American Society of Echocardiography

UPCOMING WEBINAR: Join us on July 14 from 6-7 PM ET for the #ASEWebinar, "Guidelines in Practice Webinar Series: Identification and Mitigation of Cardiac Ultrasound Artifacts!" Sign up: bit.ly/4vcFXjX

ASE and the @accpchest.bsky.social recently partnered on a project to develop two educational webinars to improve the understanding of cardiovascular ultrasound's application in pulmonary hypertension. You can find them on our #new Right Heart Resources web page! bit.ly/4nQ5E7p

We quantitatively assessed the degree of echogenicity in the proximal and mid segments of both coronary arteries to determine its additional diagnostic value in 109 patients with clinically suspected Kawasaki disease. Read our JASE article: bit.ly/4dzdHkg

We describe the rare case of a 42-year-old man who presented with an ST-segment elevation myocardial infarction (STEMI) and was ultimately found to have external coronary compression from herniation of the left ventricle through a partial pericardial defect. Read our CASE report: bit.ly/4fBf8kG

Advance your understanding of structural heart intervention planning #SCCT2026. Join our joint session w ASE on 7/11 featuring perspectives on CT & intraprocedural imaging strategies for TAVI, TMVR, TTVR, leaflet modification & septal interventions. 👉 https://ow.ly/xnWq50YVKH1

This CASE presents a diagnostic challenge in which a rare primary cardiac liposarcoma mimicked infective endocarditis. The clinical picture—a young woman with fever and valvular vegetations—initially supported an infectious etiology. Read our CASE report: bit.ly/42rv4OU

UPCOMING WEBINAR: Join us on May 12 from 7-8 PM ET for the FREE #ASEWebinar, "Sonographer Shortages: How is Your Echo Lab Coping?" 🫀 This webinar will provide statistics on the sonographer workforce and share solutions to address sonographer shortages. bit.ly/4vEbtZ0

Have you read the newest #EchoMagazine yet? bit.ly/3QNnP1b This intriguing issue features: 🔶 Women in Echo: A Community Where We Belong 🔶 Tips & Tricks: Evaluating Pulmonary Artery & Branches (Pre-Intervention/normal) 🔶 Tribute to Dr. Robert A. Levine 🔶 And more!

Check out this excellent article by @auntminnie.bsky.social about our new #ASEGuideline, "Recommendations for the Identification and Mitigation of Cardiac Ultrasound Artifacts!" bit.ly/49ht6Ev

ASE Vice President Federico Asch, MD, FASE delivers a fascinating keynote lecture, “The Role of AI in Daily Life at the Echo Lab,” at #CSEcho2026! 🫀

Hope everyone is enjoying #CSEcho2026! 🫀 Come see us to register for upcoming ASE courses, purchase discounted ASE education products, and learn about ASE membership.

ASE Past President Linda Gillam, MD, MPH, FASE introduces the #ASEGuideline, "Guidelines for the Standardization of Adult Echocardiography Reporting," the first major update to adult echo reporting standards since 2002. 🫀 Download it now: bit.ly/4tP5bVo

We've released a #new State-of-the-Art Review, "Left Atrial Strain in Pediatric Cardiology: Evidence to Date and Future Directions." Read our JASE article: bit.ly/3OvhqHi

🫀PRODUCT OF THE MONTH🫀 This 31-page clinical reference (6" × 8") translates the 2025 #ASEGuideline on left ventricular diastolic function into a concise, clinician-focused tool for diastolic assessment and HFpEF diagnosis. Purchase yours today: bit.ly/4dQaG0W

Community is at the heart of the #ASE2026 Scientific Sessions. ❤️ In less than two months, the #ASE2026 Scientific Sessions will be held in Aurora, Colorado from June 26-28, 2026! SAVE up to $125 by signing up for advance registration before June 25. bit.ly/3Nqvtga

ASE mourns the passing of a cardiology giant. Eugene Braunwald, MD sadly passed away on April 22, 2026 at 96-years-old. With a career spanning over seven decades, Dr. Braunwald was one of the most influential figures in the history of cardiovascular care and research.

