Program Overview

Introduction to the Diagnostic Medical Sonography Concentration

The Diagnostic Medical Sonography Concentration (DMS) is a medical imaging modality that utilizes high-frequency sound waves to create dynamic and diagnostic images of organs, tissues, and blood flow within the body. Sonographers play an integral role in patient care and the diagnostic process, trained to recognize normal and abnormal anatomy and critically think through the diagnostic process based on these findings.

General Overview

Diagnostic Medical Sonography is used in various clinical settings, including obstetrics, gynecology, abdominal, pediatrics, musculoskeletal, interventional, and surgical and emergency medicine. The program places an emphasis on abdominal and OB/GYN with an introduction to vascular anatomy and evaluation.

Mission

The radiologic science program prepares students to practice competently, safely, and effectively as medical imaging professionals in diverse healthcare environments with awareness of global health issues. The academic and clinical foundation in the curriculum develops graduates with professional flexibility and adaptability to assume prominent roles and responsibilities after graduation in both career and scholarly pursuits.

Goals and Learning Outcomes

Students progress through the curriculum and meet course learning objectives that culminate in the accomplishment of specific program outcomes. The diagnostic medical sonography goals and student learning outcomes are outlined in detail.

Program Accreditation and Effectiveness Data

The program is nationally accredited by the Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs (CAAHEP) upon the recommendation of the Joint Review Committee on Education in Diagnostic Medical Sonography (JRC-DMS).

Program Details

• The program includes an emphasis on abdominal and OB/GYN with an introduction to vascular anatomy and evaluation.
• Upon completion of the program, graduates will be eligible to become registered sonographers through the American Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonographers in the specialties of abdomen and OB/GYN.
• The program prepares students for careers in various clinical settings, including obstetrics, gynecology, abdominal, pediatrics, musculoskeletal, interventional, and surgical and emergency medicine.

Alumni Testimonials

• “The UNC sonography program provides students with a opportunity of a lifetime to pursue their dreams of entering into the healthcare field. With training from experienced clinical instructors and time spent at some of the country’s top medical centers, students can pursue all avenues that the field of sonography has to offer. I will forever be grateful for my time at UNC and I can’t wait to see what the future holds for me as a credentialed sonographer.” -Kennedy Enzor, DMS Alumnus, Class of 2023
• “I cannot recommend the UNC diagnostic medical sonography program enough to anyone looking to peruse a career in ultrasound. The experience students gain throughout the program, and the opportunities given after graduation, are what makes this program such a success.” -Kylie Noel, DMS Alumnus, Class of 2023

Prospective Students

• The program offers a Bachelor of Science in Radiologic Science with a concentration in Diagnostic Medical Sonography.
• The program includes the following:
  • Admissions Requirements & Application Information
  • Clinical Shadowing Experience
  • Program Courses
  • Policies and Procedures (DMS)
  • Program Goals & Learning Outcomes (DMS)