I don't usually comment on videos. I have to say that the sonographer should be extremely proud of herself. She was excellent in presenting all of that information. Thank you.
Such a great video! I can tell that’s she really knows her stuff. I’m thinking about an associates degree in diagnostic sonography and going from there. Enjoyed the video!
Thank you so much for doing this video! I'm a sonographer and this is a great representation with a lot of good info! Wish I could send it to my patients before they come in!
Of course! I'm so glad we were able to share about this. You are more than welcome to send this to them! Just give me credit, but please feel free to show them.
I love the sonograms when baby is sucking their thumb. So precious. ❤. And, I think it’s important for mommies to know that this test is based on the information without any harm such as X-ray or radiation ☢️. It’s just the same as catching sound on Doppler in the water; through sound. ❤
I am a junior in high school who is very interested in the ultrasound tech career. I have been watching videos and researching online. I just went to my first meeting at my local community college for their Sonography Program. Now I can’t lie, the women at this meeting put a really bad taste in my mouth about the career which really made me second guess myself. The girls who are currently in the program said that they have no life and that the schooling is harder than those who are going to school to become a doctor or engineer. They also said that you use a lot of physics and anatomy, something that in high school is hard for me now- making me wonder if I would even be capable of making it into the program. I heard them tell stories that they lost relationships because of how time consuming the program is and that their only free time is to do necessities like showering. At my college it is only a 16 month program so yes it seems like working extremely hard for 16 months is worth it but they also said that you’ll be working 5 days a week, 8-12 hours a day and then end up working over time and on falls on your days off. This sounds very overwhelming and stressful. I know it’s a lot of hard work but the way these girls in the program described it made it seem like they did not think it was worth it. How accurate is all this?
Sorry for the late reply. Sounds like these sonographers are giving you the worst case scenario. The training is intense but when you graduate you have choices. You can choose to work in the hospital or office setting. You don't have to take call at night if you work in an office or outside the hospital. In other words, you can tailor your career to your goals and family life. Hope that helps! Let me know how it goes.
I would first identify which ultrasound schools you are interested in applying to. Then check with each one about prerequisites; different schools may have diferent requirements. Good luck!
I’m a 17 year old in junior high , and I have interest into going in the field of being an OB/GYN do you have any advice for me College wise or just advice in general ?
If you want to be an Ob/Gyn physician, keep up your grades in school and seek out a physician in your community who will allow you to follow them to see if you like what they do. Good luck!
I'm trying to find what I would like to do with my life/career. I am a male very interested in sonography, especially in OB sonography. It's certainly a female dominant career, can anyone working in ultrasound give me some insight of what I should do? Are mothers comfortable with male sonographers?
I have worked with some great male sonographers. There are some patients who are uncomfortable with male healthcare workers for cultural or religious reasons, but for the most part, if you are professional and respectful, they don't have a problem. Before you embark on this career, get your head right. Make sure you are pursuing this for the right reasons. Do you like and respect women? Do you want to be a highly skilled professional in a healthcare environment? Do you want to be part of one of the most important experiences in a family's life? Can you handle having your heart broken when a baby has an abnormality, and stay positive and compassionate? If you can say yes to all this, go for it! And please keep me posted on your progress!
I'm currently an expecting mother and I had my first ultrasound done by a male sonographer, he was awesome! He was very friendly and professional and I felt very comfortable with him. So dont be discouraged, just provide the best patient care that you can and you'll do good in this career. Go for it! Keep us updated on your journey 😊
Does the ultrasound expose the baby to a lot of radiation? I’ve had a lot of people tell me that and it’s frustrating because I’m a type one diabetic so I’ve been getting a biophysical ultrasound done twice a week since week 32 ( I’m 36 now)
That's great! I believe it is but that depends on your personality and interests. My advice is find a sonographer you can take out to coffee (virtually if needed) and talk to them about it. ❤️
Hey Kendra, sonography is fun but it's also hard! We learn how to take a lot of pictures, not just of babies! Look for a program in your area that offers diagnostic medical sonography, preferably one that is accredited through CAAHEP. both bachelor's and associates degrees are available and there's no real difference. Contact the school and see if there's someone to talk to about next steps ☺️
Weird question but I’m very afraid of vomit (I’m emetaphobic) so have you ever had women throw up from morning sickness during an ultrasound? If so how often does it happen?
