To become a professional sonographer, one must go through proper training and imaging classes.  Sonography courses are not easy to go through. They require a lot of time and commitment. Before committing to getting sonography certification, one should make sure that it is something he or she wishes to do.  The responsibilities of the profession […]

It seems there’s talk about nurses every time you turn on the radio or TV. These discussions cover nursing roles, nurse pay, and healthcare worker shortages. So then, what is the nurse’s role? According to the International Council of Nurses, “Nursing, as an integral part of the healthcare system, encompasses the promotion of health, prevention […]

Every year in the U.S., May 6–12 is celebrated as National Nurses Week. Markedly, May 6 is National Nurses Day.1 Dedicated to recognizing the significant contributions made by nurses, the observance celebrates the work and sacrifices of these professionals. Chiefly, said commemoration also raises awareness about the vital role nurses play. In general, Nurses Week […]

“The history of sonography dates from the classic 1958 Lancet paper written by Ian Donald and his team from Glasgow.”1  The paper (Donald et al., 1958) by Ian Donald, John McVicar, and Tom Brown was titled “The Investigation of Abdominal Masses by Pulsed Ultrasound.”1 Moreover, it outlined an early ultrasound device and its workings. In […]

Pursuing a diagnostic medical sonography (DMS) education may result in an exciting career and enriching service life. Namely, a technologist might use their education to assist patients and physicians facing significant medical decisions. I.e., They may find the cause of abdominal pain and swelling. Or they may determine the presence of cysts. Best of all, […]

Diagnostic Medical Sonography (DMS) is a constantly advancing field. Moreover, training is required for those planning to work in this healthcare sector. You may ask yourself the following questions: “What type of training? In what areas? Types of courses?” What Type of Training? By and large, DMS programs are offered at colleges and universities. Such […]

“If you wanna be somebody, if you’re going to get somewhere, then you better wake up and pay attention.” Thus this line from a pop song infers there’s no such thing as overnight success. But, goals must be built. In truth, they must be built and rebuilt again. Whereas lifelong accomplishment isn’t arriving at a […]

Radiology involves the study of internal organ images within the human body. According to the Oxford Languages Dictionary, it is the science dealing with X-rays and other high-energy radiation, especially for diagnosing and treating disease.1 Before the advent of diagnostic imaging, only a patient’s death allowed doctors to study the body’s internal organs and structures […]

  Unquestionably, modern medicine has advanced many wonders. One such marvel is the diagnostic ultrasound. An ultrasound is a non-invasive diagnostic technique used to image inside the human body.1 What’s more, this procedure produces sound waves to form pictures of organs, tissues, and other structures.    One modern healthcare marvel is the ultrasound   Moreover, […]

Have you dreamed of jet-setting? With a nursing vocation, traveling to go-to destinations might be easier than you once thought. In fact, a nursing education could be your “passport” to destination locations you wouldn’t otherwise place in your travel plans. Stethoscope in one hand, suitcase in another, here are some things to look at as […]

  The Concord Campus Instructor of the Year Award for 2022 goes to Catherine Buettner (RN, MSN), didactic and clinical instructor. Joe Kheuasida, Concord campus interim director for Gurnick Academy, conferred the award for excellence in teaching and outstanding contributions on Tuesday, January 3, 2023. “Buettner has displayed the core values we expect from our […]

  Recently, a report on television highlighted nursing shortages in California. The news segment featured two state representatives backing a new bill to accelerate Registered Nursing (RN) programs.  State of the Florence Nightingale Profession In real-time, the shortages are far from what the ‘doctor ordered.’ By 2030, seven states are expected to have registered nursing […]