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BMUS Council
The trustees of the charity, who are also the directors of the company, are the Officers and other members of the Council of the Society. The overall strategic direction of BMUS is determined by the Council and all the key decisions in relation to the charitable activities of the society are taken by the Council. Council members are responsible for ensuring that the Society fulfills the aims and purposes as set out in the Memorandum of Agreement for BMUS. Click here to view this document.
BMUS Council is composed of three groups of individuals. The officers are members who have served on Council and have been chosen to hold positions of responsibility within the Society. There are five Officers: the President, President Elect, Past President, Honorary Treasurer and Honorary Secretary (see below). The largest group on Council comprises those elected by the membership. There are seven of these members. The Articles of Association of the Society are prescriptive regarding the disciplines elected and ensure fair representation. The third group consists of those who sit on Council in a non-voting capacity who are present by virtue of their position in another society of professional group or in their capacity as organisers of the Annual Scientific Meetings. Their number is necessarily variable, but a full meeting of Council, held quarterly, would see approximately twenty professionals seated at the table.
Council is the forum at which decisions are made about the Society's professional activities. The various and varied Committees of BMUS meet independently, discuss proposals and present these with recommendations to Council for final approval. Council is a forum for discussion, debate and decision with the interests of the membership as its central tenet.
As a member of the Society, you have the ability to exercise influence via a number of routes. Firstly you can discuss you thoughts and ideas with a member of Council who would then take them, as your representative, to one of the Committees or to Council. Secondly, you may stand for council yourself, or you can write a letter or article for the Journal. Finally, you can attend the Annual Scientific Meeting and use your vote on the issues on the agenda. The Society belongs to the membership and there is a real opportunity to influence ideas and policies.
Council 2012
- President of BMUS ~ Dr Colin Deane, Physical Scientist, London
- President Elect~ Dr Paul Sidhu, Consultant Radiologist, London
- Past President~ Mrs Julie Walton, University Lecturer & Sonographer, Liverpool
- Honorary Treasurer ~ Dr Roger Moshy, Consultant Radiologist, Peterborough
- Honorary Secretary ~ Dr Carmel Moran, Physical Scientist, Edinburgh
- Senior Journal Editor ~ Mrs Hazel Edwards, Consultant Sonographer, Norwich
- Chair, BMUS Scientific & Education Committee ~ Dr Simon Freeman, Consultant Radiologist, Plymouth
- Ms Ellen Dyer, Sonographer, Cambridge
- Dr Rhodri Evans, Consultant Radiologist, Swansea
- Dr Peter Hoskins, Physical Scientist, Edinburgh
- Dr David Horton, Consultant Radiologist, Hull
- Dr Bob Jarman, A&E Consultant, Gateshead
- Ms Borsha Sarker, Sonographer, Gateshead
- Mr Bill Smith, Consultant Sonographer, London
- Manufacturer’s Representative (AxREM) ~ Mr Geoff Pick, BK Medical
Officers of the Society
President
The president is the figurehead of the Society, representing BMUS at national and international level. He/She are responsible for promoting the development of the Society, for ensuring that changes decided by Council are implemented, and for ensuring the Society continues to represent the interests of its members.
President Elect
The role of the president elect is to oversee the running of the Annual Scientific Meeting, including liaison with the Scientific Programme Organising Committee and working with the General Secretary on issues relating to budget and Manufacturer involvement.
Past President
As third member of the Presidential triumvirate, the Past President ensures continuity within the administration of the Society. He/She are also responsible for liaison with the European Federation for Ultrasound in Medicine & Biology.
Honorary Treasurer
The Treasurer is responsible for the continuing financial health of the Society and is also Chairman of the Publications Committee.
Honorary Secretary
The role of the Honorary Secretary is to keep the membership informed of activities relevant to the Society's charitable objectives. This includes giving regular reports on the discussions and decisions of BMUS Council and a report to the Annual General Meeting. The Honorary Secretary ensures that activities such as meetings and elections are conducted in accordance with the Constitution.
Past Presidents of BMUS
- 2008-2010 Mrs Julie Walton
- 2006-2008 Dr Kevin Martin
- 2004-2006 Dr Grant Baxter
- 2002-2004 Mrs Jane Bates
- 2000-2002 Dr David Pilling
- 1998-2000 Dr Paul Allan
- 1996-1998 Professor David Evans
- 1994-1996 Dr Henry Irving
- 1992-1994 Dr Tony Evans
- 1990-1992 Dr Hylton Meire
- 1988-1990 Dr Tony Whittingham
- 1986-1988 Dr P Davies
- 1984-1986 Dr Norman McDicken
- 1982-1984 Dr P Morley
- 1980-1982 Mr A J Hall
- 1978-1980 Dr E Barnett
- 1977-1978 Dr C R Hill
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Scientific & Education Committee
The Committee advises the Council on matters relating to the development, practice, teaching and monitoring of ultrasound in the various fields where it is used for clinical or research purposes. The committee meets three times a year. Council appoints the chairman for a term of three years and the post holder is a Council member. There is a maximum of nine members on the committee who must include an Honorary Secretary and at least four other members of the society. Members must include a sonographer, medical practitioner and a physicist and they serve three years in the first instance. The balance of the committee is made up of members who can reflect the range of interests of the society.
