Society of Diagnostic Medical Sonography

Friday, September 25, 2026 | 9:00 am – 10:00 am
Location: Hanover F-G

Audience:  Sonographers who need guidance on MSK scanning 

Description:  This MSK hands-on workshop provides participants with practical training in diagnostic and interventional ultrasound examination of the shoulder. Attendees will develop proficiency in shoulder ultrasound scanning techniques and commonly performed ultrasound-guided procedures. The session also highlights common scanning pitfalls and key technical considerations to support accurate wrist evaluation. Includes both a presentation and hands on scanning.

• Acquire the key components for a diagnostic and interventional US examination protocol for the shoulder.
• Demonstrate proficiency in ultrasound skills required for shoulder diagnostics.
• Demonstrate proficiency in skills required for shoulder common ultrasound guided procedures.
• Be aware of scanning pitfalls and technique considerations for the diagnostic evaluation of the shoulder.

Presenter:
Nelson A. Hager, MD, MS, CAQSM
Uniformed Services University

CME Credits: 1.00 (MSK)

Friday, September 25, 2026 | 10:50 am – 11:50 am
Location: Hanover F-G

Audience:  Sonographers who need guidance on MSK scanning 

Description:  This MSK hands-on workshop provides participants with practical training in diagnostic and interventional ultrasound examination of the wrist. Attendees will develop proficiency in wrist ultrasound scanning techniques and commonly performed ultrasound-guided procedures. The session also highlights common scanning pitfalls and key technical considerations to support accurate wrist evaluation. Includes both a presentation and hands on scanning.

• Acquire the key components for a diagnostic and interventional US examination protocol for the wrist.
• Demonstrate proficiency in ultrasound skills required for wrist diagnostics.
• Demonstrate proficiency in skills required for wrist common ultrasound guided procedures.
• Be aware of scanning pitfalls and technique considerations for the diagnostic evaluation of the wrist.

Presenter:
Nelson A. Hager, MD, MS, CAQSM
Uniformed Services University

CME Credits: 1.00 (MSK)

Friday, September 25, 2026 | 3:10 pm – 5:00 pm
Location: Hanover F-G

Audience:  All attending sonographers interested in improving technique and scan protocols for appendix and hernia examinations.  

Description:  This presentation reviews the sonographic evaluation of the normal appendix and groin hernias, emphasizing scanning techniques, relevant anatomy, and imaging findings that improve diagnostic confidence. Participants will learn practical approaches for identifying the normal appendix, recognizing common groin hernias, and optimizing examination protocols to support accurate and efficient ultrasound assessments.

• Review the sonographic evaluation of the normal appendix and groin hernias, emphasizing scanning techniques, relevant anatomy, and imaging findings that improve diagnostic confidence.
• Learn practical approaches for identifying the normal appendix and recognize common groin hernias.
• Optimize examination protocols to support accurate and efficient ultrasound assessments.

Presenter:
Cindy G. Rapp, BS, FSDMS, FAIUM
Retired Sonographer

CME Credits: 2.00 (AB)