented at local, state, and national conferences on a range of topics and recently conducted a three-day MSK ultrasound roadshow in Singapore for Philips. He has also contributed to international publications as an author and co-author of several peer-reviewed articles.
At ASA2025 Melbourne, Jerome will share his insights into the latest trends in MSK ultrasound, practical strategies for improving diagnostic accuracy, and the evolving role of technology in the field. In this interview, he discusses key advancements, common challenges, and what the future may hold for MSK sonographers.
You work at the forefront of MSK ultrasound. What key trends are shaping the future of the field?
With the advent of ultra-high-frequency transducers, sonographers can now explore anatomical structures with unprecedented detail using modern ultrasound systems. From submillimetre terminal nerves to subtle tears that are not visible on MRI, our spatial resolution has never been better. Moreover, innovative Doppler technologies have significantly elevated the sensitivity of ultrasound in detecting slow or weak blood flow in musculoskeletal disorders, allowing us to depict conditions earlier, such as rheumatoid.
And so, sonographers have become empowered by this harmonious balance between the most advanced technology the field has ever seen and the cumulative wealth of knowledge and research gleaned across decades of musculoskeletal imaging. It is an exhilarating time to be an MSK sonographer!
How can sonographers elevate their MSK scanning techniques to improve diagnostic accuracy?
In the words of Sir William Osler, ‘Listen to the patient, they are telling you the diagnosis’. Many referring clinicians are time-poor, and evidence would suggest that they often don’t have the full clinical picture before referring patients for imaging. It is imperative that sonographers spend several minutes at the beginning of any MSK examination assessing and prompting patients for clinically relevant information. Scanning without this clinical insight is like going to sea without a nautical chart. Be sure to adopt a clinician’s mindset and use the ultrasound instruments soundly and judiciously to extract the diagnosis from the patient.
Apt MSK scanning isn’t about just taking pictures or following rigid protocols. It’s about using your clinical acumen to make a diagnosis and then using the ultrasound system to confirm this diagnosis. It’s about sonographers who don’t operate like robots using another machine but, instead, approach each case in a tailored and considered manner and take personal ownership of their diagnostic work. It’s about sonographers who strive for excellence and go beyond the bare minimum.
In your experience, what are the most common pitfalls or challenges in MSK ultrasound?
We ‘pre-tension’ ligaments and tendons by isometrically loading them to pull collagen fibres taut to obtain exquisite B-mode images. However, this is a common pitfall in colour Doppler assessment as the tension often compresses neovessels in abnormal structures and reduces Doppler sensitivity. We must, therefore, assess tendon and ligament vascularity with the structure in a relaxed state.
Many sonographers use ‘sonopalpation’ whereby the transducer face is used to push on abnormal structures to elicit a pain response. I have grievances with this as you’re transmitting force over the 5–6 cm area that the transducer covers, and most musculoskeletal structures are far smaller than this (particularly sensory nerves!). The workaround for this is simple. Isolate the abnormal structure using the transducer and centre over it, place the index finger of your non-scanning hand concentrically beneath the transducer face, remove the transducer, and then push with your finger. This will give you a more targeted, controlled and accurate pain response over a much smaller area.
Sonographers are encouraged to push the envelope and extend the scope of any MSK examination. In doing so, we encounter many findings that are not normal but may be of negligible or no clinical significance. Sonographers must use their clinical judgment to filter these in the context of a patient’s presenting symptoms. Downplay findings of doubtful clinical significance and always ensure that you practise clinically relevant MSK ultrasound. Failure to provide the significance between sonographic findings and presenting clinical symptoms may lead to poor patient outcomes.
What do you think is the next big area of growth or innovation in MSK ultrasound?
Extending the scope of practice for sonographers within Australia and New Zealand to allow sonographer-administered ultrasound guided MSK injections. In a utopian world, there would be uniformity and standardisation in regulations to allow this across all states and territories.
Building on the foundation of structured reporting software and sonographer-generated reports, the next reporting innovation is interactive multimedia reporting. That is, digital reports that move away from traditional text-based reporting and offer the ability to embed media such as key images, hyperlinks or even voice messages for referring clinicians. The value added by these media-rich reports for MSK ultrasound and other facets of ultrasound is immense.
The buzzword in radiology is unequivocally ‘AI’ and it would be remiss of me not to acknowledge this. While none of us know what the AI landscape will look like for ultrasound in another decade or two, I think key technological innovations will involve augmenting and assisting sonographer workflow rather than replacing the human element. Watch this space!
Explore Jerome Boyle’s ASA2025 Program
SESSION PRESENTATION
FRI 12:30 – 2:20pm Crunch time diagnoses: pathology of the abdominal and chest wall
SAT 11:00am – 12:30pm Hip ultrasound – time to think zebras
SAT 1:45 – 2:45pm Workshop: Groin hernias
SUN 11:30am – 12:50pm Finger ultrasound – a gamut of acute pathologies
Dr Daniel Rolnik
Assoc Prof of Obstetrics and Gynaecology | Monash University OBSTETRICS | AUS
Daniel Rolnik is an Associate Professor of Obstetrics and Gynaecology at Monash University and Director of the Perinatal Care Centre at Monash Medical Centre. He completed his medical training and a master’s degree at the University of São Paulo, Brazil, before undertaking further research at King’s College Hospital and the Fetal Medicine Foundation in London, where he completed a Diploma in Fetal Medicine and a PhD.
