The recent Webinar Wednesday session “Troubleshooting Ultrasound Image Quality” was presented by Joni Charles, ultrasound modality manager of Philips Multi-Vendor Services. The webinar was sponsored by AllParts and eligible for 1 credit from the ACI.
More than 100 people logged in for the live presentation. A recording of the webinar is available for on-demand viewing at WebinarWednesday.live.
Charles used the presentation as a means to assist engineers and biomeds in troubleshooting ultrasound image quality issues by providing practical knowledge, experience and information. She covered several topics including:
- foundational ultrasound information;
- explanation of the appearance and aesthetics of an ultrasound imaging screen;
- explanation of the formation of an ultrasound image;
- break down and discussion of the components involved in the creation of a ultrasound image;
- discussion of the different types of front ends in ultrasound machines;
- discussion of the different components that can affect image quality;
- cost to service and elements to consider;
- practical approach to troubleshooting first steps and beyond; and
- practical tools used in the diagnosis of image quality issues.
She also fielding questions after her presentation.
One question was, “How have any of the major components in ultrasound machines changed over the years?”
Charles explained that there have been drastic changes oftentimes powered by the smaller and faster technology that is used in ultrasound devices.
Another attendee asked what advice she would give to a biomed looking to move into ultrasound repair and service.
Charles recommended an ultrasound basics course for starters.
Attendees provided feedback via a post-webinar survey that included the question, “Why did you attend today’s webinar? And, was it worth your time?”
“As a new intern to biomed, I am very interested to know all the different devices in my field to feel confident about my work. Yes, it was worth my time,” Biomed Intern A. Avxhiu said.
“Applicable subject matter to equipment managed under my care. Yes, provided a good overview of system functionality and basic troubleshooting steps,” Biomedical Technician II D. Szabo said.
“I am starting to work with ultrasound devices, and it was a good introduction to common troubleshooting steps,” Biomedical Engineering Technologist A. Aspenlieder said.
For more information, visit WebinarWednesday.live.