Ultrasound Research
Miami Sonogram.
Find out about our Research Opportunities in Ultrasound
A wide disciplinary spectrum, from Functional Gastrointestinal Ultrasound, Cerebrovascular Ultrasound, Cardiac Ultrasound, Neuromusculoskeletal Ultrasound to Pathophysiological Ultrasound. Advances in Techniques like Shear Wave Elastography, Strain Elastography, Microvascular Flow, Speckle Tracking for Echocardiography with GLS (Global Longitudinal Strain), Transcavitary 3D, Endothelial dysfunction (Flow Mediated Dilation, Reactive Hyperemia), Nerves Ultrasound, Laryngeal Ultrasound, Diaphragm Ultrasound, Ocular/ophthalmic nerve, Transcranial Ultrasound, Ankle-Brachial Index /Toe-Brachial Index (ABI/TBI), Augmented Velocity Index (Avi), Carotid -Femoral stiffness, and more.
Research Policy for Miami Sonogram Center
Policy Statement: Miami Sonogram Center recognizes the importance of research in advancing the understanding and practice of sonography. The purpose of this policy is to provide guidance and direction for conducting research at Miami Sonogram Center and to ensure that all research activities adhere to ethical and legal standards.
Scope: This policy applies to all employees and staff members at Miami Sonogram Center involved in research activities.
Policy Guidelines:
Ethical Considerations: All research activities must be conducted with the highest ethical standards and must comply with all applicable laws and regulations. Miami Sonogram Center follows the guidelines and regulations set forth by the Institutional Review Board (IRB) and the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA).
Research Approval: All research activities must be approved by the Institutional Review Board (IRB) before any research activities can be conducted at Miami Sonogram Center. The IRB will review the research proposal to ensure that it meets ethical and legal standards.
Informed Consent: All research participants must provide informed consent before participating in any research activities. The informed consent process should be clearly explained, and all participants should have a clear understanding of what the research involves, the risks and benefits of participation, and their right to withdraw from the study at any time.
Confidentiality: All research activities must adhere to strict confidentiality standards. Any identifiable information collected during the research must be kept confidential and stored securely.
Data Collection: All research data collected must be accurate, complete, and relevant to the research study. The data collection process must be conducted with the highest degree of accuracy and attention to detail.
Research Reporting: All research results must be reported accurately and honestly. Any conflicts of interest must be disclosed, and any errors or omissions must be corrected promptly.
Research Collaboration: Miami Sonogram Center supports research collaboration with other healthcare institutions and organizations. Any collaborative research activities must adhere to the same ethical and legal standards as Miami Sonogram Center's internal research activities.
Staff Training: All staff members involved in research activities must receive appropriate training and education on research ethics, protocols, and procedures. Training should be ongoing and include updates on changes in regulations and guidelines.
Enforcement: Non-compliance with this policy may result in disciplinary action, up to and including termination of employment. Any violations of ethical or legal standards will be reported to the appropriate authorities.
Policy Review: This policy will be reviewed periodically and revised as necessary to ensure that it reflects current ethical and legal standards and best practices in research.