As a result of the CADUCEUS relationship between ASUM and DUDS (Denmark), expressions of interest are invited from ASUM members as speakers for the Euroson 2010 Copenhagen Congress from 21 – 25 August 2010.

The names will be submitted by ASUM and it will be up to the Euroson Organising Committee to make the decisions based on session availability and the relevance in the program. We are looking at possibly 2 additional ASUM members to be part of this ASUM delegation.

If accepted, the level of support is limited to complimentary registration, invitations to social events and some accommodation support. All other expenses, including travel, will be at the invitee’s personal cost. The benefits of being accepted, other than the prestige of being an invited overseas speaker, include networking and peer connection, sharing and exchanging knowledge and ideas, giving something back to the ultrasound profession as a speaker, opportunities to be profiled in a European Congress, and may open doors locally and internationally for professional and career advancement in the future.

Please email your interest to the ASUM CEO carolinehong@asum.com.au with the following details:

• a)       A short biography and a full CV
• b)       Titles of 4-6 topics
• c)       Past local or international speaking experience

Certificate in Clinician Performed Ultrasound (CCPU) Neonatal - Congenital Heart Disease Workshop

We are providing you with another opportunity to enrol in our upcoming point of care workshop.

Where: Princess Margaret Hospital for Children, Perth, WA

When: Friday, 4th and Saturday 5th December 2009

 The workshop is aimed at neonatologists who have some experience of functional echocardiographic scanning. Priority will be given to those candidates who have completed the CCPU Level 1: Foundations to Neonatal Imaging – cranial, cardiac and abdominal module.

Attendance will be limited to 16. Places are still available.

 For registration details please follow the link: http://www.asum.com.au/site/files/CCPU/Dec09_neo_flyer.pdf

Memorial Service for Dr Susie Woodward

ASUM is greatly saddened by the passing of Dr Susie Woodward on Sunday 13 September. Dr Woodward was a member of ASUM since 1976. She served as President from 1996-1998 and on the Diploma of Diagnostic Ultrasound Board of Examiners from 1996 to 2009. She was awarded Life Membership in 2006.

A memorial Service for Dr Woodward will be held at the RACV City Club, 17th Floor, 501 Bourke Street, Melbourne from 3.00 pm to 5.30 pm on Saturday 10 October.

Renewal of 2009-2010 Membership

This is a reminder to all our valued members who have not renewed their membership for the year 2009/2010. Your membership for the year 2008/2009 expired on 30 June 2009. A reminder renewal notice has been mailed out to you. You may renew your membership online by clicking http://asum.eseries.hengesystems.com.au/scriptcontent/index.cfm

If you do not know your username and password, or have any questions or concerns regarding your membership, please feel free to contact the membership department via email to membership@asum.com.au

Donation to ASUM

ASUM thanks Prof John Harris, Dr George Kukawski, Mr Jeremy Ngoh and Mrs Kuljit Rani who have recently made donations for the support of ASUM’s educational, professional and research projects.

Post WFUMB 2009 Survey

This survey will close at COB on Thursday 15 October 2009, so if you have not already done so, please log on to http://www.youtellme.com.au/wfumb2009/ to complete the survey for an opportunity to win one of the many prizes.

WFUMB 2009 Merchandise

Please visit the ASUM website for more information on Abstract Books, Commenorative Pins, Jerseys, DVD Presentation and Congress Awards Photos which are available for purchase. Please follow the link to order the WFUMB 2009 merchandise:

Click Here for WFUMB2009

30 Sept - 3 Oct 2009

WFUMB 2009 Sydney World Medical Ultrasound Congress to be hosted by ASUM - Sydney Australia www.wfumb2009.com

Incorporating the 39th ASUM Annual Congress, the ASUM 2009 Multidisciplinary Ultrasound Workshop and the WFUMB-WINFOCUS Workshop

DDU Technical Seminar 2010, Brisbane

DMU Preparation Courses 2010, Brisbane

ASUM Multidisciplinary Workshops 2010 (MDW 2010), Brisbane

ASUM Annual O&G Symposium 2010, Brisbane

ASUM Annual Muscoskeletal Workshop 2010, Brisbane

20 Mar 2010

ASUM Annual Cardiac Workshop 2010, Brisbane

23 - 26 Sept 2010

ASUM Annual Scientific Congress 2010, Gold Coast

30 Sept - 3 Oct 2009

WFUMB 2009 Sydney World Medical Ultrasound Congress to be hosted by ASUM - Sydney Australia www.wfumb2009.com

Incorporating the 39th ASUM Annual Congress, the ASUM 2009 Multidisciplinary Ultrasound Workshop and the WFUMB-WINFOCUS Workshop

DDU Technical Seminar 2010, Brisbane

DMU Preparation Courses 2010, Brisbane

ASUM Multidisciplinary Workshops 2010 (MDW 2010), Brisbane

ASUM Annual O&G Symposium 2010, Brisbane

ASUM Annual Muscoskeletal Workshop 2010, Brisbane

20 Mar 2010

ASUM Annual Cardiac Workshop 2010, Brisbane

23 - 26 Sept 2010

ASUM Annual Scientific Congress 2010, Gold Coast

Thank you for your interest and your participation at the WFUMB 2009 Sydney World Medical Ultrasound Congress over 5 glorious sunny days at the beautiful Darling Harbour Sydney Convention and Exhibition Centre.

A record number of 2400 participants attended the congress from 70 countries. It is the biggest ultrasound congress ever hosted by ASUM, with a world class scientific program featuring all the Who's Who in ultrasound, state-of-the-art lectures, latest technology, first class trade exhibition, symposia, workshops, electronic posters, accompanying persons programs and social events with Australian entertainment, food, wine, dance and song.

We trust that those of you who attended the Congress have enjoyed and benefitted from the participation and your time in Sydney, achieving all your continuing education objectives and business outcomes, and had fun as well.

We would like to find out your opinions about the Congress and your stay in Sydney through a short survey, which should take you no more than 10-15 minutes to complete.

