EPISODE · Feb 1, 2026 · 37 MIN
Ultrasound Then vs Now: The Stories, Standards, and Lessons That Shaped OB/Gyn
from The Seasoned Sonographer · host Lynn Flamm
What you’ll hear in this episode:What OB/Gyn ultrasound looked like when Dr. Bishop began practicingThe early workflow: documentation then vs nowHow clinical decisions were made before today’s detailed imagingHow the physician–sonographer relationship evolvedThe moment ultrasound became protocol-basedHow AIUM standards increased specificity and consistency:required documentation elementsstandardized biometric measurementsplacenta, fluid, cervix expectationsanatomy requirements becoming more detailed and structuredheart expectations expanding beyond 4-chamberDoppler use then vs nowLeadership perspective: quality standards as a Medical DirectorReal-life lessons from 30+ years in women’s healthcareWhere he is today, practicing in a modern group practice© 2026 Sono Techniques Academy / The Seasoned Sonographer Podcast. All rights reserved. I’d love to hear your thoughts, questions, or even topics you’d like me to cover—connect with me @SonoTechniquesAcademy on Facebook facebook.com/profile.php?id=61574057043515 and Instagram instagram.com/sonotechniquesacademy or send me an email at [email protected]. Disclaimer: The information provided in this podcast and any accompanying materials is for educational and informational purposes only. It is not intended as a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. While every effort is made to ensure accuracy, the content is provided “as is” and without warranties of any kind.Always seek the guidance of your physician, qualified healthcare provider, or credentialed ultrasound professional with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition, scan interpretation, or clinical decision-making.The views and opinions expressed are those of the host and guests and do not necessarily reflect those of any organizations or employers. The host assumes no responsibility or liability for any errors or omissions in the content or for any outcomes related to its use.Listeners and participants are solely responsible for how they use the information shared in this podcast or training program.
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In this episode of The Seasoned Sonographer, host Lynn Flamm, RDMS sits down with Dr. Don Bishop, an OB/Gyn physician with more than 30 years of experience, for a warm, story-rich conversation about how OB/Gyn ultrasound has evolved over the decades. Dr. Bishop shares what ultrasound looked like when he first started practicing—how physicians and sonographers worked together, what early ultrasound could and couldn’t show, and how clinical judgment carried the weight before modern imaging and standardized protocols. The conversation moves into the rise of structured requirements and how AIUM standards became increasingly specific over time—shaping what must be documented, which views became required, and why modern ultrasound has become a protocol-driven cornerstone of obstetric care. This episode is part professional history lesson, part clinical insight, and part life reflection—highlighting leadership lessons from Dr. Bishop’s years as a Medical Director, the realities of group practice medicine, and what truly matters after decades of caring for women and families.
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