Ultrasound Transducers FAQ
Answers to Common Questions About Ultrasound Transducers (Ultrasound Probes)Whether you call them ultrasound transducers or ultrasound probes, these precision instruments are the foundation of every ultrasound exam. Below, FUJIFILM Sonosite answers the most frequently asked questions about how ultrasound transducers work, how to select the right one, and how to keep them performing reliably in demanding point-of-care environments.Ultrasound “Transducer” or Ultrasound “Probe”—Which Term Is Correct?Both are correct.The term transducer describes the device’s scientific function—it transduces one…
POCUS Profile: Dr. Sandeep Diwan
Dr. Sandeep Diwan serves as Senior Consultant Anaesthesiologist at Sancheti Hospital, Pune, and heads the Research Department of Anaesthesia. With over 32 years of clinical expertise and qualifications including MBBS, MD, and DA in Anaesthesia, Dr. Diwan is a staunch advocate of technology-driven, patient‑centric care. Since pioneering the use of point‑of‑care ultrasound (POCUS) in his practice beginning 2006‑07, Dr. Diwan has progressed from early Sonosite systems to the advanced Sonosite ST point-of-care ultrasound system. POCUS now constitutes an integral component of his…
Featured Article: The effect of postnatal steroids on lung ultrasound scores and extubation readiness in very low birth weight infants
FUJIFILM Sonosite's X-Porte was recently used in a study to assess the utility of lung ultrasound scores (LUSs) to predict extubation readiness in VLBW infants and determined the effect of postnatal steroids on LUSs in babies who were chronically ventilated for > 30 days.FUJIFILM Sonosite designs point-of-care ultrasound systems, ultrasound transducers, software, & ultrasound accessories with real-world customer needs in mind. Contact Us for more information. Read about the study here.View Now
Featured Article: Ultrasound-guided semispinalis obliquus plane block for posterior upper cervical spine surgery
FUJIFILM Sonosite's transducers were recently used in a featured study on the semispinalis obliquus plane block. The ultrasound-guided semispinalis obliquus plane block offers a safe, simple, and reproducible technique for multi-segmental dorsal rami analgesia in posterior upper cervical spine surgeries, reducing opioid requirements and improving postoperative comfort.FUJIFILM Sonosite designs point-of-care ultrasound systems, ultrasound transducers, software, & ultrasound accessories with real-world customer needs in mind. Contact Us for more information. Read about the study here.…
Rich Fabian Named Chair of AdvaMed Medical Imaging Division Board
We’re excited to announce that Rich Fabian, president and CEO of FUJIFILM Sonosite, has been appointed chair of the Medical Imaging division board of directors at AdvaMed, the leading Medtech Association. Rich succeeds David Pacitti, CEO of Avanos Medical, who served as the inaugural chair.Scott Whitaker, AdvaMed president and CEO, praised Rich’s leadership, noting, “Rich is a highly effective and passionate advocate for medtech... We look forward to continuing to work alongside Rich to ensure that AI and other innovations in medical imaging accelerate our member companies’ ability to deliver…
Clinical Evaluation of Rectus Sheath Block Versus Local Anaesthetic Infiltration in Laparoscopic Inguinal Hernia Repair: A Retrospective Comparative Study
Find out how ultrasound-guided rectus sheath block can be an effective, safe, and opioid-sparing regional technique for adult laparoscopic hernia repair by clicking on the link below.Find out how you can perform a rectus sheath block here.FUJIFILM Sonosite designs point-of-care ultrasound systems, ultrasound transducers, software, & ultrasound accessories with real-world customer needs in mind.Contact Us for more information. Read the studyView Now
Bringing clinical scans to life
MSK Market Development Director, Daniel Shelton, shows off the capability of Sonosite UHF 46-20 with scans of a hair follicle and a vein. The scans were then illustrated to reveal details less obvious to the non-clinical eye.
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Hair follicle on the back of a child's calf
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Featured Article: Bedside Ultrasound Assessment to Detect Muscle Loss in Critically Ill Children
FUJFILM Sonosite's X-Porte was recently featured in a study to evaluate the feasibility and inter-rater reliability of bedside muscle ultrasonography for detecting muscle loss in critically ill paediatric patients. FUJIFILM Sonosite designs point-of-care ultrasound systems, ultrasound transducers, software, & ultrasound accessories with real-world customer needs in mind. Contact Us for more information. Read about the study here.Learn More
Featured Article: Ultrasound is both the prevention and solution for cosmetic filler-related injuries
Find out how FUJIFILM Sonosite's ultrasound can be used for both the prevention and treatment of adverse events related to the injection of cosmetic fillers by reading our linked article. FUJIFILM Sonosite designs point-of-care ultrasound systems, ultrasound transducers, software, & ultrasound accessories with real-world customer needs in mind.Contact Us for more information.Read about the article here.Learn More
Sonosite UHF 46-20 Featured in ICE Magazine
FUJIFILM Sonosite's UHF46-20 was recently featured in ICE magazine! With a minimum scan depth of 4mm, the UHF46-20 Transducer enables clinicians to clearly visualise the first one to two centimetres beneath the skin and identify structures smaller than 1mm.FUJIFILM Sonosite designs point-of-care ultrasound systems, ultrasound transducers, software, & ultrasound accessories with real-world customer needs in mind. Contact Us for more information.Read about the article here.Learn More
Featured Article: Integrating Rapid Cardiopulmonary and Gastric Ultrasound for Emergency Airway Management in Critically Ill Patients