Please log on to complete the online survey to be in a draw for a lucky prize. http://www.youtellme.com.au/wfumb2009/

We are very grateful for your time and we would like to offer you the chance to go into a draw to win one of these prizes:

•         1 Free registration to next year's ASUM 2010 MDW Multidisciplinary ultrasound workshop
•         1 Free registration to next year's ASUM 2010 annual ultrasound congress
•         1 night's accommodation at the Hilton Sydney for two in a King Executive Room with Executive Lounge access (valid until 3rd August 2010)
•        A double pass for a Coffee Harbour Cruise on Captain Cook Cruises
•        A $200 Amazon.com voucher
•        A voucher for 2 Adults to do the Sydney Harbour Bridge Bridge Climb, valid Monday through Friday

WFUMB 2009 Important Benefits

The ASUM office has been receiving many positive feedback and post WFUMB 2009 congress questions.

WFUMB 2009 Merchandise orders

Please visit the ASUM website for more information on Abstract Books, Commenorative Pins, Jerseys, DVD Presentation and Congress Awards Photos which are available for purchase. Please follow the link to order the WFUMB 2009 merchandise: http://www.asum.com.au/site/WFUMB09.php?p=content-merchandise

WFUMB 2009 Electronic Posters – free

Post conference, delegates are able to signup for an ePresenter account and view the poster catalogue at their leisure. Link: https://wfumb2009.epresenter.com.au/delegate.ep

WFUMB 2009 Congress Highlights on Youtube.

This is a short congress highlights DVD which will remind you of the wonderful experience in Sydney over the 5 days of the congress. Log on to www.youtube.com.au/wfumb2009

WFUMB 2009 Congress Awards and Gala Dinner photos

Thanks to Zoom Production, they have agreed to host these photos online for a limited period in the event that some award recipients may wish to order the photos. Log on to http://www.zoomproductions.com.au/wfumbgaladinner/

WFUMB 2009 Facebook page comments

The WFUMB 2009 page is on Facebook – please feel free to post your photos and share your stories. Read what one participant wrote on facebook. He created a website of his experience.

WFUMB 2009 prize winners and congratulations

ASUM congratulates the winners and award recipients at the WFUMB 2009 congress. Details will be published in the next ASUM journal.

E- International Associate Membership of ASUM

All overseas delegates (outside Australia and NZ) who have participated at the WFUMB 2009 congress will be offered complimentary E-International Associate Membership until 30 June 2010, as our way of saying thank you for supporting ASUM and making the effort to travel to Sydney to attend the WFUMB 2009 congress. Overseas E- International Associate members, if eligible, can also apply to upgrade to relevant membership categories by emailing to membership@asum.com.au

What next in 2010?

Don’t miss our 2010 Australian and New Zealand events hosted by ASUM. Join ASUM in celebrating 40 years of ultrasound as a society in 2010! Log on to www.asum.com.au to keep updated.

Mark these dates in your diaries for your calendar to participate, register, submit an abstract, present, sponsor and exhibit.

17 - 21 Mar 2010

ASUM Multidisciplinary Ultrasound Workshops (MDW), Hilton Brisbane Australia
DMU Preparation Courses
DDU Technical Seminar 
Expressions of interest and enquiries : Email asum@asum.com.au

24 - 25 July 2010 

ASUM New Zealand Ultrasound meeting, Queenstown New Zealand
Expressions of interest and enquiries : Email asum@asum.com.au

23 – 26 Sept 2010

Gold Coast Qld
ASUM Annual Ultrasound Congress - celebrating 40 years of Ultrasound
Expressions of interest and information : Email carolinehong@asum.com.au

You are invited to attend the

 ASUM SA BRANCH
MUSCULOSKELETAL LIVE SCANNING WORKSHOP 2009 

When: Saturday, 31st October 2009

Time: 8:15 am – 1:00 pm

Venue: Royal Adelaide Hospital, Eleanor Harrald Building (adjacent Frome Road), Level 2, Adelaide SA 5000

Facilitated by some of Adelaide’s most respected MSK ultrasound practitioners including:

•         Dr Neil Simmons
•         Mr Sean Mc Peake
•         Ms Sue Farnan
•         Mr Andrew Spurrier
•         Mr Ben Gobbie
•         Dr Steve Zadow.

Please follow the link to see the registration flyer:
http://www.asum.com.au/site/files/meet_SA_MSK2009.pdf

16 – 22 Mar 2010

DMU Preparation Course

Thank you for your interest and your participation at the WFUMB 2009 Sydney World Medical Ultrasound Congress over 5 glorious sunny days at the beautiful Darling Harbour Sydney Convention and Exhibition Centre.

A record number of 2400 participants attended the congress from 70 countries. It is the biggest ultrasound congress ever hosted by ASUM, with a world class scientific program featuring all the Who's Who in ultrasound, state-of-the-art lectures, the latest technology, first class trade exhibition, symposia, workshops, electronic posters, accompanying persons programs and social events with Australian entertainment, food, wine, dance and song.

We trust that those of you who attended the Congress have enjoyed and benefitted from the participation and your time in Sydney.

We would like to find out your opinions about the Congress and your stay in Sydney through a short survey, which should take you no more than 10-15 minutes to complete.

Please log on to complete the online survey to be in a draw for a lucky prize. http://www.youtellme.com.au/wfumb2009/

We are very grateful for your time and we would like to offer you the chance to go into a draw to win one of these prizes:

•          1 Free registration to next year's ASUM 2010 MDW Multidisciplinary ultrasound workshop
•          1 Free registration to next year's ASUM 2010 annual ultrasound congress
•          1 night's accommodation at the Hilton Sydney for two in a King Executive Room with Executive Lounge access (valid until 3rd August 2010)
•          A double pass for a Coffee Harbour Cruise on Captain Cook Cruises
•          A $200 Amazon.com voucher
•          A voucher for 2 Adults to do the Sydney Harbour Bridge Bridge Climb, valid Monday through Friday

PROF ROB GIBSON                          PROF RON BENZIE           DR CAROLINE HONG

WFUMB 2009 Congress Convenor       ASUM President                ASUM Chief Executive Officer

ASUM is the Host society for the WFUMB 2009 Sydney Congress from 30 August to 3 September

More than 2000 participants from 70 countries will be coming together in Sydney for WFUMB 2009, making it the biggest medical ultrasound congress to be held anywhere in the world during 2009. It is not too late to join them.

Early registration will be available on Saturday 29 August from 14:00hrs to 18:00hrs at the Sydney Convention and Exhibition Centre in Darling Harbour.