Daniel has led significant research in obstetric ultrasound, including the ASPRE trial, a large-scale randomised study on the use of low-dose aspirin to prevent pre-eclampsia as part of a first-trimester screening program. He has published over 165 peer-reviewed scientific papers and recently completed a Master of Public Health degree in Epidemiology at Harvard University.
At ASA2025, Daniel will discuss advancements in pre-eclampsia screening, the evolving role of ultrasound in risk assessment, and the ways sonographers can contribute to improving early detection. In this interview, he shares insights on these topics, the value of professional conferences, and what led him to specialise in obstetrics.
Pre-eclampsia screening has evolved significantly in recent years. Where do we currently stand in terms of ultrasound’s role in risk assessment, and how can sonographers contribute to earlier and more accurate detection?
For many decades, the traditional approach to pre-eclampsia screening has been the use of risk-factor-based checklists, with a list of binary (yes/no) questions asked of all pregnant women. Women with one or more ‘major’ risk factors or two or more ‘moderate’ risk factors are considered high risk. Examples of risk factors are age > 35 years (yes/no), obesity (yes/no), kidney disease, etc. This approach is simple but also very simplistic. Needless to say, it does not work well. There is nothing magical that happens on the night a woman turns 35 that makes her suddenly become high risk, when yesterday she was low risk.
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We know, from large studies we have conducted, that such a simple approach only detects 30% of patients who will later develop pre-eclampsia. That is, 70% of women who end up developing pre-eclampsia have no risk factors, and are considered low risk by this method.
We also know that health professionals do not comply with this approach and with recommendations of pharmacological prevention with aspirin for women considered high risk. For example, in a large study we performed in England of almost 17,000 pregnancies, we found that only 23% of the women deemed high risk with this method were prescribed aspirin to prevent pre-eclampsia, when the national recommendations are to offer aspirin to all women at increased risk of pre-eclampsia.
A much more sophisticated and personalised way to assess risk is to use mathematical/statistical models that combine maternal characteristics and medical history with blood pressure measurements, Doppler ultrasound and blood biomarkers (placental growth factor) to estimate each woman’s individual risk of developing pre-eclampsia. This method, which is philosophically very similar to combined screening for fetal aneuploidy, allows us to provide each patient with their own risk estimate, such as 1 in 5 (20%, very high), 1 in 2,000 (0.05%, low), or 1 in 10,000 (0.01%, very low). This method treats all continuous predictors in a continuous fashion (rather than dichotomising these measurements at a certain threshold), and it detects 4 out of 5 (80%) women who will have pre-eclampsia requiring delivery before 37 weeks of pregnancy. Studies also suggest that with this method, > 95% of high-risk women receive the adequate prevention, suggesting much higher compliance of health professionals when a risk estimate is available. We also
know that prevention of pre-eclampsia with aspirin is much more effective when started before 16 weeks, so it is important to screen early (ideally at 11–14 weeks at the time of the first trimester nuchal translucency and anatomy scan).
Ultrasound plays a huge role in this model because the uterine artery Doppler at 11 to 14 weeks is a strong predictor of preeclampsia, and adequately trained ultrasound operators take no more than 30 seconds to obtain this measurement.
The most widely validated prediction model is that of the Fetal Medicine Foundation (FMF, UK), which has been shown to work well in many settings and is about to be implemented nationally in some European countries. It is freely available at the Fetal Medicine Foundation website and many ultrasound reporting systems, so there is no excuse not to use it.
What advancements in obstetric ultrasound are you most eager to share at ASA2025?
There have been many advances in ultrasound technology, imaging quality, knowledge of fetal anatomy and pregnancy physiology, and exciting research in fetal medicine in the last few decades.
I will be discussing the use of ultrasound for early prediction (and prevention) of pregnancy complications, early assessment of fetal anatomy at 11–14 weeks and even before 11 weeks, recent advances on non-invasive prenatal testing (NIPT or cell-free DNA testing), and the use of ultrasound in the labour ward to improve outcomes and safety of childbirth.
How do you think attending conferences like ASA2025 helps sonographers grow professionally?
Attending the ASA2025 will help sonographers stay up-to-date with recent advances in the field, see state-of-the-art imaging techniques, and hear from renowned world experts the latest research and their approach to the use of ultrasound in many areas that, ultimately, will help improve the care of our patients.
What inspired you to specialise in obstetrics?
This is a good question. Very early in medical school I realised that I was not very good with dealing with bad news, and often patient suffering also made me suffer personally.
This was a long time ago, but I can still remember vividly and I will never forget the first birth I attended. It is kind of magical, nature at its best and likely one of the most supreme moments anyone can witness.
Despite practising obstetrics for over 15 years, I still often find myself emotional and teary when delivering babies.
And although as a maternal-fetal medicine doctor I do have to deliver bad news often, obstetrics is good news and reassurance most of the time. Even when things go wrong, guiding patients through that difficult journey, and sometimes looking after them in the next pregnancy when things go well, can be very rewarding.
Explore Dr Daniel Rolnik’s ASA2025 Program
SESSION PRESENTATION
FRI 1:30 – 2:20pm Sound Stage: First trimester fetal heart and brain
FRI 3:00 – 4:50pm Pre-eclampsia screening – Where are we at?
