SDMS's core purpose is to enhance the art and science of medicine by advancing medical sonography. As an SDMS member you will join an exclusive network of over 28,000 sonographers and sonography students.
The SDMS provides opportunities to earn and offer continuing medical education (CME). We also have educational resources for the sonography community.
The SDMS offers resources for the sonography industry.
The SDMS supports credentialing for sonographers and provides representation on legislative and regulatory issues that affect the sonography profession.
Formed in 2009, the SDMS Foundation is a nonprofit charitable organization affiliated with the SDMS. The SDMS Foundation fosters professional learning and excellence by working to improve the field of diagnostic medical sonography.
The SDMS provides various products for the sonography community.
The Society of Diagnostic Medical Sonography (SDMS) is a professional membership organization founded in 1970 to promote, advance, and educate its members and the medical community in the science of diagnostic medical sonography. The SDMS is the largest association of sonographers and sonography students in the world. Learn More
The Journal of Diagnostic Medical Sonography (JDMS) is the only peer-reviewed journal written for diagnostic medical sonographers and other ultrasound users across all specialties. Each bi-monthly issue features SDMS CME credit opportunities that are available to SDMS Retired members at a discounted rate.
The SDMS is dedicated to recognizing and honoring outstanding achievement in the sonography profession. All SDMS members are encouraged to participate and showcase their achievements and scholastic endeavors.
SDMS volunteers fulfill a variety of vital roles in the Society. Learn how you can use your time and talents to support the sonography profession. Volunteer opportunities range from long-term opportunities to micro-volunteer projects.
Free for SDMS Retired members, the SDMS Knowledge Series are live webinars led by sonography experts on current topics of interest. Expand your knowledge from anywhere that you have an internet connection.
Learn, earn SDMS CME credits, and network at specialty-specific virtual seminars, the multi-day virtual conference, and year end Crunch Week. SDMS Retired members receive discounted registration rates for SDMS virtual events.
The premier in-person learning event for sonographers, sonography students, and physicians. SDMS Retired members receive discounted registration rates for the SDMS Annual Conference.
Share your experience and wisdom by answering posts and collaborating with others in the sonography profession. The SDMS Sonography Forum is the professional network for sonographers.
The SDMS Foundation fosters professional learning and excellence in sonography. Programs include certification exam grants, educational grants, research grants, scholarships, international assistance, and the Emerging Leaders program.
SDMS Retired members receive a discounted price for on-demand SDMS CME credit opportunities in all specialties. You have three attempts to pass the post-test and must earn a 75% or higher to pass.
Do you need access to free SDMS CME credits to maintain your credential? Learn more about SDMS Standard membership. Are you an organization interested in saving on SDMS dues for your staff? Learn about the benefits of SDMS Organizational membership.