SDMS Annual Report 2024

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The Society of Diagnostic Medical Sonography (SDMS) remains steadfast in its commitment to advancing the field of diagnostic medical sonography and supporting sonographers. 2024 brought new opportunities and challenges, and we are proud of how our members, volunteers, and staff have responded with resilience, innovation, and a shared dedication to excellence in patient care.

The 2024 SDMS Annual Report highlights our accomplishments, growth, and the meaningful impact we continue to have across the sonography community. From advocacy efforts and education initiatives to technological advancements and expanding member services, we are excited to share the progress we've made and the vision we are building for the future. Together, we continue to shape the future of sonography.

• OUR MISSION •

• SDMS STRATEGIC PLAN •

Thank you to our Outgoing SDMS Board of Directors Member
Sharlette Anderson, MHS, RDMS, RVT, RDCS, FSDMS

• 2024 Awards and Medal Level Supporters •

• 2024 SDMS Board of Directors •

SDMS MEMBERSHIP

OVER

23,000

INDIVIDUAL AND ORGANIZATIONAL MEMBERS

The largest association of sonographers and sonography students in the world

$310,146

CHANGE IN NET ASSETS

Registered Specialty

ABDOMEN 44.8%

BREAST 12.7%

CARDIAC 13.1%

FETAL CARDIAC 2.4%

PEDIATRIC CARDIAC 1.4%

PEDIATRIC 0.3%

VASCULAR 29.7%

OB/GYN 41.9%

REACHING 44 COUNTRIES
ARGENTINA • AUSTRALIA • BAHAMAS • BANGLADESH • BARBADOS • BERMUDA • BRITISH VIRGIN ISLANDS • BULGARIA • CANADA • COLOMBIA • CONGO • CYPRUS • EGYPT • FRENCH ANTILLES • GERMANY • GHANA • GREAT BRITAIN • GUYANA • HONG KONG • INDIA • IRELAND • JAPAN • KENYA • MEXICO • MONTENEGRO • MONTSERRAT • NETHERLANDS ANTILLES • NICARAGUA • NIGERIA • NORWAY • PAKISTAN • PERU • QATAR • SAUDI ARABIA • SINGAPORE • SOUTH AFRICA • SOUTH KOREA • SWEDEN • TAIWAN • TRINIDAD AND TOBAGO • TURKEY • UNITED ARAB EMIRATES • UNITED KINGDOM • UNITED STATES

54% Hold
RDMS
Credential

27% Hold
RVT
Credential

12% Hold
RDCS
Credential

2% Hold
RCS
Credential

2% Hold
RVS
Credential

16% Hold
RT
Credential

81%

PRIMARY JOB FUNCTION: CLINICAL OR MANAGEMENT

88% Female
18 Years On Average Practicing Sonography
43% Hold Associate Degree
37% Hold Bachelor’s Degree

SDMS LEARNING

766,797

SDMS CME CREDITS AWARDED

Delivering Quality Education for the Sonography Community

770
FREE SDMS LEARNING ACTIVITIES AVAILABLE with SDMS membership (worth 462 SDMS CME credits)

188
ADDITIONAL SDMS CME CREDITS available through the SDMS Registry Review Series

413,938
SDMS CME CREDITS reported to ARDMS, ARRT, and CCI

As of December 31, 2024

2025 INITITATIVES

2025 Initiatives

Elevate Member Experience and Engagement: Expand volunteer pathways, enhance leadership development, and build strategic partnerships to deepen member connection and support.
Innovate Education and Access: Strengthen learning opportunities through new content development and quality enhancements and broaden access to resources to meet sonographers where they are.
Strengthen Communication and Brand Presence: Expand digital outreach and refine communication strategies to amplify the SDMS and sonographer voice, promote professional standards, and deepen meaningful engagement.
Advance Strategic and Operational Infrastructure: Enhance internal systems and organizational processes to support innovation, improve member and customer experiences, and enable future growth.

SDMS VOLUNTEERS

7320

HOURS VOLUNTEERED IN 2024

488

VOLUNTEERS

SDMS LIAISONS
attended sonography and imaging organizations' meetings

SDMS volunteers dedicated their time and expertise to initiatives that strengthened the sonography profession, including:

Guided and supported sonographers and students in developing leadership potential
Created in-depth educational content emphasizing clinical proficiency, procedural knowledge, and patient-focused care
Organized and coordinated events aimed at enhancing community engagement and professional development
Contributed to SDMS learning initiatives by developing resources that promote education and career advancement
Reviewed and validated CME provider materials to maintain high standards and up-to-date content
Facilitated recognition of outstanding achievements through evaluation of submissions for awards and competitions
Offered strategic input on budgeting decisions and financial policy planning
Tracked and responded to legislative developments affecting the sonography workforce and broader profession
Researched ergonomic challenges and health impacts associated with work-related musculoskeletal disorders (WRMSDs) in the sonography field
Revised the Code of Ethics for the Profession of Diagnostic Medical Sonography

Want to make a difference?

The SDMS is powered by the dedication and expertise of our volunteers. Whether you're interested in serving on the Board of Directors, contributing to committees and task forces, or participating in short-term projects, there’s a meaningful way for everyone to get involved. Make a difference and sign up to volunteer today.

sdms.org/volunteer

SDMS EVENTS

Held in the spring, the SDMS Virtual Conference is a travel-free, online-only learning experience that enables sonographers, sonography students, and physicians from around the world to network and learn. In addition to earning SDMS CME credits, the educational program provides attendees with knowledge and skills in new sonographic techniques, diagnostic accuracy, enhancements of sonographic instrumentation, and practice management strategies.

655 REGISTRANTS
6,400 SDMS CME CREDITS AWARDED
94% were satisfied with the quality of he conference sessions and speakers
98% were satisfied with the conference

The SDMS Annual Conference is designed for sonographers, sonography students, and physicians who use sonography in their practice setting. Held in the fall, the SDMS Annual Conference is designed to foster connections and learning and includes multiple opportunities to network and visit the exhibit hall. Attendees will earn SDMS CME credits while learning about new sonographic techniques, diagnostic accuracy, enhancements of sonographic instrumentation, and practice management strategies.