SUN 9:00 – 10:20am NIPT: Wonders and pitfalls
SUN 11:30am – 12:50pm FGR – diagnosis, monitoring and management
Ian Schroen, AFASA
Senior Sonographer | I-MED Radiology
VASCULAR | AUS
Ian Schroen, AFASA, is a Senior Sonographer at I-MED Radiology with a career spanning radiography, vascular ultrasound, and corporate healthcare. Holding a Master of Medical Ultrasound, he is passionate about clinical imaging, research, and education. Ian has previously served as president of the Australasian Sonographers Association and is currently an associate lecturer at Monash University, where he teaches vascular ultrasound in the postgraduate ultrasound program.
At ASA2025, Ian will present on key advancements in vascular ultrasound, practical techniques for challenging cases, and the balance between specialisation and versatility in sonography. In
this interview, he shares insights on the evolving role of ultrasound in vascular imaging, professional development within the field, and what attendees can expect from his Renal Artery Duplex Masterclass.
What excites you most about connecting with fellow sonographers at the conference?
The annual conference is an amazing time to meet and reconnect with old friends. It’s great to share ideas, discuss workplace change and build a strong network. There is always a buzz that stays with you as you return to work with new ideas and renewed enthusiasm.
What are the biggest breakthroughs in vascular ultrasound that sonographers should be aware of?
I keep front of mind that ultrasound today is preprocedural imaging. Rarely, diagnostic angiography or CTA is performed to confirm diagnosis; therefore, duplex ultrasound is the key diagnostic platform on which surgeons make decisions on intervention and surgery.
In clinical advancements, I think we are seeing a shift with a clear differentiation in the imaging for arthrosclerosis due to diabetes rather than smoking or other causes. The diagnostic requirements for below-knee and below-ankle imaging are increasing with techniques such as pedal acceleration time (PAT).
What adjustments do you make in your technique when assessing patients with challenging conditions, such as those with obesity, oedema, or previous vascular interventions, to ensure optimal imaging?
I imagine every sonographer has a key list of modifications in technically challenging imaging situations. My suggestions would be: know your ultrasound system well and the features that aid in these imaging situations, such as transducers, increased sensitivity and penetration modes. Evaluate patient position and imaging window – patient positions such as decubitus for aorta imaging or positioned seated with legs dependent.
The debate between broad skills and focused expertise in sonography is ongoing. From your perspective, how can sonographers strike the right balance between specialising in a niche area and maintaining versatility in their careers?
Subspecialisation in clinical ultrasound can be valuable and rewarding; however, it can also lead to career limitations should circumstances or employment change. Many departments value skills and experience across the broad range of clinical examinations, especially in private radiology. Being a subspecialist or generalist requires the same self-motivation for learning, quality and skill development. This requires deliberate intention by the individual sonographer to ensure competence and confidence.
What is one key takeaway you would like sonographers to gain from your masterclass ‘Renal artery duplex: Diagnosis, techniques, and live scanning’?
Hoping this workshop will reduce the anxiety and technical barriers to this examination and present a step-by-step approach when difficulties are encountered.
Explore Ian Schroen’s ASA2025 Program
SESSION PRESENTATION
FRI 12:30 – 2:20pm Abdominal vascular compression syndromes, where and how
FRI 3:00 – 3:50pm Sound Stage: The challenges of mesenteric ischaemia from atherosclerosis to median arcuate syndrome
SAT 8:45 – 9:25am ASA Arena: Broad skills vs focused expertise: A sonography career debate
SAT 11:00 – 11:40am ASA Arena: Is the burden of sonography too great?
SUN 11:30am – 12:55pm Masterclass: Renal artery duplex: Diagnosis, techniques, and live scanning
Alison White, AFASA
Senior Lecturer and Program Director | Griffith University
PROFESSIONAL TOPICS & CARDIAC | AUS
Alison White is a Senior Lecturer and Program Director at Griffith University, with over 25 years of clinical experience as an accredited medical sonographer (cardiac). She has been actively involved in the education of cardiac scientists since 2010 through ASUM and the ASA and has led the Graduate Diploma of Clinical Physiology at Griffith University since 2012. Her contributions to education have been widely recognised, including a National Citation for Outstanding Contribution to Student Learning in 2017 and a Senior Fellowship of the Higher Education Academy in 2018. At ASA2025, Alison will explore key professional development topics, including communication strategies, reflective practice, and emotional resilience in sonography. In this interview, she discusses the challenges of communication in high pressure clinical settings, strategies for maintaining professional wellbeing, and the importance of strengths-based approaches to workplace interactions. She also shares her thoughts on the ASA2025 theme, ‘Educate, Elevate, Celebrate,’ and what attendees can expect from her upcoming presentations.
Communication is an essential skill in sonography, yet it often presents challenges in a high pressure clinical setting. From your experience, what are the most significant communication barriers sonographers face today, and how can they be addressed?
Sonographers represent a unique profession as they do not have the opportunity to create a therapeutic relationship in the way that other health professionals, such as doctors or nurses do, yet due to the complexity of the majority of the scanning protocols, sonographers are required to interact with patients for an extended period and often at vulnerable points in a patient’s healthcare journey. This uniqueness of extended periods of close contact with patients can present a challenge for sonographers: sonographers need to gain a patient’s trust in a short period while remaining professional and genuine in their communication style. Sonographers can communicate effectively with their patients by remaining mindful in the moment with their patients, recognising and acknowledging the specific needs and concerns of their patients and extending professional empathy. These factors support trust building with the patient as well as the patient feeling that they have been acknowledged and cared for by the sonographer.
