Ultrasound Section

Ultrasound is one of the fastest growing modalities for emergency physicians to use in patient care. Ultrasound imaging enhances the emergency provider’s ability to evaluate, diagnose and treat patients. Because ultrasound imaging is often time-dependent in the acutely ill or injured patient, Emergency physicians are in an ideal position to use this technology to advance patient care and safety. Focused ultrasound examinations provide immediate information and can answer specific questions about the patient’s physical condition.

Mission

To promote the concept of point of care ultrasound as a valuable tool in the diagnosis and management of patients in the acute care setting by collaborating with providers, health-care facilities and educational and regulatory bodies.

Objectives

To provide a forum for interested health-care providers to discuss issues related to point-of-care ultrasound.
To assist physicians and organizations in implementing good point-of-care ultrasound practices.
To promote and provide guidance for ultrasound related research activities.
To support the incorporation of ultrasound training in undergrad and postgrad medical education.
To promote high quality point-of-care ultrasound CME activities.
To serve as consultants to the Saudi Council for Health Specialties (SCHS) and other national bodies on issues related to point-of-care ultrasound.
To work with other professionals, entities and organizations that deal with ultrasound and diagnostic imaging.

Executive Board Members:

– Khaled Alrajhi FRCPc, RDMS (Chair)