Diagnostic Medical Sonography (Ultrasound) at BCHS
Message from the Chair of Diagnostic Medical Sonography:
Is a career in sonography for you? Try answering the following questions:
- Does your curiosity get the best of you?
- Do you like working independently?
- Are you self-motivated and directed?
- Do you like to analyze things?
If you answered YES then sonography may be for you. Diagnostic Medical Sonography (DMS) is commonly called ultrasound. This imaging profession combines the knowledge of anatomy, physiology, pathology, and the use of computerized technology to aid in the diagnoses of medical conditions.
Sonographers use sound waves to evaluate the human body anatomy and blood flow circulation. While performing a sonographic examination, sonographers use independent judgment to accurately image anatomy and differentiate between normal and pathological findings. As part of the health care team, sonographers work under the direct supervision of physicians. Sonographers will provide images like those below to help provide a physician with the information needed to provide a diagnosis for a patient.
Mitzi Roberts, MS, RT(R), RDMS, RDCS
Chair, Diagnostic Medical Sonography
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Why BCHS may be the College for You:
- Diagnostic Medical Sonography education has been offered by Baptist Memorial Health Care since 1986.
- We offer a bachelor's degree in health sciences (BHS) with a major in Diagnostic Medical Sonography that is accredited by the Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Programs through review of the Joint Review Committee on Education in Diagnostic Medical Sonography.
- BCHS sonography students spend 16–32 hours a week gaining clinical Diagnostic Medical Sonography experience in patient care settings throughout the Memphis Metropolitian area.
- Since 2004, an average of 98% of the sonography graduates have successfully earned credentials.