In addition, sonographers are required to interact closely with a range of healthcare professionals, including referring and reporting physicians, nurses, department colleagues, and administration staff, who at times, due to the pressure of their own roles, may not respond in a conciliatory, respectful or understanding manner. Navigating the communication challenges in the healthcare team requires a high level of self-awareness from the sonographer of their communication style (and how they may need to upskill and consider alternative communication styles) combined with high levels of confliction resolution skills. Sonographers can communicate effectively with colleagues by remembering to enact mutual support through using open communication, which is non-judgmental, remaining open to receiving and acting upon feedback and being willing to view situations from the perspective of others. These factors aid to decrease aggression and improve collaboration in healthcare teams.
Emotional resilience is critical in a profession where sonographers often navigate high stress situations and emotional patient interactions. How can reflective practice help build resilience, and what steps can sonographers take to incorporate it into their daily routine?
Reflective practice incorporates the process of mindful agency, which is when a person is aware of their thoughts, feelings, values and actions and how these influence their behaviours and responses to situations. Reflective practice allows sonographers to be reflexive, to adapt to rapidly changing situations in a professional and respectful manner but also in a manner that is self-protective and positive for personal wellbeing. For reflection to be meaningful, it must be purposeful; automatic behaviours, underlying beliefs and assumptions should be evaluated and questioned for their usefulness/detriment in the workplace setting, and a key part of the reflective process involves considering how similar situations in the future can be approached more productively and beneficially.
Reflective practice can be incorporated into the daily routine of the sonographer. Self-care techniques such as taking the time in
between patients to refocus mentally through stretching, counting backwards while handwashing to ‘reset’ after an emotionally triggering patient interaction, keeping a personal notebook to jot down points of frustration and points of positivity which can be reviewed, evaluated and analysed at an appropriate time (end of day) are all strategies which can assist sonographers to focus their attention and build self-awareness. By being more self-aware and routinely practising self-care techniques, sonographers can build their capacity to manage emotionally triggering situations and adapt more positively and productively. All of which builds long-time resilience (remembering that resilience is a process of adapting in a productive way to challenging situations to enact behavioural flexibility to external demands).
Which of your upcoming presentations at ASA2025 are you most excited about?
I have five presentations that I am honoured to present this year at ASA2025. Of these presentations, I am most excited about my masterclass presentation on ‘Finding key strengths in yourself and others to promote effective communication’. This is the first time that the ASA has incorporated a masterclass in their professional topics stream, and I am incredibly grateful for the opportunity to present a masterclass on strengths-based communication skills. Workplace relationships can break down often because of a lack of understanding between individuals. Making the purposeful step of identifying your own key strengths and how they drive your behaviours (in both positive and negative ways) can allow you to, in turn, recognise and capitalise on the strengths of others. A strength-based approach to communication in the workplace can support growth and collaboration through appreciative inquiry, active listening and shifting the focus to what’s proactive and achievable to have a forward-looking (instead of a backward disciplinary) focus.
The theme for ASA2025 is ‘Educate, Elevate, Celebrate’. How does this align with your approach to professional development in sonography?
My approach to professional development as a sonographer is to seek strategies and opportunities to challenge myself to extend and expand my knowledge in order to review, refresh and renew my professional capabilities. The theme for ASA2025 of ‘Educate, Elevate, Celebrate’ aligns with my approach to continuing professional development; by expanding my knowledge through participating in lectures and poster presentations, elevating my approach to workplace practices through participating in hands-on learning and challenging my existing knowledge, and celebrating the strengths and nuances of the sonography profession through maintaining existing and creating new collegial relationships in the networking and social events. As sonographers, we are privileged as a group of professionals to have access to inspirational discussions, globally recognised speakers and access to the latest in technology from exhibitors all in one place at ASA2025 Melbourne. I can’t wait!
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SESSION PRESENTATION
FRI 12:30 – 2:20pm Building emotional resiliance to foster wellbeing by utilising reflective practice in the sonography workplace
FRI 4:00 – 4:50pm Considerations of communication challenges facing sonographers in Australia beyond 2024
SAT 11:00am – 12:30pm Intergenerational communication: the importance of bridging the gap into the clinical workplace
SAT 8:45 – 10:05am Being mindful in the moment: Keeping the focus on the patient
SUN 9:00 – 10:30am Masterclass: Finding key strengths in yourself and others to promote effective communication
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Dr Daren Gibson
Consultant Radiologist | Fiona Stanley Hospital GENERAL | AUS
Dr Daren Gibson is a Consultant Radiologist at Fiona Stanley Hospital with specialist interests in diagnostic ENT and musculoskeletal ultrasound and MRI. After completing a fellowship with Perth Radiological Clinic in 2007–2008, he gained six years of consultant experience in the UK before returning to Perth. He is also a Senior Clinical Lecturer at the University of Western Australia and an Adjunct Professor at Curtin Medical School.