Day One of WFUMB 2009 commences on Sunday 30 August 2009 at 08:00 hrs with the Philips Symposium on the latest on Volumetric Ultrasound.

You can still register onsite for 1 day, 2 days, 3 days or 5 days or, if you are an ASUM member, you can still get the member rates using your member ID card or by visiting the ASUM Booth.

World Congress social function tickets are still available until sold out. These events are also open to guests and friends of World Congress participants. You can email info@wfumb2009.com to book your group tickets for onsite collection. The events include the:

• Opening Ceremony on Sunday 30 August at 6:00 pm sharp (Doors open 5.45pm) at Bayside Auditorium
• Congress Awards and Gala Dinner on Wednesday 2 Sept at 7:30 pm at Parkside Ballroom

Gather a few colleagues to book a company table, a year reunion table or a society table. The RANZCR has just done that in support of ASUM.

The Symposiums are of a world class standard. You can attend, Volumetric Ultrasound, Microbubble Enhanced Ultrasound, New Advances in Abdominal Ultrasound, New Advances in Breast Ultrasound, New Applications of Ultrasound systems and many more. For a complete list go to www.asum.com.au/open/tmp/WFUMB09symposia.pdf

Make sure you attend the Symposia on the same day that you are registered to attend the World Congress.

CME Points

The WFUMB 2009 World Medical Ultrasound Congress is accredited for CME/CPD points for ASUM MOSIPP, RANZCR, RANZCOG, ARDMS and EACCME. For details go to www.asum.com.au

Some early highlights include:

2117 participants have registered

700 responses to Call for abstracts

176 invited speakers

85 international faculty

998 proffered papers

197 scientific sessions

138 Oral presentations

98 concurrent sessions

522 posters

100+ workshop sessions

10 symposia

4 plenary lectures

32 Exhibitors, local and international

4 Major sponsors and 10 other and supporting sponsors

One generous donation of $4,500 from Dr Harley Roberts for 3 doctors from Vietnam to attend the congress. These doctors will remember this congress experience for a life time.

Tell your friends and colleagues about this World Congress and help make this the most exciting and successful ultrasound congress for everyone who is directly or indirectly involved in ultrasound.

Please pass on the link www.wfumb2009.com

Let’s share the unique Australian and Sydney experience of staging a world class ultrasound congress.

Affordable Qantas flights for WFUMB 2009 Congress

There has never been a better time to be in Sydney. Hotel prices are the most affordable ever and Qantas are offering affordable flights for conference delegates. Please follow the link for booking: http://www.qantas.com.au/content/dyn/conference/umbAug09

WFUMB 2009 Congress Accredited by EACCME

The WFUMB 2009 Congress has been accredited by the European Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (EACCME).  Delegates of the WFUMB 2009 Congress can obtain a maximum of up to 27 European CME credits (ECMEC’s). Each medical specialist should claim only those credits that he/she actually spent in the educational activity. The EACCME is an institution of the European Union of Medical Specialists (UEMS), www.uems.net . ECMEC’s are recognized by the American Medical Association towards the Physician’s Recognition Award (PRA). To convert ECMEC’s credit to AMA PRA category I credit, please contact the AMA.

30 Aug to 3 Sept 09

WFUMB 2009 Sydney World Medical Ultrasound Congress to be hosted by ASUM - Sydney Australia www.wfumb2009.com

Incorporating the 39th ASUM Annual Congress, the ASUM 2009 Multidisciplinary Ultrasound Workshop and the WFUMB-WINFOCUS Workshop

If you still haven’t registered, there is still time.

Register online NOW and win a quintessential Sydney prize:  

•        FREE Bridgeclimb pass experience for the first 10 to register online
•        FREE Captain Cook Cruise (double pass) for the next 20 to register online

This is a limited offer and you need to register for 2 days of the conference or more to qualify.

The Congress promises to be “the best ever” and to date there are:

•          More than  2000 registrants from all around the world
•          More than 170 invited speakers bringing the most recent developments in ultrasound
•          More than 300 proffered presentations representing the latest research
•          Live scanning workshops and point of care sessions
•          Comprehensive trade display – the most recent and wide-ranging for our industry

There has never been a better time to be in Sydney. Hotel prices are the most affordable ever and Qantas are offering affordable flights for conference delegates.

Short of time? You can register for 2 or 3 days only. If you are already and ASUM member, you can register at members rates on www.asum.com.au with member login ID.

We also have a limited number of specials to give away onsite to a few lucky ASUM members. Limited free workshops will be given away at the ASUM booth in Hall 6 based on availability to ASUM members.

For more information on speakers, exhibitors and to register go to www.wfumb2009.com  

We are now only 2 weeks away from delivery of the most exciting project ASUM has been involved in: host to the WFUMB 2009 Sydney World Medical Ultrasound Congress to be held at the Sydney Convention and Exhibition Centre from Sunday 30th August to Thursday 3 September.

Early registration will be available on Saturday 29 August from 14:00hrs to 16:00hrs at the Sydney Convention and Exhibition Centre in Darling Harbour.

Day One of WFUMB 2009 commences on Sunday 30 August 2009 at 08:00 hrs with the Philips Symposium on the latest on Volumetric Ultrasound.

About 2000 participants from 70 countries will be coming together in Sydney for WFUMB 2009, making it the biggest medical ultrasound congress to be held anywhere in the world during 2009.

You can still register online www.wfumb2009.com for 1 day, 2 days, 3 days or 5 days or, if you are an ASUM member, you can still get the member rates using your member ID via the ASUM website www.asum.com.au

World Congress social function tickets are still available for sale. These events are also open to guests and friends of World Congress participants. You can email info@wfumb2009.com to book your group tickets for onsite collection. The events include the:

• Opening Ceremony on Sunday 30 August at 6:00 pm
• Congress Awards and Gala Dinner on Wednesday 2 Sept at 7:30 pm

The Symposiums are of a world class standard. You can attend, Volumetric Ultrasound, Microbubble Enhanced Ultrasound, New Advances in Abdominal Ultrasound, New Advances in Breast Ultrasound, New Applications of Ultrasound systems and many more. For a complete list go to www.asum.com.au/open/tmp/WFUMB09symposia.pdf

Make sure you attend the Symposia on the same day that you are registered to attend the World Congress.

