Sound Waves Mastery: Elevating Ultrasound Skills for Sonographers, OB/GYN Residents, and MFM Fellows
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1.75 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™ ...OVERVIEW
Sound Waves Mastery: Elevating Ultrasound Skills for Sonographers, OB/GYN Residents, and MFM Fellows is organized by American Institute of Ultrasound in Medicine (AIUM).
Release Date: 07/17/2025
Expiration Date: 07/16/2028
Description:
Ultrasound education within OB/GYN residency and MFM fellowship programs lack consistent structure and uniform competency benchmarks. Fewer than 20% of OB/GYN residency programs report incorporating structured simulation. This gap is echoed in MFM fellowships, where procedural and fetal echocardiography competencies are inconsistently taught. In a 2020 consensus workshop, MFM educators highlighted gaps in structured feedback, technical skill assessment, and uniform expectations in image optimization and interpretation.
Additional education is needed for faculty development programs that equip educators and fellowship directors with the tools to teach, assess, and mentor learners effectively across a range of skill levels. Expert discussions from AIUM and SMFM forums have underscored the importance of integrated, team-based ultrasound training to improve both education and patient outcomes.
After watching this activity, participants should be able to:
- Apply systematic scanning techniques to improve image acquisition and diagnostic accuracy in obstetric and fetal ultrasound.
- Differentiate between foundational and advanced ultrasound competencies expected of sonographers, OB/GYN residents, and MFM fellows.
- Integrate evidence-based teaching strategies and feedback tools to enhance ultrasound training and interdisciplinary collaboration in clinical practice.
ACCREDITATION & CREDITS
AMA PRA Category 1 Credit(s)™
This activity has been planned and implemented in accordance with the accreditation requirements and policies of the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME). The AIUM is accredited by the ACCME to provide continuing medical education for physicians.
The AIUM designates this internet enduring material for a maximum of 1.75 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit(s)™. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.
AIUM Ultrasound Practice Accreditation
This activity can be used to meet part of relevant AIUM Training Guidelines and/or maintenance credits for accreditation purposes. Learn more about AIUM Ultrasound Practice Accreditation here.
ARRT Category A Credit
The AIUM is a Recognized Continuing Education Evaluation Mechanism (RCEEM) for the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT). The AIUM is the owner and sponsor of this activity. This activity is approved by the AIUM for 1.75 ARRT Category A credit. This CE activity may be available in multiple formats or from different CE sponsors. ARRT does not allow CE activities (e.g., Internet courses, home study programs, directed readings, live lectures) to be repeated for CE credit in the same CE biennium.
Additional Credit Information
American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonography (ARDMS). The ARDMS accepts AMA PRA Category 1 CME Credit(s)™.
Documenting CME Credits
All participants who pass the post-test with a score of at least 80% will have access to claim a CME certificate. The AIUM will submit credits to the ARDMS for active AIUM membership accounts with a valid ARDMS ID number. It is the participant’s responsibility to ensure credit accuracy and adherence to any audit requests.
TARGET AUDIENCE
PhysicianSonographerObstetrics and Gynecology PhysiciansRadiologistResidentsFellowsSPECIALITIES
SonographyObstetrics and Gynecology
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