I hate throwing up, too. Not everyone experiences nausea and vomiting with pregnancy, but many of us do. Nausea only rarely happens during an ultrasound. During your exam, it's okay to: Ask to turn onto your side if you need to. Ask for a cold cloth for your neck or forehead. Take a break if you need to sit up for a few minutes.
It's not a degree. You take a test and pass it to become a registered diagnostic medical sonographer. There are different tests for OB ultrasound and other types of ultrasound. Hope that helps.
@@DrTracyPapa hi! It is a bachelor'sdegree but the most common route is an associate's degree. To apply you need to have a set amount of hours before you can sit for a registry exam. Currently enrolled in a program at MD Anderson. Hope this helps!
Dr. Tracy Papa it is most definitely a degree. I am in PreDMS.. we have to do prerequisites first and then do a interview to get into the actual program... the program is 2 years but in total I receive my bachelor’s degree. You do take a exam, and it’s not over just one type of sonography. Our program has general so I take a exam based off of every single profession in sonography. You can specialize in one type and that is where you would take a exam over one specific type. But to answer your question, it is most definitely a degree. Hope that helps :)
Pls, I'm a student sonographer after an OB procedure I observe the sonographer insists that the patient lie either on the left or right lateral side before rising off the couch. Any reason that is done??
It's easier to get up when you turn to your side and push up with your arm while lowering your legs. Turning to the side also helps increase venous return to the heart, so patients won't be dizzy when they sit up.
It may depend on where you live and what type of ultrasounds you want to do. Larger cities are usually always looking for vascular, general, and OB sonographers.
Although most sonography schools are similar, every training program has their own prerequisites. Check with your local schools to see what they require. With your degree, you will probably already have completed a lot of this.
I am currently enrolled working on my prerequisites for it. In total, it indeed takes 2 years depending on what semester you enroll in and how many classes you take in each. (Also, many schools only take a small number of students a year, so you may not get in on your first try) The range is about 60-80k. You'll have to check the average depending on what state you want to work in. All in all, it's definitely a great payoff considering how fast it is to get certified compared to a lot of other good paying jobs. Also a lot of job openings.
Darling AJ hey! i found out that you need to take prerequisites before applying to a program. i’m starting in may :) then i’m trying to get that done in 3 semesters, less than a year. however it can take up to 1.5 years to complete. then the actual program depends on what you take. for me it would be 21 months, almost 2 years... a total of 3-ish years :))
Salary varies according to geographic area, whether you are working in an office or hospital setting, and whether you are doing Maternal Fetal Medicine ultrasound or general OB. In Texas, sonographers make $28-45 per hour, depending on experience and qualifications.
I have to say this sonographer nailed it - she said all the things that needed to be explained to a patient! Great job!
I don't usually comment on videos. I have to say that the sonographer should be extremely proud of herself. She was excellent in presenting all of that information. Thank you.
Wow, thank you! Are you also a sonographer? Tell me more about you.
Definitely she sounds like a sweet girl!
Sonography is such a great field!
It really is!
What a wonderfully articulate sonographer. Great video, thanks so much!
Glad you enjoyed it!
Such a great video! I can tell that’s she really knows her stuff. I’m thinking about an associates degree in diagnostic sonography and going from there. Enjoyed the video!
Wonderful! So glad you enjoyed and that you're going for a degree. All the best.
Thank you so much for doing this video! I'm a sonographer and this is a great representation with a lot of good info! Wish I could send it to my patients before they come in!
Of course! I'm so glad we were able to share about this. You are more than welcome to send this to them! Just give me credit, but please feel free to show them.