CME Points

ASUM meets the requirements of the ARDMS Accepted Continuing Education Evaluation Model System (AACEEMS). Delegates are eligible for up to 30 ARDMS CME points dependent on their attendance and participation.

For ASUM members all CPD requirements may be met through participation in the WFUMB2009 program. Enquiries for membership and a form for authorising this transfer of information is available from ASUM on +612 9438 2078, asum@asum.com.au. More information on the website www.asum.com.au

Some early highlights include:

700 responses to Call for abstracts
176 invited speakers
85 international faculty
998 proffered papers
197 scientific sessions
138 Oral presentations
98 concurrent sessions
522 posters
100+ workshop sessions
9 symposia
4 plenary lectures
32 Exhibitors, local and international
4 Major sponsors and 10 other and supporting sponsors

One generous donation of $4,500 from Dr Harley Roberts for 3 doctors from Vietnam to attend the congress

Tell your friends and colleagues about this World Congress and help make this the most exciting and successful ultrasound congress for everyone who is directly or indirectly involved in ultrasound.

Please pass on the link www.wfumb2009.com

Let’s share the unique Australian and Sydney experience of staging a world class ultrasound congress.

30 Aug to 3 Sept 09

WFUMB 2009 Sydney World Medical Ultrasound Congress to be hosted by ASUM - Sydney Australia www.wfumb2009.com

Incorporating the 39th ASUM Annual Congress, the ASUM 2009 Multidisciplinary Ultrasound Workshop and the WFUMB-WINFOCUS Workshop

Have you checked out the WFUMB 2009 Program Timetable lately? Once you have seen it, you will definitely not want to miss out on this once in a life time opportunity to attend such a world class event right at our doorsteps in this part of the world. People travel from every where, more than 70 countries, to attend this event. Where else are you able to attend a world ultrasound congress so close to home? Don’t procrastinate! Close to 2000 people have already registered for the event.

An attractive social program awaits you. The Congress Opening, with Australian entertainment, will start at 6:00 pm to be followed by the Welcome Reception at the Exhibition Hall on Sunday 30 August 2009.

The Awards and Prizes will be announced and presented at the Congress Awards and Gala Dinner to be held at the Sydney Convention and Exhibition Centre on Wednesday 2 September 2009. If you are a finalist, don’t miss the award presentation ceremony. The evening will be followed by Australian entertainment, music, song and dance to celebrate the biggest and friendliest ultrasound congress in the world in 2009.

Members can still register at the Special Member Rate via the ASUM website www.asum.com.au with your member login ID. Do not "put off until tomorrow what you can do today" and do not think that there is anything that you really want to do that you cannot do today. There is no reason to wait. Make sure you register online now via the ASUM website to get the members rates today.

Close to 2000 people have already registered for the event. Pre-registered Delegates are advised to pick up their Registration Name Badge, Satchel and Program Book early to avoid long queues. The registration desk for the congress will be open:

Saturday 29 August             14:00 - 18:00
Sunday 30 August               07:30 - 18:00
Monday 31 August               07:30 - 17:00
Tuesday 1 Sept                   07:30 - 17:30
Wed 2 Sept                         07:30 - 17:30
Thursday 3 Sept                  08:00 - 15:00 

Please direct all enquiries to info@wfumb2009.com

More than 230 people have joined on Facebook as fans of the WFUMB 2009 page. All ongoing updates, useful information, tips and hints to make your congress experience more successful will be posted regularly on Facebook WFUMB 2009 page. It is free to join, so keep an open mind and log in now to Facebook to join as a Fan.

ASUM thanks the following members who have generously made donations for this year 2009-2010:

Dr Kylie Baker
Mrs Victoria Baumann
Dr Philip Colman
Dr Charles Hoy
Ms Katherine Karakalpakis
Dr David Lipp
Dr Kevin Mackley
Mrs Valda Mitchell
Dr Ailsa Morrison
Dr Angela Preda

30 Aug to 3 Sept 09

WFUMB 2009 Sydney World Medical Ultrasound Congress to be hosted by ASUM - Sydney Australia www.wfumb2009.com

Incorporating the 39th ASUM Annual Congress, the ASUM 2009 Multidisciplinary Ultrasound Workshop and the WFUMB-WINFOCUS Workshop

The WFUMB 2009 world medical ultrasound congress page is now live on Facebook! You are invited to join so that you can keep in touch with what is happening globally in the ultrasound professional community.

For those of you who already have a Facebook account, just type, ‘WFUMB2009’ in the search box and you will be just one click from being a fan.

If you are new to Facebook, you may be interested in joining this free web based service which encourages social professional networking and interaction. Facebook is designed to enable you to share information quickly with other persons regardless of where you live.

If you have an interest in WFUMB 2009, join Facebook and become a fan on the WFUMB 2009 Facebook page. Social networking is becoming an increasingly important career, business and professional tool in the current global situation as it allows people with similar interests and objectives from all around the world connect, communicate and interact with one another.

It only takes a few minutes to join Facebook.

Log onto www.facebook.com, and register.

Once you have joined Facebook, type “WFUMB2009” in the search box, and the WFUMB page will appear. From there you can read what other fans are writing, view information about the congress, take part in the discussion board topics, post a question, communicate with other speakers, delegates, exhibitors, researchers, ultrasound experts, and many more.

This page on Facebook has been set up to:

• 1)       encourage interaction amongst the people who are attending or presenting at the WFUMB 2009 congress.
• 2)       encourage interaction amongst people who are interested in ultrasound and the congress and who are unable to attend – you can still join in.
• 3)       encourage exchange of information which may be of interest to the participants of the congress and the ultrasound professional community.
• 4)       post questions or start a discussion topic relevant to the WFUMB 2009 congress.
• 5)       keep you informed about what is happening in the global ultrasound scene.
• 6)       allow all participants of the WFUMB 2009 congress, including exhibitors, sponsors, speakers, e-poster presenters, members of WFUMB, friends and colleagues, to interact, read, post relevant news and comment on the WFUMB 2009 congress.

ASUM is the host society for the WFUMB 2009 Sydney world medical ultrasound congress from 30 August to 3 September 2009. www.wfumb2009.com.