His work focuses on integrated, equitable, patient-centred care, with particular interests in cochlear implants, ENT oncology, thyroid ablation, and salivary intervention. At ASA2025, Daren will discuss advancements in head and neck ultrasound, the evolving role of ultrasound in oncology, and the importance of collaboration between radiologists and sonographers. In this interview, he shares his thoughts on technological advancements, key influences in his career, and how strong partnerships in medical imaging drive better patient outcomes.
Head and neck ultrasound plays a crucial role in oncology diagnosis and management. From your perspective, what are the key advancements in ultrasound that are improving early detection and patient outcomes in head and neck cancers?
Good question! The spatial & textural resolution of images has continued to improve over recent periods, and healthy competition between providers of this technology makes it a vibrant, critical diagnostic tool!
What inspires you to continue pushing the boundaries of research and clinical practice in the field of head and neck oncology?
As a ‘hands-on’ radiologist, I have had good clinical mentors, and I have been fortunate to work in supportive, progressive departments, including Fiona Stanley Hospital. Any benefits or interventions made, we can pass on directly to our next patient.
Can you share a specific experience or case that has had a profound impact on your career?
Working as a registrar in the Hammersmith ultrasound department in the 2000s felt very inclusive without edifice or hierarchy. David Cosgrove, Martin Blomley, Chris Harvey & Adrain Lim … all very generous individuals.
From your perspective as a radiologist, what do you believe are the key factors in building a strong collaborative relationship between radiologists and sonographers?
Focused, mutually agreed leadership, as I witness daily in Gerard Miller and Marilyn Zelesco, with a shared intent around a few specific contemporary research problems, leads to loftier aspirations and tomorrow’s pursuits.
Explore Daren Gibson’s ASA2025 Program
SESSION PRESENTATION
SAT 1:45 – 3:05pm Head & neck oncology: clinical perspectives
SAT 1:45 – 3:05pm Salivary disorders: the role of ultrasound
SAT 1:45 – 3:05pm The metabolic neck
SUN 11:30am – 12:55pm Masterclass: US neck with pathological correlates
Assoc Prof Stuart Moir
Clinical Cardiologist | Melbourne Heart Care CARDIAC | AUS
Associate Professor Stuart Moir is a Clinical Cardiologist and Non-invasive Imaging Specialist at Melbourne Heart Care with expertise in echocardiography (TTE, stress, TOE, contrast echocardiography), cardiac CT, and cardiac MRI. After completing his cardiology training and an echocardiography fellowship at MonashHeart in 2002, he undertook a PhD at the University of Queensland, focusing on contrast echocardiography in cardiac disease diagnosis and treatment. His research has been published in leading international journals, and he has presented at national and international conferences, earning recognition for his contributions to cardiac imaging.
Stuart has trained in cardiac CT in San Francisco and completed a cardiac MRI fellowship in London. He is currently the Lead Cardiologist for the cardiac MRI service at MonashHeart. At ASA2025, he will discuss the evolving role of sonographers in detecting heart failure, the future of cardiovascular disease prevention, and the impact of mentorship in cardiology. In this interview, he reflects on his journey in the field, his hopes for the future of cardiac imaging, and the legacy he aims to leave in patient care and education.
With advancements in echocardiography technology and imaging techniques, how has the role of sonographers evolved in the early detection and management of heart failure?
Sonographers have always played an integral role in the detection of cardiac dysfunction through echocardiography. Recent advances in imaging techniques like strain may enable detection
of myocardial dysfunction at an earlier stage, which is clinically important, especially in patients who require routine surveillance imaging (e.g. valvular heart disease and chemotherapy).
Given the increasing prevalence of cardiovascular disease worldwide, what do you think are the most critical areas for improvement in both prevention and treatment?
In terms of prevention, I think obesity management in the Western world is crucial – and perhaps moving from classifying obesity based on BMI to waist circumference will be important because central adiposity is more metabolically active and, therefore, likely more involved in the development of CVD compared to peripheral adiposity.
Following on from this, therapies to treat obesity are already showing promise as agents to reduce the risk of CV disease.
What inspired you to pursue cardiology, and how has your passion for the field evolved over the years?
Even in my early years of medical school, I was always fascinated with the heart. Later, when working as a cardiology resident, I was truly inspired to do cardiology by the teaching I received from a senior cardiologist called John BoxalI, whom I worked with closely. I also loved the mix of work in cardiology, with some of the week spent consulting with patients and some of the week spent doing something else (procedures or reporting investigations). Once I started cardiology training, it was the enthusiastic teaching of another John (Gelman) who inspired me to pursue cardiac imaging as a subspeciality.
What do you hope your legacy in cardiology will be, both in terms of patient care and contributions to the field?
I’m not sure about a legacy. I hope my patients will remember me as interested, empathic and mostly accurate when it came to evaluating and treating their clinical problems. In terms of contributions to the field, I’m not really sure. My journey as a cardiologist was triggered by the passionate teaching I received when I was a junior doctor, and I strive to emulate my mentors. I hope that someone out there may have chosen to pursue cardiology or imaging as their speciality because of my own teaching. I guess that would be a contribution to the field.
