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Five Things on an Ultrasound Provider’s Christmas List
It’s that time of year, and we at BB Imaging have been busy putting the final touches on our Christmas list. The best part? There’s some stuff for you on it.
The Innovative History of Ultrasound
Happy Ultrasound Awareness Month! This month is dedicated to recognizing and appreciating ultrasound technology and the sonographers who wield it. In honor of the occasion, we’ve pulled together a timeline of the history of this increasingly vital imaging modality and explored the depths of innovation in this exciting field.
The Ultimate Gift Guide for Sonographers
It’s the holiday season, and there’s no better time of year to say “thank you” to the special people in our lives. And if some of your special people are sonographers, we’ve got you covered with the ultimate gift list! Here are a few ideas from stocking stuffers to the perfect presents for any holiday occasion.
Sonographer Review of Ultrasound Equipment
When you are purchasing sonography equipment for your business, you invest in a tool that helps make life-changing medical decisions, so the quality of the machine is of utmost importance. You want to make sure the equipment you purchase provides quality resolution, advanced penetration, enhanced Dopplers (both color and pulsed-wave), and user-friendliness. With so many options on the market, it is tough to decide which machine is right for your business.
Why Diversity in Healthcare is Important
To provide the highest standard of care to people across all socioeconomic classes, education levels, religions, and races it is necessary to create a culturally competent workforce of health care professionals. It is especially beneficial in the healthcare industry to intentionally create and promote a diverse workforce and this is why….
Stay Healthy, Stay Positive...with a Staycation.
Healthcare workers are the definition of essential personnel. Working hard in this industry is a given but performing at your peak without a break isn’t sustainable, it also makes things less enjoyable.
Taking time off, even for “just” a staycation is a good thing to do for your patients, and your employer, but most importantly, it’s a good thing for you.
In Service of Women
The World Health Organization estimates that 1 in 3 women experience physical or sexual violence at some time in their lives, making it the most widespread but least reported human rights abuse. Because of the predominance of women in our company and in our field, we can infer that one fourth to one-third of our team has experienced or is experiencing some type of abuse perpetrated by an intimate partner.
Happy Anniversary! BB Imaging Turns 15!
It’s a big deal for a business to pass the decade and a half mark, and in honor of BB Imaging and Consulting’s 15th anniversary, we sat down with co-founders Blanca Lesmes and Ben Buentipo to talk about their vision for the future, and the secret behind their success.
Gift Guide for Sonographers
Are you looking for a way to say “thank you” to those special people in our lives. Friends, family, and our work team including the doctors, nurses, and administrative staff… but what about the sonographers? They are an important part of the healthcare ecosystem and deserve to be recognized for all of their work. So, what is the best gift for the sonographer in your life?
We’ve created a few ideas to help make your gift-giving easier.
Medical Ultrasound Awareness Month
Medical Ultrasound Awareness Month is an annual event intended to bring attention to the benefits of medical ultrasound, and highlight its value in the healthcare system.
Most of the general public is aware of the importance of ultrasound imaging in pregnancy, but many people lack familiarity with the uses of sonography for other diagnostic purposes, like vascular imaging or 3D or 4D sonography. Sharing information and educating people on the various uses of medical ultrasound can serve a double purpose; it can heighten comfort with procedures when they’re recommended by a family doctor or specialist, and it may also afford an opportunity for ultrasound professionals to take pride in the very important work that they do.
Join us at the 2019 SDMS Annual Conference!
The SDMS is a great opportunity to meet other sonographers who are following their passion for ultrasound. Check this out for more information on exhibitors and attendee information.