New Module: Introduction to Breast Ultrasound – Advanced Clinical Module

SonoSim is excited to introduce a new addition to the SonoSimulator® training library: the Introduction to Breast Ultrasound: Advanced Clinical Module.

This new module expands SonoSim’s ultrasound education platform by adding hands-on breast ultrasound simulation training, combining structured coursework with realistic scanning cases based on real patient anatomy. The module is designed to help sonography students, radiology trainees, and clinicians build foundational breast imaging skills while learning the scanning techniques and terminology used in modern clinical practice.

Train on Real Patient Breast Ultrasound Anatomy

The module includes six high-fidelity SonoSimulator® scanning cases that allow learners to practice identifying normal anatomy and physiologic findings commonly encountered in breast imaging.

Simulation cases include:

• Screening exam of a normal breast
• Axillary tail (Tail of Spence) anatomy
• Axillary lymph node evaluation
• Dense fibrous breast tissue and cyst
• Lactating patient anatomy
• Post-menopausal breast anatomy

   

Learners practice scanning across multiple imaging windows, including the right and left breast, left axillary tail, and left axilla, helping them understand how comprehensive breast ultrasound exams are performed

Learn Breast Ultrasound Scanning Techniques

The module teaches two commonly used breast ultrasound scanning approaches:

Clock-Face Method

• Radial scanning
• Antiradial scanning

Grid Method

• Longitudinal scanning
• Transverse scanning

These systematic approaches help learners understand how clinicians evaluate breast tissue during screening and targeted ultrasound examinations. 

New SonoSimulator® Scanning Guidance

To improve skill transfer between simulation and real clinical practice, this module introduces new SonoSimulator® Scanning Guides.

These guides include animated demonstrations showing probe positioning and scanning technique on a virtual patient, helping learners visualize how transducer movement affects ultrasound imaging.

Features include:

• Animated probe positioning demonstrations
• Window-specific scanning technique guides
• Narrated instructional videos with transcripts

These tools help bridge the gap between simulation-based ultrasound training and real-world scanning techniques.

Aligned with BI-RADS® 2025

The course also incorporates instruction aligned with the ACR BI-RADS® v2025 Ultrasound Manual, the first major update to the guideline in more than a decade.

The module introduces a BI-RADS lexicon lesson that reflects updated terminology, descriptors, reporting categories, risk stratification, and management guidelines used in clinical breast imaging today.

For ultrasound training programs and imaging centers, this ensures learners are trained using current breast imaging standards.

Course Curriculum

The module combines foundational education with hands-on simulation.

Introduction

• Breast ultrasound overview
• Breast cancer fundamentals
• Breast implants

Anatomy & Physiology

• Breast anatomy
• Breast physiology

Sonographic Anatomy

• Normal breast sonography
• Physiologic variations

Sonographic Technique

• Exam preparation
• BI-RADS lexicon
• Scanning protocols
• Imaging tips and pitfalls

Assessment

• Knowledge checks
• Final mastery test

   

Who This Module Supports

The Introduction to Breast Ultrasound: Advanced Clinical Module is designed for:

• Diagnostic Medical Sonography (DMS) programs
• Radiology residency and fellowship programs
• Breast imaging specialists
• Community hospitals expanding women’s imaging services
• Imaging centers transitioning to BI-RADS® 2025 standards

   

Available Now in the SonoSim Platform

This module is now available to SonoSim Members as part of the SonoSim ecosystem.

All SonoSim modules include:

• Interactive online didactic lessons
• Integrated knowledge assessments
• Hands-on simulator scanning assignments
• Educator performance tracking
• Mobile access to course content