FUJIFILM Sonosite's X-Porte was recently featured in a study on how POCUS may help with hemodynamic optimisation and customisation of management plans to the patient’s tenuous physiology to prevent cardiopulmonary collapse. FUJIFILM Sonosite designs point-of-care ultrasound systems, ultrasound transducers, software, & ultrasound accessories with real-world customer needs in mind. Contact Us for more information. Read about the study here.Learn More
Introducing Sonosite MT: The Next-Generation Portable Ultrasound System for POCUS Users
Introducing Sonosite MT: The Next-Generation Portable Ultrasound System for POCUS UsersIf you’re a clinician relying on point-of-care ultrasound (POCUS), you know how important it is to have equipment that’s reliable, durable, and easy to use — no matter where your day takes you. That’s why FUJIFILM Sonosite has just launched Sonosite MT, our newest clamshell ultrasound system designed with these exact needs in mind.Built to Tackle Real-World Clinical ChallengesSonosite has long been committed to creating ultrasound solutions that stand up to the demands of clinical care, and Sonosite…
Transforming Critical Care with POCUS: Dr. Pradeep D’Costa’s Journey
Dr. Pradeep D’Costa, Senior Consultant in General Medicine and Critical Care at KEM Hospital, Pune, brings over two decades of expertise in emergency and critical care medicine. With an MBBS, DNB in Emergency Medicine, and ISCCM certification in Critical Care, Dr. D’Costa has been instrumental in adopting innovative tools to enhance patient outcomes—most notably, point-of-care ultrasound (POCUS).Since integrating ultrasound into his clinical practice in 2008, Dr. D’Costa has leveraged it as a vital extension supporting his diagnostic and therapeutic capabilities. He emphasizes the value of…
Cost of an Ultrasound System
Understanding the Cost of Owning an Ultrasound SystemPoint-of-care ultrasound (POCUS) has become an essential tool in modern medicine, but how much does owning one really cost? When considering POCUS for your practise, understanding the full picture of costs involved—from initial purchase to system maintenance—is crucial. The decision also involves several other factors, including brand reputation, age/condition of the system, training costs, and more. Let’s take a look at the various types of ultrasound machines, factors influencing their costs, and how Fujifilm Sonosite's offerings stand…
#PractiseMakesPOCUS
Clinicians often struggle with the complexities of mastering POCUS scanning techniques. It's not the tech they struggle with, it's the scanning. Discover Sonosite Scan Along - available on all our newest FUJIFILM Sonosite ultrasound systems. With over 150 onboard scan-along tutorials covering a wide range of point-of-care specialties and pathologies, you'll have expert guidance readily available.What’s Included?Step-by-step ultrasound transducer positioningInteractive, real-time scanning guidance3D anatomical referencesSonographic anatomical referencesLearn more about Sonosite Scan Along with…
Did You Know that Sonosite has a New Vascular Access Education Partner?
Did You Know that FUJIFILM Sonosite has a new partner to provide vascular access education to our customers? With education being one of our core pillars, we strive to ensure that your department and clinicians are adequately equipped with the knowledge and training to administer care to patients using point-of-care ultrasound.Introducing Operation StickMeet our new procedural partner in Ultrasound-Guided Peripheral IV education. Operation Stick (OSTICK) is an evidence-based vascular access training programme whose stated mission is to increase competency among clinicians in ultrasound-guided…
Better Patient Outcomes through POCUS Practise and Clinical Training
Training MattersPoint-of-Care Ultrasound (POCUS) empowers clinicians with real-time diagnostic capabilities and procedural practises at the patient's bedside, which can improve the speed and accuracy of patient care. Hands-on POCUS training for clinicians at educational workshops is imperative in maximizing the benefits of using ultrasound systems effectively.FUJIFILM Sonosite is dedicated to supporting POCUS training by providing organisations with loaner systems that are used to train physicians and clinicians at educational workshops. Over the last two decades, Sonosite has cultivated its…
Designed for Durability: The Rigorous Testing Process of Sonosite Transducers
Introduction: Setting the Bar HighIn Point-of-Care-Ultrasound, the durability of equipment is paramount. Without quality systems that are ready to use, the immediacy of patient care can be negatively impacted. To ensure reliability and up-time, Sonosite transducers are tested to the limit. This process consists of extensive testing protocols that go beyond industry norms.Beyond Flexibility: The Sonosite Flex and Twist TestAt Sonosite, we demand more of our transducers. Our testing bends, flexes, and twists transducer cabling over 50,000 cycles to represent typical clinical usage over 5 years…
Empowering Healthcare Providers with Sonosite's Voice Assist
In today's healthcare landscape, institutions face a daunting challenge: maintaining high-quality patient care, often with limited staffing. This is particularly critical in sterile environments, where precision and focus are paramount. Recognising this need, FUJIFILM Sonosite has introduced Voice Assist, an innovative new feature for Sonosite LX and Sonosite PX ultrasound systems designed to allow providers access to critical commands of their system, even while across the bed in a sterile or clean procedure.The Power of Voice ControlVoice Assist transforms the ease-of-use of Sonosite PX and…
POCUS Profile: Dr. Tushar B Munnoli
We recently interacted with Dr. Tushar B. Munnoli who is a renowned Interventional Pain Medicine specialist currently practicing at Apollo Hospitals, Jubilee Hills, Hyderabad. After his post-graduation in Anesthesia, Dr. Munnoli pursued a postdoctoral fellowship in Regional Anesthesia and Acute Pain Management. He holds a diploma in Musculoskeletal ultrasound and is a certified Interventional Pain Sonologist (CIPS) from the World Institute of Pain (USA).
Dr. Munnoli has been using point-of-care ultrasound (POCUS) for the past 7 years and currently employs the Sonosite SII as well as Sonosite…