Explore Assoc Prof Stuart Moir’s ASA2025 Program
SESSION PRESENTATION
FRI 12:30 – 2:20pm Features of advanced heart failure on echocardiography
SAT 1:45 – 3:05pm An echocardiographic evaluation in a patient with acute chest pain
SAT 1:45 – 3:05pm Live scanning: Important windows in stress echocardiography
SUN 11:30am – 12:50pm Lessons learnt about echocardiography from CT and MRI
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Dr Alexandra Stanislavsky
Deputy Head of Women’s Imaging | Monash Medical Centre
GYNAECOLOGY & BREAST | AUS
Dr Alexandra Stanislavsky is the Deputy Head of Women’s Imaging at Monash Medical Centre and a Consultant Radiologist with Monash Health and Monash BreastScreen. After graduating from Melbourne University in 2004, she completed her radiology training and an MRI Fellowship at the Alfred Hospital in Melbourne, followed by additional fellowships in women’s imaging at the Royal Women’s Hospital and in breast imaging with BreastScreen.
Alongside her clinical work, Alexandra is actively involved in medical education. She has been an editor with Radiopaedia. org since 2010 and serves as an associate editor for the Australian Journal of Ultrasound in Medicine (AJUM).
At ASA2025, Alexandra will discuss key innovations in gynaecological and breast ultrasound, the evolving role of sonographers in breast imaging, and the importance of balancing diagnostic precision with patient care. In this interview, she shares her insights on these topics and the most rewarding aspects of working in women’s imaging.
What are the biggest innovations in gynaecological and breast ultrasound that you will be highlighting at ASA2025?
I would say that rather than focusing on innovation, I hope to help develop depth of understanding. To invite my audience to think beyond the protocols and processes and consider why we do or label things in a particular way. To empower the sonographers with the skills to integrate multimodality imaging and clinical knowledge in a way that bolsters their practice.
What is the most rewarding part of working in women’s imaging?
For me, it is easily the interpersonal aspects of my job. In this role, I am often out of my seat and speaking with patients, sonographers, radiographers, nurses and clinicians. I get to be mostly the radiologist but also a little bit of a counsellor, clinician, sonographer, and proceduralist. And I get to work with women who might be feeling vulnerable or anxious about a procedure or scan that they are having and help them to feel reassured and understood.
My favourite words to hear from a patient at the end of a procedure are: ‘Is that all?’
How do you approach the delicate balance between providing thorough diagnostic imaging and being empathetic to patients who may be anxious or worried about their results?
When I was in university, I once sat in a lecture on ‘giving bad news’. I don’t remember the name of the lecturer or even what his main job was, but I think about it a lot. You must be doing something right as a teacher if someone is still hanging on to your words half a century later.
It started like this ... First of all, sit down. You may be frantically busy with all your other work, but while you are in the room with your patient, make them feel like you have all the time in the world. Even if it’s just for five minutes, give your time and your attention fully.
Remember that your patients aren’t patients. They are people who feel they have no business being patients. Everything else will follow.
Breast imaging is increasingly becoming a multimodality approach. How can sonographers enhance their role in breast ultrasound, and what are the key advantages of integrating ultrasound with other imaging techniques?
This is an excellent question. I look forward to answering exactly this in my talk on multimodality breast imaging. See you there!
Explore Dr Alexandra Stanislavsky’s Program
SESSION PRESENTATION
FRI 12:30 – 2:30pm Mullerian duct anomalies: diagnosis and clinical implications
SAT 8:45 – 10:05am Multi-modality breast imaging for the sonographer
SAT 11:00am – 12:30pm The pelvic ultrasound blind spot: imaging of the cervix in a non-gravid patient
SAT 3:45 – 5:05pm Assessment of adnexal masses: an update and refresher
Professor Carlo Martinoli
Professor of Radiology & Head of Emergency Radiology Unit | University Hospital of Genoa MUSKULOSKELETAL | Italy
Professor Carlo Martinoli is an expert in musculoskeletal (MSK) ultrasound and Professor of Radiology at the University of Genoa, where he also serves as Head of the Emergency Radiology Unit. With over 25 years of experience, he has contributed extensively to MSK imaging education and research, publishing more than 322 peer-reviewed papers. His textbook, Ultrasound of the Musculoskeletal System (2007), is widely used in the field.
Explore Prof Carlo Martinoli’s ASA2025 Program
SESSION PRESENTATION
FRI 12:30 – 1:20pm Workshop: Anterior abdominal hernias: a look at fascial architecture and aponeurotic passageways
FRI 4:00 – 4:50pm Workshop: Understanding the nerves of the forearm and wrist: key pathologies and ultrasound insights
SAT 11:00 – 11:40am Workshop: Exploring extensor and flexor systems of the wrist and hand
SAT 3:45 – 4:25pm Workshop: High-resolution ultrasound for precision imaging of the fingers
SUN 11:30am – 12:55pm Masterclass: Ankle
Professor Asma Khalil
Professor of Obstetrics and Maternal Fetal Medicine | St George’s Hospital, University of London
OBSTETRICS | UK
Professor Asma Khalil is a Professor of Fetal Medicine at St George’s Hospital, University of London, and a leading expert in obstetric ultrasound. She serves as the Obstetric Lead at the National Maternity and Perinatal Audit (NMPA) and has published over 500 peer-reviewed papers on twin pregnancy, congenital infections, fetal growth restriction, and hypertensive disorders in pregnancy. She has contributed to key clinical guidelines, including those from ISUOG and FIGO, and was a member of the NICE Guideline Committee for Twin and Multiple Pregnancy.
