Morehead State University is gearing up to host the Sonography Conference on May 15-16, 2026. This event promises two full days packed with hands-on learning and professional development tailored for sonography experts.
Attendees can earn 14 continuing education credits, with seven available each day. The conference will feature sessions led by industry experts, focusing on clinical practices, new technologies, career options, and well-being for professionals.
Highlights from Friday, May 15, 2026:
- 8 a.m. – Check-in and breakfast
- 8:30–9:30 a.m. – “Remember Your WHY: Tips to Combat Sonographer Burnout,” with Cyndi Peterson
- 9:30–11:30 a.m. – Multiple sessions by Dr. Jamil Elfarra, covering topics like markers of aneuploidy and common fetal anomalies
- 12:30–1:30 p.m. – Lunch and sponsor networking
- 1:30-4:30 p.m. – Sessions on the body’s response to sonography and AIUM standardized fetal heart views, with hands-on training available for later registrants
Highlights from Saturday, May 16, 2026:
- 8 a.m. – Check-in and breakfast
- 8:30–9:30 a.m. – “The Generational Gap: Understanding Generation Z,” led by Ashley Ragsdale
- 9:30-12:30 p.m. – Presentations by Kevin Duncan, focusing on liver elastography and career pathways for sonographers
- 12:30–1:30 p.m. – Lunch and sponsor networking
- 1:30-4:30 p.m. – Sessions on preoperative sonographic assessments and vascular sonography, including a segment on arteriovenous connections
Both days include lunch and opportunities to connect with sponsors. There’s also a limited-capacity hands-on training session on Friday. This extra training can help enhance skills in practical settings.
For more details, reach out to Assistant Professor Jennifer Clark at je.clark@moreheadstate.edu or call 606-783-2646. For general inquiries, email kh@moreheadstate.edu or call 606-783-2180.
According to a recent survey by the American Institute of Ultrasound in Medicine (AIUM), nearly 60% of sonographers report feeling overwhelmed at work. Conferences like this one not only provide valuable education but also address these feelings with sessions focused on professional wellness. Networking opportunities can also help combat feelings of isolation within the field.
This year’s conference is especially timely, as advancements in sonography and AI continue to reshape the field. As mentioned by Dr. Elfarra, understanding new technologies can dramatically improve diagnostic accuracy, making events like this essential for ongoing professional growth.