One of the major roles of the committee is to oversee the programme of BMUS workshops and study days. These meetings are usually organised by BMUS themselves but may be held in association with other bodies with an interest in ultrasound education and development. The committee welcomes suggestions for meetings and is keen to encourage and aid those wishing to organise appropriate workshops and study days.
The committee also reviews and contributes to publications and guidelines on ultrasound topics of a general nature and which may affect the general practice of BMUS members. These publications are available to the membership through the website.
Science & Education Committee 2012
- Chair ~ Dr Simon Freeman, Consultant Radiologist, Plymouth
- Dr Jeff Bamber, Physicist, Sutton
- Dr Peter Hoskins, Physicist, University of Edinburgh
- Dr Bob Jarman, Consultant in Emergency Medicine, Gateshead
- Dr Carmel Moran, Physical Scientist, Edinburgh
- Mr Tim Overton, Consultant Obstetrician, Bristol
- Dr James Pilcher, Consultant Radiologist, London
- Ms Borsha Sarker, Lead Clinical Specialist, Gateshead
- Ms Karen Walton, AXrEM representative
- Mr Stephen Wolstenhulme, Sonographer, Leeds
- Prof Gail ter Haar, Physicist, Sutton- Chair, BMUS Safety Group (attends Jan each year),
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Publications Committee
The aims of the committee include, to oversee editorial and financial control of the BMUS Journal, to nitiate ideas for possible new publications, to evaluate ideas for publication submitted by other members and committees of BMUS, to plan and oversee the production of all BMUS publications and to oversee the development of electronic publications
The Committee meets three times a year and submits written minutes and reports to Council following each meeting. The BMUS website was established in 199 to promote the Society worldwide, serve as an educational tool and provide on-line services for all members. This forum works closely with the Scientific & Education committee to ensure that all BMUS publications are of a quality expected by the membership.
Publications Committee 2012
- Chair - Dr Roger Moshy, Consultant Radiologist, Peterborough
- Senior Journal Editor - Mrs Hazel Edwards, Consultant sonographer, Norfolk & Norwich
- Deputy Editor - Dr Jacinta Browne, Physicist, lecturer, Dublin
- Deputy Editor- Dr Diane Defriend, Radiologist, Plymouth
- Prof Eddie Leen, Professor of Radiology, London
- BMUS Scientific & Education Committee Chair - Dr Simon Freeman, Consultant Radiologist, Plymouth
- BMUS Honorary Secretary - Dr Carmel Moran, Physicist, Edinburgh
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Training Committee
The work of the Training Committee has now been taken over by the Scientific & Education Committee. Please direct any queries to the Chair of the S&E Committee.
The Training committee was formed to address the growing need for training to prevent the misuse of ultrasound by those not properly trained to practice and in line with the BMUS aim to advance education in the field of ultrasound. It aims to raise the profile of training issues for (non-radiological) medical groups in diagnostic ultrasound throughout the UK. Also to develop & maintain links with other medical groups using ultrasound, their professional societies, colleges, training committees and other educational groups. It looks to encourage professional societies, colleges & faculties to publicise the need for proper training in ultrasound amongst their members. These aims are put into practice by:
- Guiding and informing groups about the requirements of proper training programmes and how to set up training programmes.
- Providing expert advice on ultrasound training issues, including input to UK strategies on ultrasound training for medical groups.
- Overseeing the organisation of educational events to raise the profile of training issues.
- Developing, and advising on the development of training materials and programmes.
- Reviewing & contributing to publications and guidelines on ultrasound training issues for medical groups.
The Training Committee developed a template business case for those clinical specialties intending to train SpRs in medical ultrasound, the main thrust being the provision of a new or improved ultrasound service. Both theoretical and practical training are required. The business case primarily focuses on the practical aspects of ultrasound training for non-radiology SpRs, including assessment and mentoring.