Explore Prof Asma Khalil’s ASA2025 Program
SESSION PRESENTATION
FRI 3:00 – 4:50pm Diagnostic dilemmas in T1 – (Bumps, hydropic and other features)
SAT 8:45 – 9:45am Workshop: How to perform fetal neurosonography
SAT | 2:35 – 3:15pm Workshop: Third trimester fetal surveillance
SAT 3:45 – 5:05pm Fetal neurosonography MDT simulation
SUN | 9:00 – 10:20am Should we implement multiple pregnancy growth charts?
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Shaping the Future of Sonography: Inside the ASA2025 Conference Program
ASA2025 is set to be a dynamic and engaging conference, bringing together sonographers from across Australasia and beyond. With the theme ‘Educate, Elevate, Celebrate’, the program has been designed to inspire learning, highlight innovations, and recognise the contributions of sonographers to healthcare. The ASA Professional Development team shares how they curated a diverse program that balances technical advancements, professional development, and emerging trends in ultrasound. They also discuss new additions to the conference, including the SoundStage, Table Talks and the three-day Professional Topics program, and how ASA2025 continues to evolve to meet the needs of the profession.
The theme for ASA2025 is ‘Educate, Elevate, Celebrate’. How did this theme influence the selection of keynote speakers and topics for this year’s conference?
We chose keynote speakers who are not only experts in their fields but also passionate educators who can elevate the practice of sonography. Topics were selected to ensure that attendees were inspired and informed. We want to celebrate the knowledge shared, the latest technology on display, and advancements in our profession, but most importantly, we want to celebrate our amazing and dedicated sonographers.
Putting together a program for sonographers is no small feat. What were the key considerations when selecting topics and sessions for this year’s attendees?
When selecting topics and sessions for ASA2025, the key considerations included ensuring relevance, diversity and practical value. Along with the Program Committee, we aimed to choose topics that address current trends and areas of innovation to ensure that delegates leave with actionable knowledge and skills.
We also recognise that sonographers are professionals who require education in all aspects of practice. We are excited to highlight a continuous three-day professional stream, sponsored by IDX/Capital Radiology, that focuses on important aspects like communication skills, clinical supervision, and medico-legal aspects and provides an opportunity for key updates on regulation and standards of practice.
It was also important to provide a variety of session formats, including plenary lectures, workshops, masterclasses and panel discussions to accommodate different learning styles. Ultimately, the goal was to create an inclusive and dynamic learning environment that provides value to everyone, regardless of their background or level of expertise.
With rapid advancements in ultrasound technology and techniques, how did you ensure the program stays ahead of the curve and addresses future challenges in sonography?
To ensure the program stays ahead of the curve and addresses future challenges, we are closely monitoring the latest advancements in ultrasound and listening to our members’ needs. We prioritise incorporating emerging trends to ensure the program reflects the evolving field of sonography. Additionally, we sought feedback from professionals actively working in the field to identify potential gaps and evolving needs. By using a forward-thinking mindset and integrating innovative content, the program has been designed to leave delegates with the knowledge and skills needed to adapt to ongoing advancements and tackle future challenges in their practice.
How do you see the role of conferences like ASA2025 in bridging the gap between research and everyday clinical practice for sonographers?
Conferences like ASA2025 play a crucial role in translating research into practice. They provide a platform for researchers to share their findings and for sonographers to learn about the latest evidence-based practices. This exchange of knowledge helps bridge the gap and ensures that sonographers are equipped with the most current and effective techniques. With over 90 abstracts submitted this year, we have prioritised highlighting original research within the program.
Communication and emotional resilience are key themes in this year’s program. Why do you think these soft skills are becoming increasingly important for sonographers?
In today’s healthcare environment, technical skills alone are not enough. Effective communication and emotional resilience are essential for providing high quality patient care and for maintaining a healthy work-life balance. These skills help sonographers navigate complex interactions and manage the emotional demands of their work. We recognise that delegates are looking for education that informs all aspects of their working day. As the profession grows and the demand for service increases, our professionalism becomes increasingly important.
The Sound Stage is a new addition to ASA2025. Can you give delegates a preview of what to expect?
The Sound Stage will feature TED talk-style sessions with expert speakers and live scanning demonstrations. They will be held in the plenary hall, meaning no one will miss out on attending. We will use technology to ensure all delegates have a bird’s eye view of our expert, including the live scanning. It’s designed to be an engaging and immersive experience.
How do you ensure the conference program continues to evolve and stay relevant each year?
To keep the program relevant, we continuously seek feedback from attendees and stay informed about the latest developments in the field. We listen to feedback from previous conferences and are always striving to innovate and adapt the program. This year will have many new aspects on offer and increased capacity in all workshop spaces.
What feedback or insights from past conferences most influenced the direction of ASA2025’s program?
Feedback from past conferences highlighted the need for more interactive and practical sessions. Attendees also expressed a desire for more content on all aspects of professional development and soft skills. These insights shaped our decision to include workshops with greater capacity and improved technology, hands-on sessions, and a focus on communication, clinical supervision, and emotional resilience.
With speakers from diverse fields and international backgrounds, how do you think this diversity enriches the conference experience for attendees?
The diversity of speakers from various fields and international backgrounds significantly enriches the conference experience by offering broader perspectives and a wealth of knowledge. Having diverse viewpoints often challenges conventional thinking and encourages sonographers to consider new approaches. The variety and diversity of speakers also create networking opportunities and collaboration at a national and international level, connecting professionals who share the same interests and passions. As the largest conference for sonographers in the world, ASA embraces the diverse knowledge and opinions from all who attend.