I love the sonograms when baby is sucking their thumb. So precious. ❤. And, I think it’s important for mommies to know that this test is based on the information without any harm such as X-ray or radiation ☢️. It’s just the same as catching sound on Doppler in the water; through sound. ❤
I've learned a lot from your videos..Thank you so much and keep sharing
So nice of you to say that. It's a labor of love! Are there any topics you would like for me to cover specifically?
this was very informative, thank you for the video!
I am a junior in high school who is very interested in the ultrasound tech career. I have been watching videos and researching online. I just went to my first meeting at my local community college for their Sonography Program. Now I can’t lie, the women at this meeting put a really bad taste in my mouth about the career which really made me second guess myself. The girls who are currently in the program said that they have no life and that the schooling is harder than those who are going to school to become a doctor or engineer. They also said that you use a lot of physics and anatomy, something that in high school is hard for me now- making me wonder if I would even be capable of making it into the program. I heard them tell stories that they lost relationships because of how time consuming the program is and that their only free time is to do necessities like showering. At my college it is only a 16 month program so yes it seems like working extremely hard for 16 months is worth it but they also said that you’ll be working 5 days a week, 8-12 hours a day and then end up working over time and on falls on your days off. This sounds very overwhelming and stressful. I know it’s a lot of hard work but the way these girls in the program described it made it seem like they did not think it was worth it. How accurate is all this?
Sorry for the late reply. Sounds like these sonographers are giving you the worst case scenario. The training is intense but when you graduate you have choices. You can choose to work in the hospital or office setting. You don't have to take call at night if you work in an office or outside the hospital. In other words, you can tailor your career to your goals and family life. Hope that helps! Let me know how it goes.
My community college does not offer the program.. Do i take the prerequisites then transfer to another college that offers it?
I would first identify which ultrasound schools you are interested in applying to. Then check with each one about prerequisites; different schools may have diferent requirements. Good luck!
I’m a 17 year old in junior high , and I have interest into going in the field of being an OB/GYN do you have any advice for me College wise or just advice in general ?
If you want to be an Ob/Gyn physician, keep up your grades in school and seek out a physician in your community who will allow you to follow them to see if you like what they do. Good luck!
Do you ever deal with needles or blood?
I'm trying to find what I would like to do with my life/career. I am a male very interested in sonography, especially in OB sonography. It's certainly a female dominant career, can anyone working in ultrasound give me some insight of what I should do? Are mothers comfortable with male sonographers?
I have worked with some great male sonographers. There are some patients who are uncomfortable with male healthcare workers for cultural or religious reasons, but for the most part, if you are professional and respectful, they don't have a problem. Before you embark on this career, get your head right. Make sure you are pursuing this for the right reasons. Do you like and respect women? Do you want to be a highly skilled professional in a healthcare environment? Do you want to be part of one of the most important experiences in a family's life? Can you handle having your heart broken when a baby has an abnormality, and stay positive and compassionate? If you can say yes to all this, go for it! And please keep me posted on your progress!
I'm currently an expecting mother and I had my first ultrasound done by a male sonographer, he was awesome! He was very friendly and professional and I felt very comfortable with him. So dont be discouraged, just provide the best patient care that you can and you'll do good in this career. Go for it! Keep us updated on your journey 😊
Does the ultrasound expose the baby to a lot of radiation? I’ve had a lot of people tell me that and it’s frustrating because I’m a type one diabetic so I’ve been getting a biophysical ultrasound done twice a week since week 32 ( I’m 36 now)
I wish I could play this video before every OB patient 😅
I'm so glad you found this helpful. You are more than welcome to play this for them! Just give me credit, but please feel free to show them.
I want to be a sonographer! Can I go to college and get my associates degree or what all classes would I need to take? Is the job fun
That's great! I believe it is but that depends on your personality and interests. My advice is find a sonographer you can take out to coffee (virtually if needed) and talk to them about it. ❤️
Hey Kendra, sonography is fun but it's also hard! We learn how to take a lot of pictures, not just of babies! Look for a program in your area that offers diagnostic medical sonography, preferably one that is accredited through CAAHEP. both bachelor's and associates degrees are available and there's no real difference. Contact the school and see if there's someone to talk to about next steps ☺️
@@Grace-fc8np Thank you!