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Safety Committee
In 1998 a safety group was set up to advise the membership on safety issues in ultrasound and to make recommendations to them. The group consists of, at most, 6 members, of whom one must be a medical practitioner, one a sonographer and one a scientist. The Safety group's remit is to provide informed advice to the President and Council of BMUS on matters of ultrasound safety, to inform the BMUS membership about safety issues, and to be a focus for action in the UK in matters of ultrasound safety. In addition it reviews the current literature on safety matters. The safety group regularly publishes a statement on the "Safe use, and potential hazards of diagnostic ultrasound", and has produced two guidelines one on "Safety for trainees using live subjects", and a second for the "Safe use of diagnostic equipment". This second Guideline document includes guidance on the use of the safety indices (thermal index and mechanical index) that are displayed on modern imaging equipment, and contains a rationale for the recommendations made. These documents are available on the website, and have been published in the BMUS Bulletin.
Safety Committee 2012
- Chair ~ Dr Gail ter Haar, Physicist, Sutton
- Miss Fiona Bottomley, Sonographer, Uxbridge
- Dr Anne-Marie Coady, Radiology Consultant, Hull
- Dr Haidong Liang, Head of New Technologies Section, Bristol
- Dr Sarah Russell, Consultant Radiologist, Manchester
- Mr Adam Shaw, Physicist, Teddington
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Editorial Board
The members of the editorial board of Ultrasound are invited from the membership of the society and prominent experts in the field of Ultrasound world wide. They reflect and represent the diverse backgrounds of the membership of the society, for example, Radiologists, Sonographers and Physicists. The role of the editorial board of Ultrasound is to provide support for the Editor in that they give expert advice in their fields, commission articles for the journal and review submitted papers. They have a tenure of 3-6 years.
Editorial Board 2012
- Editor-in-Chief ~ Mrs Hazel Edwards, Radiology, Lister Hospital, Stevenage, UK
- Deputy Journal Editor ~ Dr Jacinta Browne, Dublin Institute of Technology, Dublin, Eire
- Deputy Journal Editor ~ Dr Diane DeFriend, Derriford Hospital, Plymouth, UK
- International Editor ~ Professor John Hossack, University of Virginia, Charlottesville, USA
- Dr Okan Akhan, Hacettepe University, Ankara, Turkey
- Dr Enrico Brunetti, Pavia University, Italy
- Dr Emma Chung, University of Leicester, UK
- Dr Peter Cantin, Derriford Hospital, Plymouth, UK
- Professor Wui Chong, University of North Carolina Hospitals, USA
- Dr Anne-Marie Coady, Hull & East Yorkshire Women's anc Children's Hospital, UK
- Dr Neil Cozens, Derby Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust, UK
- Dr Chris de Korte, Radboud University Nijmegen Medical Centre, The Netherlands
- Dr Vikram Dogra, University of Rochester Medical Centre, New York, USA
- Dr Nick Dudley, United Lincolnshire Hospitals NHS Trust, UK
- Dr Tony Evans, University of Leeds, UK
- Dr Giampiero Francica, Presidio Sanitario S. Maria della Pietà, Naples, Italy
- Mrs Vivien Gibbs, University of the West of England, UK
- Dr Bob Jarman, Queen Elizabeth Hospital, Gateshead, UK
- Dr Mukand Joshi, Lokmanya Tilak Municipal General Hospital, India
- Dr Michael Kawooya, Makerere University, Uganda
- Mrs Alison King, Veterinarian, Glasgow Veterinary School, Glasgow, UK
- Dr Bidyut Kumar, Wrexham Maelor Hospital, UK
- Professor Won Jae Lee, Samsung Medical Centre, Korea
- Dr João Carlos Machado, Federal University of Rio de Janeiro, Brazil
- Mrs Fiona Maddocks, NHS Fetal Anomaly Screening Programme, UK
- Dr Kevin Martin, University Hospitals of Leicester, UK
- Dr Gina McGawley, Leeds General Infirmary, UK
- Dr Debbie Nisbet, Royal Women’s Hospital, Victoria, Australia
- Mrs Pam Parker, Hull & East Yorkshire Hospitals NHS Trust, UK
- Dr Lucia Pemble, Griffith University, Nathan, Australia
- Dr Tamie Poepping, University of Western Ontario, Canada
- Dr Rob Reardon, Hennepin County Medical Centre, Minneapolis, USA
- Dr Joachim Richter, Heinrich-Heine-University, Duesseldorf, Germany
- Dr Paul Sidhu, King's College Hospital, London, UK
- Dr Povilas Sladevicius, Malmo University Hospital, Sweden
- Dr Konrad Stock, Technical University Munich, Germany
- Dr Michael Weston, St James’s University Hospital, Leeds, UK
- Dr Ingrid Witters, UZ Gasthuisberg, Leuven, Belgium
- Mr Stephen Wolstenhulme, St James’s University Hospital, Leeds, UK
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