ASA - Conference 2012

ASA2012 Canberra – Broadening your horizons

As the premier education event for the ASA, the 19th Annual National Conference delivers a forum where innovative ideas can be shared and discussed, as well as providing the ideal environment for professional networking. ASA2012 Canberra seeks to capture the knowledge and explore some of the developments which are shaping todays sonographers, which will influence our profession into the future.

A broad range of distinguished local and international speakers as well as a faculty of Australia’s most experienced sonographers will lead our multi-disciplinary program which promises exciting, interactive and informative presentations focusing on the areas that are of most importance to sonographers.

Broaden your horizons and join us at ASA2012 Canberra.

Registration brochure (PDF 1.37MB)
become a sponsor
submit your abstract
2012 Awards of Excellence
key outcomes
who should attend
key dates
not a member?

become a sponsor

Our sponsorship packages have been designed to maximise your company’s exposure and return on investment. The ASA’s Annual National Conference is celebrated as the largest educational and networking experience for sonographers in Australia and this is your opportunity to display your products and services in an environment that directly targets the key decision makers in diagnostic medical imaging. Contact the ASA Member Services Officer for your ASA2012 Canberra Sponsorship Prospectus.

submit your abstracts - prizes and grants of up to $5000 on offer

Presenting a paper or poster is the ultimate way to share ideas and gain recognition for your expertise among fellow professionals. Your participation as a presenter is precisely what the ASA2012 Canberra conference culture of innovation and knowledge sharing is all about. Delegates can benefit directly from your presentation by applying your perspective and experiences to their own work environment.

Six reasons to submit a paper for presentation

Enhance your skills to help you take the next step in your career
Research new or different ideas which could make a real difference to your workplace
Promote discussion and receive input from your peers on your ideas
Increase your potential by meeting contacts and colleagues in your profession
Enjoy sharing your ideas and participating in educating other members of the sonographic community
Enrich the experience of delegates by contributing to the collaborative learning environment that all delegates value.

The following prizes aim to encourage and celebrate excellent contributions to the profession:

Best Research Presentation
- Best Research Paper Grant of up to $5,000.00 will be awarded to the winner of the Best Research Paper Prize if the presenter fulfils additional criteria.
Best Clinical Presentation
Best Proffered Oral Presentation
Best Student or First Time Presenter Presentation
Best Poster or Case Study Presentation

Call for papers now open

2012 ASA Awards of Excellence - nominate now

There is no better way to highlight the important role of sonographers in the healthcare sector than by nominating someone who you believe would be a worthy recipient of one of these prestigious awards. Be inspired by the stories of our inaugural 2011 ASA Awards of Excellence recipients and be part of the ASA2012 Canberra gala dinner on Saturday 26 May 2012 as we announce our 2012 Awards of Excellence recipients.

Find out more

key outcomes

Update knowledge and skills in all streams of medical sonography
Identify new techniques and practice management strategies for improving patient outcomes
Recognize normal and abnormal pathology based on sonographic examination
Expand non-clinical skills in team building, communication and leadership
Be among the first to gain hands-on experience with the new technology on display
Interact, exchange ideas and network with colleagues

who should attend?

Sonographers
Student sonographers
Health professionals looking to enter the profession
Allied health professionals with an interest in medical sonography,
Educators and researchers
Physicians and registrars with an interest in medical sonography.

key dates

17 February 2012 - Abstract submission closes
16 March 2012 - Early Bird registration closes
24 May 2012 - ASA Masterclass series
25 May 2012 - ASA2012 Canberra commences 10.00am
25 May 2012 - ASA Annual General Meeting 5.30pm
26 May 2012 - Cardiac Day
26 May 2012 - ASA Awards of Excellence
27 May 2012 - Conference concludes 3.00pm

Not a member, not a problem

Join the ASA now and and not only get 15 weeks FREE membership, but you also receive the discounted member registration rate to attend ASA2012 Canberra. Download the application form or contact the ASA Membership Officer on 03 9585 2996 or members@a-s-a.com.au