Diagnostic Medical Sonography - Lancaster General College of Nursing & Health Sciences

Diagnostic Medical Sonography from Lancaster General College of Nursing & Health Sciences is a Campus Certificate Medical Sonography and Ultrasound degree that prepares you for a Healthcare career. About Diagnostic Medical Sonography The field of diagnostic ultrasound or medical sonography utilizes high frequency sound waves to image and evaluate organs and soft tissue structures of the body. The diagnostic medical sonographer is a skilled person qualified by academic and clinical education to perform sonographic examinations under the supervision of a qualified physician. The sonographer will perform a variety of diagnostic examinations to include evaluations of the brain, abdomen, peripheral blood vessels and studies of the pregnant and non-pregnant female patient. The skilled sonographer has a unique and vital role in the diagnostic process and continues to offer many excellent opportunities for employment. Program Description Lancaster General College of Nursing and Health Sciences offers a diploma program in diagnostic medical sonography. Students receive theoretical and clinical instruction in all aspects of diagnostic ultrasound in preparation for entry-level positions as a diagnostic medical sonographers. The faculty of the Diagnostic Medical Sonography Program believes in the potential for the individual to grow in knowledge as well as in professional importance. It is our objective through this program to provide the opportunity, instruction and education to assist in this personal endeavor. We recognize the profession of diagnostic medical sonography as an integral part of the diagnostic medical team. We believe that through the practiced skills of the sonographer we assist both the patient and the physician in the accurate detection of disease. We therefore support and encourage individuals to enter this profession. We believe that education is a process of learning through a balance of didactic and clinical instruction which adequately prepares the individual equally for the registry examinations and for employment. Through the flexible design of our program, we strive to achieve this goal and take advantage of the full learning potential of each individual. Mission The mission of the program is to meet the needs of the healthcare community by providing qualified individuals to become competent diagnostic medical sonographers. Educational Outcomes It is the goal of the College's Diagnostic Medical Sonography Program and each of its clinical affiliates to provide all students with didactic and clinical education, to include hands-on practical scanning experience. Graduates will: Function as an integral part of the diagnostic medical imaging team, providing patient services efficiently and in a professional, sensitive manner. Incorporate concepts learned through classroom instruction and clinical practice, ensuring accurate, meaningful sonographic evaluations. Serve as a resource and an advocate for the use of ultrasound in medicine. Demonstrate a commitment to the professional role through life-long learning. View more details on Lancaster General College of Nursing & Health Sciences . Ask your questions and apply online for this program or find other related Medical Sonography and Ultrasound courses.