The U.S. launch of software to revolutionize the cardiology imaging workflow and an FDA-cleared disposable camera that seamlessly connects to Transesophageal Echocardiography (TEE) probes are just two of the exciting new releases being featured in the Echo Expo exhibit hall at the American Society of Echocardiography (ASE) 33rd Annual Scientific Sessions, June 10-13, 2022, at the Seattle Convention Center.

Nearly 50 companies and organizations will display their latest products and services including revolutionary microbubble generators, demonstrations of artificial intelligence (AI) technology for increased speed, efficiency and accuracy, and solutions for creating a safe and ergonomic work environment. ASE 2022 is the world’s premier meeting for cardiovascular ultrasound practitioners and promises a wealth of cutting-edge education, research and the latest vendor technology.

The President’s Reception, honoring Raymond Stainback, MD, FASE, from Texas Heart Institute, on Saturday, June 11, 4:00-6:00 PM, will kick-off the opening of the Echo Expo exhibit and poster hall. The Expo will also be open Sunday, June 12, 9:00 AM to 2:45 PM and Monday, June 13, 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM.

Read highlights from the show floor, as reported in their own words by the vendors.

The June JASE includes, “Recommendations for Multimodality Cardiovascular Imaging of Patients with Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy: An Update from the American Society of Echocardiography, in Collaboration with the American Society of Nuclear Cardiology, the Society for Cardiovascular Magnetic Resonance, and the Society of Cardiovascular Computed Tomography,” from Sherif F. Nagueh, MD, FASE, et al. Dr. Nagueh noted that “Updated content in this HCM guideline includes the use of multimodality imaging for the evaluation of patients with left ventricular hypertrophy utilizing new techniques with echocardiography and CMR. There is a new section on the evaluation of HCM patients with ischemia. Other sections that have been updated include role of imaging in the risk stratification of patients for sudden cardiac death.”

Clinical investigations explore vegetation size and surgery in infective endocarditis, pericardial fat and cardiac function, atrial functional tricuspid regurgitation, 3D echocardiography in cardio-oncology, feasibility, reproducibility and prognostic value of automated measurement of RV strain and arterial stiffness and cardiac function in youth-onset diabetes. Papers on pediatric echocardiography explore speckle tracking in children during and after chemotherapy for cardiotoxicity assessment and global longitudinal strain in the single RV.

A response to a Letter to the Editor notes that timely identification of hospitalized patients at risk for COVID-19-associated right heart failure should be a major goal of echocardiographic surveillance in the disease.

The President’s Message from Raymond Stainback, MD, FASE, which is his final communication as he hands the reins over to his successor, looks at his year as the President of ASE, and will give ASE members numerous reasons to be proud of what has been achieved and what is still to come. The continuing education and meeting calendar outlines a multitude of learning options near and far.

ASE is pleased to announce collaborative efforts with the Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers Ultrasonics, Ferroelectrics, and Frequency Control Society (IEEE UFFC-S), to co-host a Hackathon on June 14, 2022, in Seattle, Washington. Coinciding with ASE’s Scientific Sessions, and chaired by Carol Mitchell, PhD, RDMS, RDCS, RVT, RT(R), ACS, FASE, the joint initiative will bring together experts from their respective fields to work together toward advancing diagnostic ultrasound technology to support continuous monitoring of patients in critical care.

Read more here.

Are you interested in becoming a future leader in ASE or know someone who might be interested? Now is the time to apply for a position in the 2022-2024 class of the ASE Leadership Academy.

This program provides a unique opportunity for ASE members to increase their knowledge and develop a skill set that will help them in their careers and personal life. During this 20-month program, participants will be matched with a senior adviser, acquire a personalized evaluation of their leadership aptitude, and receive high-quality, online tutorials on leadership topics valued at over $7,500.

Applications and recommendation letters are being accepted through August 1, 2022. Questions? Email LeadershipAcademy@ASEcho.org.

Among the numerous ASE Foundation activities planned for ASE 2022 are two unique book offerings. ASEF is auctioning early edition, signed textbooks authored by ASE luminaries, Harvey Feigenbaum, MD, FASE, and Liv Hatle, MD, FASE! View the available books and place your bid here. 100% of the winning bids will be treated as charitable donations to the ASE Foundation. More information available here.

The Foundation is also hosting a signing event with ASE’s 2022 Gardin Lecturer, Suzanne Simard, PhD. Dr. Simard will sign copies of her book, Finding the Mother Tree: Discovering the Wisdom of the Forest, Sunday, June 12 from 9:00 – 10:00 AM PT outside Ballroom 6E in the Seattle Convention Center. Pre-order your copy now to avoid the line in Seattle. Only a limited number of copies will be available for purchase on-site. 100% of the $30 purchase is treated as a charitable donation to the ASE Foundation.

The ASE Pediatric and Congenital Heart Disease Council is continuing its series of webinars discussing and sharing practical tips and tricks in the practice of congenital heart disease imaging.

The next webinar, Pediatric Transesophageal Echocardiography: Intraoperative Communication and Decision Making, will take place on Thursday, May 19, 2022, from 6:30 – 8:00 PM ET. This webinar will be a case-based discussion focusing on the importance of communication to allow for optimal decision making when performing transesophageal echocardiography in the operating room. The presentations will concentrate on cases in which communication and team work were utilized to ensure optimal outcome was achieved.

Moderators: Sowmya Balasubramanian, MD, FASE; and Gregory Tatum, MD, FASE

Speakers: Jolie Britt, MD; Katie Virk, MD; Heidi Cuffee, RDCS; Kevin Wilkes, MD; and Kevin Petit, MD

Panelists: Meryl Cohen, MD, MSEd, FASE; Jennifer Romano, MD; and Jason Williams, MD

Earn 1.5 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit(s)™ for attending this webinar.

Registration is FREE for ASE members.

1. To register, log in to your ASE member portal.
2. Select the ASE Learning Hub from the top red menu.
3. Register for the webinar here.

The ASE Foundation has two unique book offerings. First is an auction of early edition, signed textbooks authored by ASE luminaries Dr. Harvey Feigenbaum and Dr. Liv Hatle! View the available books and place your bid here. For the winning bids, 100% will be treated as charitable donations to the ASE Foundation. More information available here.

The Foundation is also hosting a signing event with ASE’s 2022 Gardin Lecturer, Suzanne Simard, PhD. Dr. Simard will sign copies of her book, Finding the Mother Tree: Discovering the Wisdom of the Forest, Sunday, June 12 from 9:00 – 10:00 AM PT outside Ballroom 6E in the Seattle Convention Center. Pre-order your copy now to avoid the line in Seattle. Only a limited number of copies will be available for purchase on-site. 100% of the $30 purchase is treated as a charitable donation to the ASE Foundation.