We are affiliated to the World Federation for Ultrasound in Medicine, WFUMB. Information about ASUM can be found on www.asum.com.au

30 Aug to 3 Sept 09

WFUMB 2009 Sydney World Medical Ultrasound Congress to be hosted by ASUM - Sydney Australia www.wfumb2009.com

Incorporating the 39th ASUM Annual Congress, the ASUM 2009 Multidisciplinary Ultrasound Workshop and the WFUMB-WINFOCUS Workshop

You are invited to attend
The Clinical Utility of Pelvic MRI, correlated with Ultrasound
Presented jointly by RANZCR and ASUM

 Thursday 16 July 2009

6.30pm food, 7.00pm start

Charles La Trobe Lecture Theatre, The Royal Melbourne Hospital 

Please follow the link to see the meeting flyer:
http://www.asum.com.au/open/tmp/meet_RANZCR_NZ_July09.pdf

30 Aug to 3 Sept 09

WFUMB 2009 Sydney World Medical Ultrasound Congress to be hosted by ASUM - Sydney Australia www.wfumb2009.com

Incorporating the 39th ASUM Annual Congress, the ASUM 2009 Multidisciplinary Ultrasound Workshop and the WFUMB-WINFOCUS Workshop

ASUM is holding its Diploma of Medical Ultrasonography (DMU) Written examinations on Saturday 25th July 2009 at the Women’s and Children’s Hospital, King William Road, North Adelaide.

We are in need of two volunteers who are able to help supervise the examinations. The volunteers will be required for 1 hour before the exams and until approximately half an hour after the exams finish to help the exams run smoothly by distributing and collecting exam papers and by watching over the students. Please note that you do not need to be an examiner to perform this role.

If you are able to kindly able to volunteer your services on 25th July 2009, please contact Rebecca Chant at the ASUM Head Office on 02 9438 2078 or via email on dmu@asum.com.au

26-27 Jun 09

CCPU Level 2 Neonatal Workshop

30 Aug to 3 Sept 09

WFUMB 2009 Sydney World Medical Ultrasound Congress to be hosted by ASUM - Sydney Australia www.wfumb2009.com

Incorporating the 39th ASUM Annual Congress, the ASUM 2009 Multidisciplinary Ultrasound Workshop and the WFUMB-WINFOCUS Workshop

7-8 Nov 09

ASUM in conjunction with The Early Pregnancy & Gynaecological Scanning Foundation - Theoretical Course 2009, Sydney

14-15 Nov 09

ASUM in conjunction with The Early Pregnancy & Gynaecological Scanning Foundation - Theoretical Course 2009, Melbourne

If you’re tired of banks that speak a different language and who seem to offer products that never quite make sense or fit with what you need, then think AMP Banking. They speak your language and offer you smarter solutions inspired by real world needs. As a member of the Australasian Society for Ultrasound in Medicine we’ve negotiated a special offer for you.

Great home loan solutions1

Save up to 0.75% OFF Classic Variable Rate loan and Line of Credit interest rate
Save 0.15% OFF Fixed Rate loans for loans from $250,000
Pay no Establishment Fee*, no Annual Fees and no Loan Increase Fee

PLUS… now you have the benefit of access to a range of competitive everyday and savings accounts, including the First Home Saver Account.

Contact AMP Banking today to find out just how easy banking can be.

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affinitybanking@amp.com.au
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Important information

1. Package benefits, including fee waivers and interest rate discounts are taken from AMP Banking’s Classic Variable and Fixed Interest rates and are current as at 21 May 2009. They are subject to change by AMP Banking at any time and without notice. Available only to current ASUM members for Fixed Rate loans from $250,000 and Classic Variable Rate loans greater than $100,000 and not available when switching from existing AMP Banking Home Loan products. Fees and charges are payable. Terms and Conditions available on request. The credit provider and product issuer is AMP Bank Limited ABN 15 081 596 009, trading as AMP Banking. Approval is subject to AMP Banking guidelines. AFSL No. 234517.

Only available to Permanent Residents of Australia or New Zealand. New Zealand borrowers must be living and working in Australia.

*Establishment Fee waived for loans with a loan to value ratio of 90% or less. Settlement Fee of $350 applies.

26-27 Jun 09

CCPU Level 2 Neonatal Workshop

30 Aug to 3 Sept 09

WFUMB 2009 Sydney World Medical Ultrasound Congress to be hosted by ASUM - Sydney Australia www.wfumb2009.com

Incorporating the 39th ASUM Annual Congress, the ASUM 2009 Multidisciplinary Ultrasound Workshop and the WFUMB-WINFOCUS Workshop

7-8 Nov 09

ASUM in conjunction with The Early Pregnancy & Gynaecological Scanning Foundation - Theoretical Course 2009, Sydney

14-15 Nov 09

ASUM in conjunction with The Early Pregnancy & Gynaecological Scanning Foundation - Theoretical Course 2009, Melbourne

We would like to draw your attention to the following proposals and work being undertaken by the Department of Heath and Ageing:

Broadening the scope of the Diagnostic Imaging Accreditation Scheme - Please follow the link to find the paper: http://www.health.gov.au/internet/main/publishing.nsf/Content/06ED30023354B8D7CA2575670021916A/$File/B%20-%20BROAD%20SCOPE%20APR%2009.pdf

Consultation Draft of 2nd Edition Practice Accreditation Standards - Please follow the link to find the paper:
http://www.health.gov.au/internet/main/publishing.nsf/Content/06ED30023354B8D7CA2575670021916A/$File/INFO%20PAPER%20-%20Draft%202nd%20Ed%20Stand-31May09.pdf

26-27 Jun 09

CCPU Level 2 Neonatal Workshop

30 Aug to 3 Sept 09

WFUMB 2009 Sydney World Medical Ultrasound Congress to be hosted by ASUM - Sydney Australia www.wfumb2009.com

Incorporating the 39th ASUM Annual Congress, the ASUM 2009 Multidisciplinary Ultrasound Workshop and the WFUMB-WINFOCUS Workshop

7-8 Nov 09

ASUM in conjunction with The Early Pregnancy & Gynaecological Scanning Foundation - Theoretical Course 2009, Sydney

14-15 Nov 09

ASUM in conjunction with The Early Pregnancy & Gynaecological Scanning Foundation - Theoretical Course 2009, Melbourne

Congratulations to Ms Xiao Rena Xu of New South Wales, the first winner of free registration to the WFUMB 2009 World Medical Ultrasound Congress. Two more draws will happen on the following dates:

