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AIUM Overview
The American Institute of Ultrasound in Medicine is a multidisciplinary association dedicated to advancing the safe and effective use of ultrasound in medicine through professional and public education, research, development of guidelines, and accreditation. The AIUM's membership consists of more than 7,200 physicians, sonographers, scientists, engineers, other health care providers, manufacturers of ultrasound equipment, and students.

Officers
The AIUM is directed by a Board of Governors and Executive Committee who are assisted by committees and a Council on Sections, representing many ultrasound specialties. View Officers

Official Statements
The AIUM provides formal position statements on relevant topics, including safety, training, and other ultrasound-related issues. View Statements

Practice Guidelines
The AIUM has published more than 20 Guidelines for the Performance of Ultrasound Examinations which include information on equipment, documentation, and guidelines for a sonographic examination. The AIUM has a long history of collaboration in guideline development with several related organizations including the American College of Radiology and the American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists. View Guidelines

Technical Standards
The AIUM Technical Standards Committee and Bioeffects Committee provide several publications on topics relating to ultrasound safety and bioeffects. View Standards

Membership Statistics

7,421	total members
818	international members representing 79 countries

(As of December 31, 2006)

Membership Interests

55% Obstetric Ultrasound 13% Gynecologic Ultrasound 29% General/Abdominal Ultrasound 17% Sonography 16% Cardiovascular Ultrasound 12% Pediatric Ultrasound 11% Interventional/Intraoperative Ultrasound

11% Emergency Ultrasound 10% Musculoskeletal Ultrasound 12% Fetal Echocardiography   8% Neurosonology 11% Basic Science and Instrumentation   4% High Frequency Clinical and Preclinical Imaging

(Members may identify more than one interest area.)

Annual Convention and Postgraduate Courses
Offering a multitude of continuing medical education opportunities for ultrasound professionals of all experience levels, the AIUM's Annual Convention is a convenient meeting place to share ideas, the latest research, new developments, and innovations in diagnostic ultrasound. Postgraduate courses offer participants the opportunity to refresh skills and attend conveniently located courses that provide state-of-the-art reviews of ultrasound applications. View CME Events

AIUM Publications and Other Media

Journal of Ultrasound in Medicine (JUM) | The AIUM's official journal, features research papers, case series, case reports, review articles, editorials, points/counterpoints, image presentations, CME opportunities, and letters to the editor. View JUM
Circulation: 9,000+ (JUM available online at www.jultrasoundmed.org)

Sound Waves | The AIUM's newsletter includes activities and news concerning the AIUM and the ultrasound community.

Special Topic (print, electronic) | The AIUM produces educational publications, CME video programs, and Podcasts for ultrasound professionals.


Media Contact
AIUM Public Relations
301-498-4100
publicrelations@aium.org