Escola de Sonografia - Grau de Associado em Ciências Aplicadas

Diagnostic Medical Sonography, often called Ultrasound, uses high-frequency waves to generate images of different organs and blood vessels inside the body. As an imaging process, ultrasound is used by providing information that x-ray or other radiologic methods cannot.

What does a Diagnostic Medical Sonographer do?

The Cardiovascular Sonography program offered at MedQuest College provides our students with the option to pursue an Associate Degree in Cardiac Sonography or Vascular Sonography. Cardiac Sonography is ultrasound used to produce images of the anatomy of a patient’s heart chambers, walls, valves and blood vessels. Vascular Sonography is ultrasound used to produce images of the patient’s veins and arteries. The physician uses images provided by the sonographer to diagnose and treat various conditions.

MedQuest College recognises that skilful healthcare will have a positive influence on one’s overall well-being. Our goal is to assist students in achieving their potential in these career paths. The college, with modern classrooms and clinical practicum areas, provides students with a professional environment for learning theory and techniques taught by faculty who have years of experience working in their field. MedQuest College betters lives by providing the most direct path to a great career in healthcare. To achieve this, students have access to experienced and dedicated faculty, a knowledgeable administrative staff, and equipment and supplies found in a professional setting. MedQuest College provides quality training, which relates to the individual needs of students, thereby enhancing their ability to comprehend and gain proficiency in their field of study.