We do that by focusing on the following three goals.
Fostering the training of physicians and allied health professionals in ultrasonography for the diagnosis, monitoring and treatment of arthritis and musculoskeletal disorders.
Establishing standards of competency in ultrasound image acquisition, interpretation and reporting.
Promoting research in the field of musculoskeletal ultrasound.
Dr. Gurjit Kaeley 2009 - 2012
Dr. Amy Evangelisto 2012 - 2014
Dr. Eugene Kissin 2014 - 2016
Dr. Jay Higgs 2016 - 2018
Dr. Paul DeMarco 2018 - 2021
Dr. Karina Torralba 2021 - 2023
Dr. Minna Kohler 2023 - 2026
Current President: Dr. Jonathan Samuels
USSONAR's story began in 2005, when a small group of rheumatologists recognized the promise of musculoskeletal ultrasound and set out to advance it. The organization was formally established in 2009 and has grown steadily since, shaped by the physicians and educators who continue to build it. We're currently preparing a more complete account of that journey, and we look forward to sharing it here soon.