            30 May 2009           All paid up members
            15 June 2009           All paid up members

To be eligible for the draws, please register for the congress and renew your membership online before the draw dates. To obtain all the benefits and discounts available to ASUM members, please process your registration and renewal on the member login at www.asum.com.au

This is a reminder to all our valued members that at the end of this financial year on 30 June 2009, all current membership with ASUM will lapse. The subscription renewal notices are being mailed out to all members. You will receive your notice shortly. In the meantime, you may renew your membership online by clicking http://asum.eseries.hengesystems.com.au/scriptcontent/index.cfm . If you do not know your username and password, or have any questions or concerns regarding your membership, please feel free to contact the membership department via email to membership@asum.com.au

EARLYBIRD RENEWALS – IF PAID BY 30 JUNE 2009

Medical/Scientific/Sonographer members
$352.00

Associate members
$275.00

Trainee members
$275.00

Retired members
$119.90

Corporate members
$1315.60

Corresponding ordinary members
$233.00

Corresponding associate members
$180.00

26-27 Jun 2009

CCPU Level 2 Neonatal Workshop

1 Jul 2009

25 Jul 2009

Aug 2009

DMU Part 2 Practical Examination Period

WFUMB 2009 Sydney World Medical Ultrasound Congress to be hosted by ASUM - Sydney Australia www.wfumb2009.com

Incorporating the 39th ASUM Annual Congress, the ASUM 2009 Multidisciplinary Ultrasound Workshop and the WFUMB-WINFOCUS Workshop

Sept 2009

DMU Part 2 Oral Examination Period

7 Nov 2009

DMU Part 1 Supplementary Written Examinations

7-8 Nov 2009

ASUM in conjunction with The Early Pregnancy & Gynaecological Scanning Foundation – Theoretical Course 2009, Sydney

14-15 Nov 2009

ASUM in conjunction with The Early Pregnancy & Gynaecological Scanning Foundation – Theoretical Course 2009, Melbourne

1 Dec 2009

DMU Part 1 & 2 applications open

ASUM Multidisciplinary Workshops 2010 (MDW 2010), Brisbane AustraliaDMU Preparation Courses 2010

17 Mar 2010

DDU Technical Seminar 2010

31 Mar 2010

DMU Part 1 & 2 applications close

Thankyou to everyone who offered their services as an examiner for DMU (Asia) from 25 to 29 May 2009. We appreciate your willingness to help at such a short notice. Thankfully this position has been filled.

We frequently require examiners for Kuala Lumpur. Are you happy for us to keep your name on this list? If so, please send us a CV.

We are seeking an examiner to conduct Practical and Oral examinations for DMU (Asia) from 26 to 30 October 2009. This is an honorary position. Your travel costs, accommodation costs and living expenses will be met by ASUM for the duration of the examination duties.

If you are interest in this position, or would like to be considered for any future DMU (Asia) opportunities, please send your CV to the ASUM office.

This is a broadcast email to all accredited DMU General Examiners.

26-27 Jun 09

CCPU Level 2 Neonatal Workshop

30 Aug to 3 Sept 09

WFUMB 2009 Sydney World Medical Ultrasound Congress to be hosted by ASUM - Sydney Australia www.wfumb2009.com

Incorporating the 39th ASUM Annual Congress, the ASUM 2009 Multidisciplinary Ultrasound Workshop and the WFUMB-WINFOCUS Workshop

7-8 Nov 09

ASUM in conjunction with The Early Pregnancy & Gynaecological Scanning Foundation - Theoretical Course 2009, Sydney

14-15 Nov 09

ASUM in conjunction with The Early Pregnancy & Gynaecological Scanning Foundation - Theoretical Course 2009, Melbourne

Further to our recent mailouts, we wish to invite you to attend 2 functions ASUM is holding in Hobart on the weekend of 28th and 29th March 2009.

On Saturday 28th the President, Prof Ron Benzie and Council of ASUM would like your company at a COCKTAIL RECEPTION from 6.00pm till 7.30pm to be held at the Hobart Conference and Function Centre at 1 Elizabeth Street Pier, Hobart. Although this event is complimentary for members and non members we do require registration for catering reasons. This will be a relaxed casual peer connection and networking event to exchange news and keep abreast of local and global activities in ultrasound.

Go to www.asum.com.au and click on the “ASUM Tasmanian members meet ASUM 2009 cocktail night” link.

On Sunday morning 29th March don’t miss out on the opportunity to hear Simon Meagher, Lucia Pemble and Phillip Taplin at a half day EDUCATION MEETING at the Hobart Hospital Lecture Room (access via Collins Street). The workshop commences at 8.30am with coffee and tea with the first presentation at 9.30am. The workshop will finish at 1.00pm. This program is valued at 3 CPD points.

To register for this workshop go to www.asum.com.au and click on “ASUM Tasmania Branch Education Meeting 2009” link.

See you in Hobart!

DR CAROLINE HONG BDS(Uni Adel) Grad Dip HA(SA) MHA(Uni NSW) AFCHSE CHE FADI FSAE FAICD
Chief Executive Officer
Australasian Society for Ultrasound in Medicine
www.asum.com.au

ASUM invites you to attend the NZ Branch Weekend Workshop 2009

ASUM NZ Branch is hosting an educational weekend including three revolving workshops.
This is a great opportunity to learn new skills, brush up on techniques and catch up with friends.

Venue:               Breastscreen Coast to Coast, Palmerston North, New Zealand
Contact:             Cushla King cushla.king@midcentraldhb.govt.nz
Registration:      NZ$150.00 (including one dinner ticket) 

For registration and program click here http://www.asum.com.au/site/files/meet_NZPalmerstonNoth_reg_program09.pdf

DDU Technical Seminar

25-29 Mar 09

DMU Preparation Course for Cardiac

28 Mar 09

ASUM Tasmanian members meet ASUM

29 Mar 09

ASUM Tasmanian Branch Educational Meeting

4-5 Apr 09

ASUM NZ Branch Weekend Workshop 2009

18-21 Apr 09

DMU Preparation Course for General, Vascular and Obstetric candidates

26-27 Jun 09

CCPU Level 2 Neonatal Workshop

30 Aug to 3 Sept 09

WFUMB 2009 Sydney World Medical Ultrasound Congress to be hosted by ASUM - Sydney Australia www.wfumb2009.com

