Mission & Purpose

The Society of Diagnostic Medical Sonography was founded in 1970 to promote, advance, and educate its members and the medical community in the science of diagnostic medical sonography. The Society achieves its purpose by activities including, but not limited to:

• Advocating for its members and the delivery of quality patient care;
• Reviewing, establishing, and advocating for policies regarding the professional status and welfare of its members;
• Collecting and disseminating information pertinent to the profession;
• Seeking the cooperation of similar organizations;
• Providing medical and professional education pertinent to the profession;
• Stimulating and encouraging research;
• Encouraging presentation and publication of scientific papers; and
• Publishing a scientific journal and a website.

Based on: https://www.sdms.org/about/governance/sdms-governance-documents/2017-sdms-amended-articles-of-incorporation