For those new to the profession or attending their first conference, what sessions or experiences at ASA2025 would you recommend as a must-attend?
For newcomers, I recommend taking the time to go through the program and plan your schedule. Stretch yourself to go and watch lectures on areas you would like to incorporate into your practice. There are presentations and workshops that cover all levels of expertise and across all areas of speciality. Our presenters are always willing to share their knowledge, so don’t be afraid to ask questions.
The Sound Stage sessions are also a must-see for their engaging format and expert insights. The ASA Arena sessions give you a chance to contribute to meaningful discussions on important topics. But most of all, embracing networking events is invaluable for building connections and learning from peers. If you have ever wondered how many sonographers can fill a dance floor, the Gala Dinner is the place to be.
ASA2025 MELBOURNE CONFERENCE
The success of ASA2025 would not be possible without the dedication and expertise of the Program Committee, a team of highly experienced sonographers who have volunteered their time to shape an outstanding conference program. Their collective knowledge and commitment ensure that the program is diverse, relevant, and reflective of the latest advancements in ultrasound.
We sincerely thank each committee member for their time, effort, and passion in bringing ASA2025 to life.
ASA2025 Melbourne Program Committee Members
Cardiac:
Chee Liew
Damien Noll
General:
Jane Keating
Paula King
Marilyn Zelesco
Vascular:
Ian Schroen, AFASA
Peter Coombs, FASA
Gregory Curry, AFASA
MSK:
Andrew Grant
Angela Farley, AFASA
Professional Topics:
Angela Farley, AFASA
Frauke Lever, FASA
Paediatric:
Margaret Condon
Women’s Health:
Sree Kenche
Frauke Lever, FASA
Margaret Condon
Peter Coombs, FASA
EAC Representative
Jane Keating
Volunteer Coordinator
Saba Harrington
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PROGRAM DAY 1 – FRIDAY 13 JUNE 2025
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PM Non-ovarian torsion: When the adnexa twists
Ms Charlotte Harman
Pre-IVF pelvic ultrasound
Mrs Sally Barry
1.40–1.50
Ms Suean Pascoe
A career framework for medical and cardiac sonographers: Positive and negative impacts
A/Prof Ann Quinton
Sonographer burnout – how to manage each day
Mr Rob McGregor
Colour Doppler verses Power Doppler – are you using the right tool for the job?
Mrs Carolyn Garlick
Using contrast enhanced ultrasound to diagnose EVAR endoleaks
Mr Matthew Le
Non-aortic abdominal aneurysms
Mr Heath Edwards
Ultrasound-based diagnosis of musculoskeletal pathology using artificial intelligence and deep learning
Mrs Lisa McGuire
Neck ultrasound
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Dr James Anstey
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PROGRAM DAY 2 – SATURDAY 14 JUNE 2025
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Dr LuFee Wong
Subtle signs of deep infiltrating endometriosis
Dr Mathew Leonardi
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Mrs Catherine Robinson
Dr Natasha Luk
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Enhancing accessibility: Evaluating the integration and demand for sign language (BSL) in ultrasound
Mr Saraaz Khalil
Being mindful in the moment: Keeping the focus on the patient
Mrs Alison White
Delivering the undeliverables
Ms Margaret Condon Mrs Amelia Jones
Exploring breast implants: A beginner’s approach to ultrasound imaging
Ms Iwona Lipski
Shear wave elastography of the breast in triple negative breast cancer Mrs Natalie Clements
The augmented breast
Mr Michael Foster-Greenwood
New technologies, elastography, contrast, AI and more
Mr Michael Foster-Greenwood
Quantifying fetal heart measurements Dr Srinidhi Rao Post op RCR standardised protocol
Intra- and inter-rater reliability of fetal ultrasound abdominal circumference measurement methods in the third trimester
Dr Kate Russo
To image or not to image. A legal view of whether archiving of fetal heart images should be standardised at the 20-week screening scan
Ms Helen Payne
Advanced shoulder ultrasound glenohumeral ligament/adhesive capsulitis
Ms Sumi Shrestha Taylor
Mrs Carla Elliot
Ms Lisa Hackett
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Supervising trainee sonographers: Ensuring competency and consistency
Mr Tony Forshaw
PROGRAM DAY 2 – SATURDAY 14 JUNE 2024
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2.05–2.15
2.15–2.25
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Ms Kalnisha Appavoo-Juhasz Sonographer
2.25–2.35 PM The GOOSE framework in action: Deliberate practice strategies for ultrasound educators
2.35–2.45 PM Placenta accreta spectrum disorders
Dr LuFee Wong
Ms Suean Pascoe
Developing the right clinical environment for training sonographers
Dr Sandra O’Hara
The effect of using write-zoom for volume flow measurements in haemodialysis fistulas
Ms Nikki Kong
Abdomen ultrasound of coeliac compression syndrome and superior mesenteric artery syndrome
Mr Ming Tan
2.45–2.55 PM Health moderators in
Ultrasound assessment of axillary lymph nodes in breast cancer diagnosis
Mr Ian Schroen
Daren Gibson
Salivary disorders: the role Dr Daren Gibson
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