The International Society of The Fetus as a Patient

The International Society of The Fetus as a Patient was founded in 1984 by a prestigious group of Perinatal Medicine specialists, the founder and first President being Professor Asim Kurjac.

The aim of The Fetus as a Patient is the progress of the maternal, fetal and neonatal care. To achieve this objective, the Society holds an annual International Congress as well as Advanced Training Courses for post-graduates in Maternal-Fetal Medicine. Since 1987 the International Society of The Fetus as a Patient has also organized postgraduate courses.

The Society periodically edits a book entitled ‘The Fetus as a Patient’ which summarises the most important lectures presented at the congresses.

Australian Sonographers Association (ASA)

Australian Sonographers Association (ASA) is the peak body and leading voice for sonographers.

The ASA’s core objectives are to:

• To provide continuing education for sonographers
• To promote best practice in sonography
• To advocate members' interests and raise the profile of the profession
• To provide a forum for communication
• To provide member services and benefits

The ASA was formed in 1992 in response to the desire of Sonographers across Australia for an organisation which had as its charter, to exclusively consider the issues confronting and challenging Sonographers in the modern environment. The ASA now has a membership of 2,300, almost all Sonographers and 40 corporate members whose support is greatly appreciated. The ASA has pledged to pursue high standards within the practice of Medical Sonography. Find out more about the ASA at http://www.a-s-a.com.au