Breast Ultrasound Course (Oct 23 - 24, 2026)

Breast Ultrasound Course is organized by Advanced Health Education Center (AHEC) and will be held from Jul 24 - 25, 2026 at Advanced Health Education Center, Houston, Texas, United States of America.

Description:
As breast ultrasound continues to expand in clinical importance, this comprehensive training bridges the gap between mammography and sonography for today’s imaging professionals. Designed for mammographers seeking to elevate their skill set, this course provides the foundation to confidently perform and interpret breast ultrasound examinations in both screening and diagnostic settings.

Participants will explore normal anatomy, physiology, and a range of pathologic conditions encountered in breast imaging. The course blends classroom learning with hands-on scanning sessions, giving attendees the opportunity to refine their technical technique and interpretive accuracy.

Interactive case studies bring real-world application to life, emphasizing correlation between mammographic and ultrasound findings, identification of ultrasound artifacts, and the performance of ultrasound-guided interventional procedures.

By the end of this course, attendees will have the knowledge and confidence to integrate breast ultrasound into their daily workflow - enhancing diagnostic accuracy, patient care, and professional value.

Objectives:
At the completion of this course, the learner will be able to:

• Describe the role of breast ultrasound as an adjunct to mammography in the evaluation of breast disease
• Identify and display appropriate normal anatomy and orientation in the ultrasound field of view
• Describe basic scanning protocols
• Correlate areas of suspicion on the ultrasound and mammogram
• Demonstrate a working knowledge of the equipment knobology
• Choose the correct transducer for the ultrasound examination
• Successfully complete a basic breast ultrasound examination following correct patient preparation and procedure protocols
• Identify breast ultrasound artifacts and methods utilized to reduce their occurrence
• Be able to identify sources and research reference materials for additional information on breast ultrasound

Course Topics:
Day 1

• History of Breast Ultrasound
• Anatomy and Terminology
• Physics and Instrumentation
• Normal Breast Tissue and Lesions
• Hands-On Scan Lab

Day 2

• Correlation of Mammography Images with Ultrasound Images
• Lymph Nodes and Malignant Lesions
• Breast Implants, Invasive Procedures and Post Surgery Breast
• Complimentary Imaging'
• QA and Accreditation
• Hands-on Scan Lab