The #ASEFoundation 17th Annual Research Awards Gala is ALMOST sold out! Join us during #ASE2026 on the evening of June 27 to celebrate cardiovascular ultrasound research and honor ASE’s 2026 award winners. Get your ticket before it's too late. bit.ly/4d4EhTe

Congratulations to the Japanese Society of Echocardiography for a wonderful #JSE2026 meeting. We are honored to attend! Thank you to ASE President David Wiener, MD, FASE and Matteo Morello, MD for representing ASE in Nara. congre.co.jp/jse2026/

Our April 2026 CASE is online! Read it now: bit.ly/40Nrkqd This new issue includes: 🔷 Prenatally Diagnosed RV Diverticulum with Atypical Wide Neck 🔷 Dynamic Features of Cor Triatriatum Sinister 🔷 Interventricular Membranous Septal Aneurysm in an Asymptomatic Patient 🔷 And more!

Anatomically corrected malposition of the great arteries (ACMGA) is an exceptionally rare congenital cardiac anomaly. We report a 50-year-old patient with exertional dyspnea who was initially misdiagnosed as having atrioventricular septal defect (AVSD). Read our CASE report: bit.ly/4vLGkTD

Why is Goal Directed Valsalva beneficial to your lab? ASE is pleased to introduce the #new Goal Directed Valsalva Education Series, featuring a range of free educational resources! Watch the whole series: bit.ly/4lR9MmF

UPCOMING WEBINAR: Join us on May 12 from 7-8 PM ET for the FREE #ASEWebinar, "Sonographer Shortages: How is Your Echo Lab Coping?" 🫀 This webinar will provide statistics on the sonographer workforce and share solutions to address sonographer shortages. bit.ly/4vEbtZ0

CLOSING SOON: Submit a late-breaking clinical study or trial abstract to showcase your innovative research and cutting-edge science at our #ASE2026 Scientific Sessions, which will be held in Aurora, CO from June 26-28! brnw.ch/21x1m2x Deadline for submission: Tuesday at 5 PM ET.

Volunteers Needed! The #ASEFoundation is accepting volunteer applications for a Fall 2026 global health event in Argentina. Learn more about the event, including time requirements, expertise needed, etc. and apply by April 30. bit.ly/41Jgfa3

UPCOMING WEBINAR: Join us on April 28 from 5-6 PM ET for the #ASEWebinar, "Guidelines in Practice Webinar Series: Clinical Applications of Strain!" 🫀 Sign up: bit.ly/3Q4ZRhD

🫀Stay current with the latest in cardiology research! Watch the newest CSE Live Journal Club × JASE podcast featuring Dr. Michael Picard, discussing paper published in the June 2025 issue of JASE. More collaborations with @ase360.bsky.social and educational insights to come at #CSEcho2026.

Call for Volunteers! The #ASEFoundation is accepting volunteer applications for a Fall 2026 global health event in Argentina. Learn more about the event, including time requirements, expertise needed, etc. & apply by April 30. bit.ly/4svrYEa

Kian-Keong Poh, MA, MD, MS, FRCP, FASE and ASE President David Wiener. MD, FASE catch up at #ACC26!

ASE President David Wiener, MD, FASE and ASE President Elect Cynthia Taub, MBA, MD, FASE joined the Imaging Council's meet-up at #ACC26!

Close out #AmyloidosisAwarenessMonth by exploring our Echocardiography and Amyloidosis Resources web page! bit.ly/3HGyPE0 The resources page features: 💙 Guidelines 💙 Cases 💙 Articles 💙 Videos

Are YOU developing a new technology that advances the use of #CVUltrasound? 🫀 Apply to participate in the 2026 Shark Tank Innovation Competition, a special event at #ASE2026 spotlighting emerging technologies aiming to transform the field of echo! Submit your application by April 10. bit.ly/470yniC

Happy #NationalDoctorsDay to our physician members! Today and every day we thank you for the vital and impactful work you do that is changing the world by improving patient care.

Members are at the ❤️ of everything we do at ASE! We appreciate your diverse backgrounds and perspectives, which drive innovation, enhance patient care, and benefit all who live with #CVDisease. Thank YOU for all you do! #HeartofASE #ASEMemberDay #EchoFirst

The #ASEFoundation helps assure the viability & visibility of #CVUltrasound. Thank you to all #ASEF contributors for supporting outreach, engagement, research, leadership development, & travel grants & scholarships. asefoundation.org #HeartofASE #ASEMemberDay