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SDMS 2022: Our 3 Biggest Takeaways
This year’s SDMS annual conference was a special one for BB Imaging. From some of our most popular swag yet to our first big unveiling of TeleScan™, it was a weekend to remember. We’d love to share our three biggest takeaways with you.
The Best CME and Learning Resources for Sonographers
The BB Imaging team takes continuous learning seriously. In fact, fostering a nurturing and learning-centric environment is one of our core values. We know a lot of you feel the same, so in the spirit of community, we’ve pulled together a list of our favorite learning resources. You’ll find links to educational articles, courses, events, CME credits, and more in this article.
5 Telehealth Benefits for Physicians
Telehealth is often touted as an upgrade for patients, but it has multiple benefits for physicians as well. This month on the blog, we’re discussing five of them.
Ultrasound Board Exams: Study Tips and Test Tricks
Ultrasound Board Exams: Study Tips and Test Tricks
As fellow sonographers, we know this career path is no joke. Competitive programs, tough coursework, and lots of clinical hours are big hurdles to overcome. And when all of that is over, there are… board exams.
Board exams are important milestones, and we know they can feel daunting, but you can approach them confidently. Here, we’ve gathered our best study tips, test tricks, and preparation strategies to help you get over the finish line.
Telemedicine, Rural Pregnancy, and Decreasing the Maternal Mortality Rate
The United States has a glaring health problem.
Among 11 developed countries, the U.S. has the highest maternal mortality rate. For every 100,000 U.S. births, 17 women die from complications related to pregnancy or childbirth—a rate that doubles that of most other high-income countries. The maternal mortality rate in the U.S. has been rising for more than 20 years, with rural communities experiencing some of the highest death tolls.
Our Best Advice for Graduating Sonographers
Happy graduation month! If you're part of the Class of 2022, your years as a student are coming to a close, but your days as a life-long learner in the sonography field have just begun. As you embark on your new career, check out all the things we wished someone would've told us when we were new graduates.
Sonography Mentorships: Benefits and Advice
Graduation season is quickly approaching, and a new class of sonographers will enter the workforce. It's a great time to build new relationships, and we're promoting a special kind of working relationship this month: mentorship. Did you know that both young professionals and senior sonographers gain a lot of benefits from mentorship? It's true! Head over to the blog to learn more and find our advice on making sonographer mentorships work.
Clinical Communication Tips for Sonographers
Your clinical communication skills can mean the difference between a positive patient experience and a negative one. If you've ever thought, "I just don't know what to say" then this blog is for you! Check out our four top tips for in-office patient communication—plus some bonus advice on speaking with physicians.
Digital Communication Tips for Dispersed Teams
As a dispersed and remote team, BB Imaging has always relied on digital communication to keep our team members connected, productive, and happy. So as the world continues to embrace remote work, we'd love to share the best practices we've learned for communicating effectively when using digital channels.
6 Steps to Setting a Professional Goal
If you’re anything like us, the beginning of a new year fills you with excitement, anticipation, and the sudden urge to organize everything. It also brings up that age-old question about personal resolutions... but what about your professional life? Could it also benefit from annual reflection? We think so! Be sure to check out our 6-step guide to help you set (and keep!) professional goals.
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.