Great video ❤️
Thank you!!
Weird question but I’m very afraid of vomit (I’m emetaphobic) so have you ever had women throw up from morning sickness during an ultrasound? If so how often does it happen?
I hate throwing up, too. Not everyone experiences nausea and vomiting with pregnancy, but many of us do. Nausea only rarely happens during an ultrasound. During your exam, it's okay to:
Ask to turn onto your side if you need to.
Ask for a cold cloth for your neck or forehead.
Take a break if you need to sit up for a few minutes.
Is the degree called Diagnostic Medical Sonography? Or Radiological imaging sciences?
Jealane Martinez dms
It's not a degree. You take a test and pass it to become a registered diagnostic medical sonographer. There are different tests for OB ultrasound and other types of ultrasound. Hope that helps.
@@DrTracyPapa hi! It is a bachelor'sdegree but the most common route is an associate's degree. To apply you need to have a set amount of hours before you can sit for a registry exam. Currently enrolled in a program at MD Anderson. Hope this helps!
@@DrTracyPapa It is a degree!
Dr. Tracy Papa it is most definitely a degree. I am in PreDMS.. we have to do prerequisites first and then do a interview to get into the actual program... the program is 2 years but in total I receive my bachelor’s degree. You do take a exam, and it’s not over just one type of sonography. Our program has general so I take a exam based off of every single profession in sonography. You can specialize in one type and that is where you would take a exam over one specific type. But to answer your question, it is most definitely a degree. Hope that helps :)
Pls, I'm a student sonographer after an OB procedure I observe the sonographer insists that the patient lie either on the left or right lateral side before rising off the couch. Any reason that is done??
It's easier to get up when you turn to your side and push up with your arm while lowering your legs. Turning to the side also helps increase venous return to the heart, so patients won't be dizzy when they sit up.
How to become sonographer what degree do we need?
is it a difficult degree to earn? Grades u need to get in
Not difficult if you're motivated and focused. You can do it! All the best. ❤️
@@DrTracyPapa how long is the school for this
@@clairemuggler6886 I know this is late but it can take 2-4 years depending on what you are looking for
Is it hard to get a job straight out of school?
It may depend on where you live and what type of ultrasounds you want to do. Larger cities are usually always looking for vascular, general, and OB sonographers.
Thank you so much for the details, I appreciate it.
Dr. Papa can you become a OB sonographer with a degree in Radiologic science?
Although most sonography schools are similar, every training program has their own prerequisites. Check with your local schools to see what they require. With your degree, you will probably already have completed a lot of this.
I want to be a ultrasound technician for babies so that’s an OB right
You’d be an OB Sonography technician. OB is just short for obstetrics which means the study of pregnancy and baby anatomy
Its not all babies, we deal with other parts of female anatomy as well.
how many years to become a sonographer? what is the estimated salary?
Bianca Gallardo 2 years and about 80,000
I am currently enrolled working on my prerequisites for it. In total, it indeed takes 2 years depending on what semester you enroll in and how many classes you take in each. (Also, many schools only take a small number of students a year, so you may not get in on your first try)
The range is about 60-80k. You'll have to check the average depending on what state you want to work in.
All in all, it's definitely a great payoff considering how fast it is to get certified compared to a lot of other good paying jobs. Also a lot of job openings.
Howling Hawk are the prerequisites part of the 2 year program? or did you have to do it before enrolling in the program?
VEANNE ya that’s what I’m wondering
Darling AJ hey! i found out that you need to take prerequisites before applying to a program. i’m starting in may :) then i’m trying to get that done in 3 semesters, less than a year. however it can take up to 1.5 years to complete. then the actual program depends on what you take. for me it would be 21 months, almost 2 years... a total of 3-ish years :))
How much does a OB sonographer make per hour
Salary varies according to geographic area, whether you are working in an office or hospital setting, and whether you are doing Maternal Fetal Medicine ultrasound or general OB. In Texas, sonographers make $28-45 per hour, depending on experience and qualifications.
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