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Hepatic Circulation

30/1/2020

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The American College of Gastroenterology released a new guideline on disorders of the mesenteric, portal, and hepatic veins and mesenteric and hepatic arteries, which can lead to acute liver failure, chronic liver disease, noncirrhotic portal hypertension, cirrhosis, and hepatocellular carcinoma.
​Check out the article here

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Elastography highly reproducible

30/1/2020

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A study in Ultrasound in Medicine and Biology found that both strain elastography and shear-wave elastrography yielded highly satisfactory reproducibility, and strain elastography was slightly better in imaging malignant lesions.

"Under the same operating conditions, our results indicated the excellent reproducibility of SE and SWE in assessing breast neoplasms among well-trained operators," researchers wrote.

​Source: Theresa Pablos - AuntMinnie 

Check out the article here
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Spotting cancer with ultrasound

30/1/2020

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A new ultrasound technique is being hailed as the biggest breakthrough in the technology for more than 60 years.
Developed at Heriot-Watt University in Edinburgh, it produces images that are 10 times better than current scans.
Researchers believe its ability to precisely pinpoint tumours could one day replace biopsies in investigating suspected cancer cases.
The method, which is about to begin trials in human patients, uses existing scanning equipment.
Check it our here
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Ultrasound and living cells

30/1/2020

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North Carolina State University researchers have developed a technique to improve the characteristics of engineered tissues by using ultrasound to align living cells during the biofabrication process.
Check it out here

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New technology

30/1/2020

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Researchers have developed a way to capture moving objects with the unconventional imaging method known as ghost imaging. The new method could make the imaging technique practical for new applications such as biomedical imaging, security checks and video compression and storage.Check out more here https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2019/11/191113111954.htm
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Shortage of Sonographers                                 - AIHE ahead of the time

21/8/2019

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There has been a shortage of qualified Sonographers across Australis for some time. AIHE came across some statistics which beg to ask the question why there arent more applying for this qualification? Is it because of the pre-requisite of another qualification?
The following shows some insight.
The Department of Jobs and Small Business surveyed employers who had recently advertised for sonographers in the following areas: public hospitals, private hospitals, private practices and medical imaging clinics.
  • In general, employers sought the following in applicants:
    • Tertiary qualifications with a Bachelor or Postgraduate Degree in Medical Sonography or qualifications deemed equivalent in the area of practice.
    • Across NSW, 22 per cent of vacancies were filled within the survey period compared with 50 per cent in June 2017.
    • Shortages were evident across all levels of seniority, employment types (part time and full time positions), modalities and specialisations.
    • Employers in metropolitan areas were able to fill 21 per cent of vacancies.
    • Employers in regional areas were able to fill 25 per cent of vacancies.
    • Unsuitable applicants
    • The reasons given by employers on why an applicant was considered unsuitable include:
      • Inadequate qualifications, such as trainees in their final year of completing a degree, or qualifications not relevant to the role.
      • Not possessing the required registrations, accreditations and licensing.
      • Insufficient work experience, for instance not having 2-4 years postgraduate scanning experience. AIHE support work place experience
      • A lack of specific modality and clinical experience in one specialist area or a range of specialisations, such as fertility sonography or stress ECG and cardiac sonography. AIHE support scanning practical activities
      • A lack of technical skills set.
      • Not possessing the communication skills sought by employers (based on poor reference checks).
      • Applicant’s work preferences not suitable with position requirements, for instance working part time hours.
      • Not the right cultural fit for the company.
Source Department Jobs and Small Business
​The methodology underpinning this research is outlined at Skill Shortage Research Methodology | Department of Jobs and Small Business - Document library, Australian Government
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Trying to juggle paying your debt while you study

19/6/2019

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It can be tricky trying to juggle the cost of your study.
The Department of Human Services has some great ideas such as:
1.   Planning and sticking to a budget
2. Paying off your debt as you go, rather than allowing it to accumulate.
3.  Finding a fair and affordable loan. The options may be:
 a) VET Student loans available for the Graduate Diploma in Medical Ultrasound, however you need to be aware of the repayment terms and additional fees associated with this. 
b) Take on a small bank loan over the period of the time of study.
c) Work part time.
d) Ask for support from family.
e) Save ahead of time 
Go to the following website for more links to tools and tips
https://www.humanservices.gov.au/individuals/subjects/manage-your-money/how-manage-money-while-you-study-or-train 

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Going overseas?

19/6/2019

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Going overseas?

19/6/2019

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If you travel outside Australia this may affect your Aus Study or Youth Allowance payments.
For more information, click here 

https://www.humanservices.gov.au/individuals/subjects/australians-overseas?fbclid=IwAR0nYKToM6jBUB5snON_KUufisJOmKMBUHHpS2eIYKKXG1_4-3Sx9T1fsmA
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Student updates for VSL students

19/6/2019

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If you are looking for tips and help as a student, in relation to government activities, you can go to the Facebook page "Student Update" ​https://www.facebook.com/StudentUpdate/?ref=br_rs

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    Testimonials

    From a Clinical Placement site-
    "You're doing well at scanning and I appreciate your enthusiasm towards learning."


    We enjoyed having Arun George with us on his 1st year ultrasound clinical placement for a week of observation at the medical imaging department of the Sunshine Coast University Hospital.
     The placement was well organised and Arun was an extremely motivated student. Thanks to you and the team at AIHE for ensuring all requirements were met prior to placement. -Sunshine Coast Hospital


    Perfect mix of theory and practical - Employer of Student

    Students are enthusiastic - NSW Department Health Employer

    Loved the clinical placement opportunity - Past student

    Asked a student why they like AIHE - the teachers are supportive and helpful and you get opportunities to do practical scans with real people from industry.
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    • What's new?
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