Incorporating the 39th ASUM Annual Congress, the ASUM 2009 Multidisciplinary Ultrasound Workshop and the WFUMB-WINFOCUS Workshop

7-8 Nov 09

ASUM in conjunction with The Early Pregnancy & Gynaecological Scanning Foundation - Theoretical Course 2009, Sydney

14-15 Nov 09

ASUM in conjunction with The Early Pregnancy & Gynaecological Scanning Foundation - Theoretical Course 2009, Melbourne

Course convener: Dr Sheryle Rogerson
Venue: Royal Women’s Hospital (RWH), Melbourne
Date: Friday, 26th & Saturday, 27th June 2009

• CCPU Level 1 Neonatology Workshop Registration Brochure http://www.asum.com.au/site/files/CCPU/Jun09_neo_broch.pdf

We are excited to announce the second Level 1 teaching workshop for the Certificate of Clinician Performed Ultrasound (CCPU) Neonatal. The CCPU (Neonatal) is a qualification for Neonatologists who uses ultrasound to assist in diagnosis and clinical care at the bedside.

The Certificate in Clinician Performed Ultrasound (CCPU) is offered by the Australasian Society for Ultrasound in Medicine (ASUM) as a credential for medical practitioners who are not imaging specialists but who may use ultrasound as a diagnostic tool at the point of care.

The CCPU Level 1 Neonatology on 26th / 27th June 2009 at RWH, Melbourne is a practically based course for those who have little practical experience. It provides an introduction to clinician performed ultrasound. The course is specifically targeted for the neonatal CCPU.

Speakers will include:

• Nick Evans, Martin Kluckow (Sydney)
• David Knight (Brisbane)
• Andy Gill (Perth)
• Sheryl Rogerson (Melbourne)

Please forward this to anyone in your department who might be interested. Registration will close on the 15th May 2009 and places are limited to 20.

LINKS

Please follow the link to see the related documents:

• CCPU Level 1 Neonatology Workshop Registration Brochure:
  http://www.asum.com.au/site/files/CCPU/Jun09_neo_broch.pdf
  
  
•  About the CCPU
  http://www.asum.com.au/site/qualifications.php?p=content-ccpu
  
  
• CCPU physics pre-requisite
  http://www.asum.com.au/site/qualifications.php?p=content-ccpu-online-physics
  
  
• CCPU enrolment form
  http://www.asum.com.au/site/files/CCPU/Enrol_form.pdf
  
  
• CCPU Advanced standing recognition (ASR) http://www.asum.com.au/site/qualifications.php?p=content-ccpu-neonatal-ASR

Please follow the link for the affiliate and half yearly membership application forms:

• Half yearly membership application form: http://www.asum.com.au/site/files/Membership/memb_Applic_HalfYrWeb_2008_09.pdf

• Clinical affiliate membership application form: http://www.asum.com.au/site/files/Membership/memb_ApplicAff_CCPU2008_09.pdf

DDU Technical Seminar

25-29 Mar 09

DMU Preparation Course for Cardiac

28 Mar 09

ASUM Tasmanian members meet ASUM

29 Mar 09

ASUM Tasmanian Branch Educational Meeting

4-5 Apr 09

ASUM NZ Branch Weekend Workshop 2009

18-21 Apr 09

DMU Preparation Course for General, Vascular and Obstetric candidates

26-27 Jun 09

CCPU Level 2 Neonatal Workshop

30 Aug to 3 Sept 09

WFUMB 2009 Sydney World Medical Ultrasound Congress to be hosted by ASUM - Sydney Australia www.wfumb2009.com

Incorporating the 39th ASUM Annual Congress, the ASUM 2009 Multidisciplinary Ultrasound Workshop and the WFUMB-WINFOCUS Workshop

ASUM Tasmanian Branch invites you to a half day meeting and a chance to meet the Council. Tea and coffee will be provided. 

Speakers:                   Dr Simon Meagher, Dr Lucia Pemble & local speaker

Venue:                         Royal Hobart Hospital

Contact:                      asum@asum.com.au

Registration:               $33.00 members, $44.00 non-members

Registration Close:    Friday 20 March 2009

For registration form click http://www.asum.com.au/site/files/meet_Hobart_reg09.pdf

DDU Technical Seminar

DMU Preparation Course for Cardiac

ASUM Tasmanian members meet ASUM

ASUM Tasmanian Branch Educational Meeting

ASUM NZ Branch Weekend Workshop 2009

18-21 Apr 09

DMU Preparation Course for General, Vascular and Obstetric candidates

26-27 Jun 09

CCPU Level 2 Neonatal Workshop

30 Aug to 3 Sept 09

WFUMB 2009 Sydney World Medical Ultrasound Congress to be hosted by ASUM - Sydney Australia www.wfumb2009.com

Incorporating the 39th ASUM Annual Congress, the ASUM 2009 Multidisciplinary Ultrasound Workshop and the WFUMB-WINFOCUS Workshop

7-8 Nov 09

ASUM in conjunction with The Early Pregnancy & Gynaecological Scanning Foundation - Theoretical Course 2009, Sydney

14-15 Nov 09

ASUM in conjunction with The Early Pregnancy & Gynaecological Scanning Foundation - Theoretical Course 2009, Melbourne

Be part of the biggest Ultrasound conference in the world here in Sydney!

Please go to www.wfumb2009.com for registration online NOW to take advantage of the early bird registration offer and save money. Early bird registration closes 31 March 2009.

 Abstract for e-poster is still open.

ASUM received some enquiries about the Diagnostic Imaging Quality Practice Program from members. The information can be found on http://www.health.gov.au/internet/main/publishing.nsf/Content/diqpp08.htm

ASUM members can also contact Tom Watson of DOHA on (02) 62895646 or email thomas.watson@health.gov.au

Practices will be given six months to apply for funding under the Program. The closing date for the Program is 25 May 2009.

All practices with a Location Specific Practice Number (LSPN – the registration number used by Medicare Australia to register diagnostic imaging equipment) are eligible for a grant if they:

•          provided radiology and/or nuclear medicine services in 2007-08; and,
•          continue to provide those services (by participating in the Diagnostic Imaging Accreditation Scheme or providing only nuclear medicine services or have an intention to participate in the Diagnostic Imaging Accreditation Scheme in order to continue to provide radiology services);

The Department will offer grants to practices based on the number of radiology and/or nuclear medicine services provided in 2007-08 and which have been processed by Medicare Australia before 30 September 2008. Radiology services will be calculated separately from nuclear medicine services. This means that practices may be eligible for two grants; one grant calculated on the number of radiology services provided and, if applicable, another grant calculated on the number of nuclear medicine services. Eligible practices have been advised of their grant amount.

