Vision
When our work is done, we will have created A future where the benefits of the safe and effective use of ultrasound are realised for all patients across Australasia.
Mission
Our mission is To enhance patient outcomes by setting benchmarks for ultrasound excellence in diagnosis, treatment, and procedures.
Purpose
Our purpose is to lead the practice of ultrasound in medicine by advancing the safe, effective, and innovative use of ultrasound technology through education, research, and professional standards.
To advance our mission, we will implement:
Transformation
Centred on advancing ultrasound in medicine for better care.
Collaboration
Across sectors to promote best practice standards and resources.
Leadership
Through education, advocacy, research and good governance.
Patient focus
Imbedded in multidisciplinary education and standards.
Diagnostic ultrasound is the most widely used imaging modality, with new emerging applications constantly in development in medicine. Technological advances and training enable greater access and faster diagnosis, creating healthier lives for all.
ASUM provides ongoing education, events and standards across all disciplines of diagnostic ultrasound. We recognise and acknowledge the many generous volunteers who enable ASUM to provide these essential resources to the broader ultrasound community to deliver quality patient care and outcomes.
Areas of Expertise
The Society is affiliated with the World Federation for Ultrasound in Medicine and Biology (WFUMB) and has strong links with ISUOG, BMUS, AIUM, EFSUMB, MASU, AFSUMB, ASE & FLAUS ultrasound societies. ASUM is unique in that it brings together a range of views, skills and experience of an extensive, multi-disciplinary group of healthcare professionals, involving all aspects of diagnostic ultrasound. The breadth of experience and expertise found within ASUM is unequalled by any other organisation in the field.
