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Diagnostic Medical Sonography

Diagnostic Medical Sonography

Find what ails your patient by taking a deeper look using ultrasound technology. Help physicians diagnose patients as a diagnostic medical sonographer.

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The deadline to apply to the Diagnostic Medical Sonography program is April 1, 2023. You must attend the LAST CHANCE pre-admission conference in order to apply.

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What is Diagnostic Medical Sonography?

Diagnostic Medical Sonography is a highly-skilled profession which uses specialized equipment to create images of structures inside the human body used by physicians to make medical diagnoses. Sonographers have extensive, direct patient contact that may include performing some invasive procedures. They must be able to interact compassionately and effectively with people who range from healthy to critically ill.

What are my career choices?

A general/vascular track offers instruction in the specialty areas of abdominal, obstetrics and gynecology, and vascular sonography.  A Diagnostic Medical Sonographer may seek employment in a variety of clinical settings including; hospitals, specialty clinics, outpatient clinics, private physician offices, mobile and travel companies. 

What are my degree, diploma, or certificate options?

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Length of Program

You can earn an associate in applied science degree in two years if you maintain full-time status.

This information should not be considered a substitute for the KCTCS Catalog . You should always choose classes in cooperation with your faculty advisor to ensure that you meet all degree requirements.

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Program Contact

Jessica Ellis

Program Director/Instructor

606.487.3572

jessica.ellis@kctcs.edu

Missy Guier

Administrative Assistant

606.487.3394

melissa.guier@kctcs.edu 

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