If you have any questions on the program or did not receive a letter please contact the Diagnostic Imaging Section of the Department of Health and Ageing on (02) 62891966 or email DIQPP@health.gov.au.

ASUM Tasmanian Branch invites you to a half day meeting and a chance to meet the Council. Tea and coffee will be provided.

 Speakers: Dr Simon Meagher, Dr Lucia Pemble & local speaker
Venue: Royal Hobart Hospital
Contact: asum@asum.com.au
Registration: $33.00 members, $44.00 non-members

For registration form click http://www.asum.com.au/site/files/meet_Hobart_reg09.pdf

Venue: ASUM Training Rooms, L2, 511 Pacific Hwy, Crows Nest NSW 2065
Contact: asum@asum.com.au

Registration: http://www.asum.com.au/site/files/DMU_cardiac_prepcourseprogram2009.pdf

Venue: ASUM Training Rooms, L2, 511 Pacific Hwy, Crows Nest NSW 2065
Contact: asum@asum.com.au

Registration: http://www.asum.com.au/site/files/DMU_GenVasGen_%20prepcourseprogram2009.pdf

ASUM NZ Branch is hosting an educational weekend including three revolving workshops. This is a great opportunity to learn new skills, brush up on techniques and catch up with friends.

Venue:               Catholic Centre, Palmerston North, New Zealand
Contact:             Cushla King cushla.king@midcentraldhb.govt.nz

Registration:      NZ$150.00 (including one dinner ticket)

DDU Technical Seminar

25-29 Mar 09

DMU Preparation Course for Cardiac

3-4 Apr 09

ASUM NZ Branch Weekend Workshop 2009

18-21 Apr 09

DMU Preparation Course for General, Vascular and Obstetric candidates

26-27 Jun 09

CCPU Level 2 Neonatal Workshop

30 Aug to 3 Sept 09

WFUMB 2009 Sydney World Medical Ultrasound Congress to be hosted by ASUM - Sydney Australia www.wfumb2009.com

Incorporating the 39th ASUM Annual Congress, the ASUM 2009 Multidisciplinary Ultrasound Workshop and the WFUMB-WINFOCUS Workshop

You cannot help being touched by the images and reports of devastation and destruction caused by the horrific fires that raged through rural Victoria.

Let us dig deep and help those who survived to rebuild their lives.

ASUM has made a financial contribution towards the Victorian Bush Fire appeal and urges all members and organisations to do likewise. The Australian Red Cross provides a secure online donation facility at www.redcross.org.au

ASUM NZ Branch is hosting an educational weekend including three revolving workshops. This is a great opportunity to learn new skills, brush up on techniques and catch up with friends.

Venue:               Catholic Centre, Palmerston North, New Zealand
Contact:             Cushla King cushla.king@midcentraldhb.govt.nz
Registration:      NZ$150.00 (including one dinner ticket)

CCPU Level 1 O&G Course

DDU Technical Seminar

DMU Preparation Course for Cardiac

ASUM NZ Branch Weekend Workshop 2009

18-21 Apr 09

DMU Preparation Course for General, Vascular and Obstetric candidates

26-27 Jun 09

CCPU Level 1 Neonatal Workshop

Incorporating the 39th ASUM Annual Congress, the ASUM 2009 Multidisciplinary Ultrasound Workshop and the WFUMB-WINFOCUS Workshop

This ‘Call for Abstracts’ may be your final chance to share and showcase your skills, knowledge, expertise and case studies at the 12th World Congress of the World Federation for Ultrasound in Medicine and Biology (WFUMB 2009).  Your abstracts will enhance the scientific program at WFUMB 2009 by stimulating and expanding thinking on current research and scientific standards. They will also raise yours and your organisation’s image and profile to the whole ultrasound world.

Please go to www.wfumb2009.com for submission of abstracts and registration online NOW.

The dates for the WFUMB 2009 Sydney congress start from Sunday 30 August to Thursday 3 September 2009. There are many options to apply for leave and to take time off to attend. You can choose One Day, Three Days or Five Days registration. If you are an ASUM member and also enrolled in the Three Day or Five Day registrations, you are eligible to register for additional hands on workshops for an additional $22 each. This is only available to ASUM members living in Australia and NZ. Please consider and plan ahead and you may even consider asking your employer to give you time off by working on the weekend prior to bank up your time to attend this once in a life time opportunity of a WORLD congress at your doorsteps. Some practices are even considering closing for the whole duration of the WFUMB 2009 congress so that all the staff can attend this major event.

If you have to choose only One ultrasound educational event in 2009, the WFUMB 2009 Sydney Congress is a “Must Attend” event. Missing this event is akin to missing the Sydney Olympics when you live in Sydney or Australia and NZ. So, please start planning and talking to your employers now to allow you to take time off to attend this amazing high energy and most exciting medical ultrasound congress ever to come to Sydney! If you need a letter of support to your employer, please email carolienhong@asum.com.au

WFUMB 2009 Sydney World Medical Ultrasound Congress to be hosted by ASUM - Sydney Australia www.wfumb2009.com

Incorporating the 39th ASUM Annual Congress, the ASUM 2009 Multidisciplinary Ultrasound Workshop and the WFUMB-WINFOCUS Workshop

This ‘Call for Abstracts’ may be your final chance to share your skills, knowledge, expertise and case studies at the 12th World Congress of the World Federation for Ultrasound in Medicine and Biology (WFUMB 2009).  Your abstracts will enhance the scientific program at WFUMB 2009 by stimulating and expanding thinking on current research and scientific standards.

Please go to www.wfumb2009.com for submission of abstracts and registration online NOW.

WFUMB 2009 Sydney World Medical Ultrasound Congress to be hosted by ASUM - Sydney Australia www.wfumb2009.com

Incorporating the 39th ASUM Annual Congress, the ASUM 2009 Multidisciplinary Ultrasound Workshop and the WFUMB-WINFOCUS Workshop