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British Society of Echocardiography

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The British Society of Echocardiography was formed to promote the study and advancement of cardiac ultrasound imaging and Doppler techniques, through professional reputation and representation, education and quality benchmarking

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British Society of Echocardiography @bsecho.bsky.social · 1h
Congratulations to our four Investigator of the Year finalists who will present their research at BSEcho 2026: 💚Evelyn Greenhough 💚 Samuel Krasner 💚 Scott Malcolm 💚 Gavin McClean Learn more: www.bsecho.org/Public/News/Articles… #echosky #cardiosky
The shortlisted finalists
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British Society of Echocardiography @bsecho.bsky.social · 5h
JOB OF THE WEEK Looking for a change? James Paget University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust are recruiting a Chief Cardiac Physiologist - closing Friday 11 October 2026: www.jobs.nhs.uk/candidate/jobadvert… #echosky #cardiosky
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British Society of Echocardiography @bsecho.bsky.social · 23h
Recently accredited? Start collecting reaccreditation points by attending our upcoming conference, BSEcho 2026 At BSEcho you can: 💚Earn reaccreditation points 💚Keep up with practice updates 💚Network 💚Develop professionally Register: www.bsecho.org/BSEcho2026/BSEcho202…
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British Society of Echocardiography @bsecho.bsky.social · 30/09/2026
Before the AGM, remember to read the Committee reports on our website! This is how our Committees remain accountable to you, offering key updates and an overview of their invaluable work over the past year Read: www.bsecho.org/Public/Public/About-…
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British Society of Echocardiography @bsecho.bsky.social · 30/09/2026
❓Do you have questions about accreditation? 💚 Are you a BSE member? 📅It's not too late to register for our virtual drop-in accreditation clinic - coming to a screen near you on Thursday 1 October 2026: www.bsecho.org/iCore/Events/Event_d… #echosky #cardiosky
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British Society of Echocardiography @bsecho.bsky.social · 29/09/2026
Today is World Heart Day, a time to think about cardiovascular disease, as well as ways to prevent or reduce the risk of it developing Part of this year's call to action is 'Walk more, live more' - how are you getting your steps in today? Share your pictures with us! #echosky #cardiosky
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British Society of Echocardiography @bsecho.bsky.social · 29/09/2026
Taking the written exam? If you're sitting your TTE, Stress, TOE or CHD exam with Pearson VUE, it helps to familiarise yourself with what to expect Pearson VUE provide info on check-in, ID, and test centre rules Learn more: www.pearsonvue.com/us/en/test-taker… Good luck!
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British Society of Echocardiography @bsecho.bsky.social · 29/09/2026
Looking to improve your knowledge? Check out position statements and more on our Resource hub: 💚Position statement: Chaperones 💚AI: a BSE position statement 💚Guidance on international accreditations Learn more: www.bsecho.org/Public/Public/Resour…
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British Society of Echocardiography @bsecho.bsky.social · 28/09/2026
🚨 TRUSTEE ELECTION - YOUR VOTE MATTERS Trustees play a vital role in guiding the BSE, and now’s your chance to decide who represents you Read our candidate statements and vote by 23:45 on Tuesday 6 Oct 2026 Read more: www.bsecho.org/Public/News/Articles…
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British Society of Echocardiography @bsecho.bsky.social · 28/09/2026
One day left to book for our conference dinner. Don't miss out, no late booking options! Mark our 35th anniversary in sonographic style: 💚Reconnect with friends 💚Enjoy a delicious three-course meal 💚Party with DJ John Jones! Book: bsecho.org/iCore/Events/Event_displ…
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British Society of Echocardiography @bsecho.bsky.social · 27/09/2026
Our Workforce and Leadership committee address topics such as career pathways Next up is Dr Clint Asher, Consultant Cardiologist, who discusses his cardiology specialisms and cowboy namesake! #BSEBehindTheScenes Read more: bsecho.org/Public/News/Articles/202…
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British Society of Echocardiography @bsecho.bsky.social · 26/09/2026
Still undecided on BSEcho 2026? Let us tempt you with our highlights from last year… Watch here: youtu.be/53Qf4_zvtl0 #echosky #cardiosky
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British Society of Echocardiography @bsecho.bsky.social · 26/09/2026
Did you know that our guidelines are available in handy pocket format through our app, EchoCalc? 🍏 version: apps.apple.com/gb/app/echocalc/id46… 🤖 version: play.google.com/store/apps/details?… #echosky #cardiosky
Someone looks at the amyloid guideline through EchoCalc on their phone
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British Society of Echocardiography @bsecho.bsky.social · 25/09/2026
Preparing for the Basildon practical on Sunday 15 Nov? Mr Steve Hodgson, National Lead for BSE Practical exams, explains why attending our monthly accreditation clinic can help Our next clinic is on Thursday 1 Oct. Register: www.bsecho.org/iCore/Events/Event_d…
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British Society of Echocardiography @bsecho.bsky.social · 25/09/2026
Attending this year's BSE conference? We have increased the maximum amount of BSE points available from 10 to 12 points This brings our points allocation in line with other CPD providers Learn more: www.bsecho.org/Public/News/Articles… #echosky
Delegates at BSEcho 2025
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British Society of Echocardiography @bsecho.bsky.social · 24/09/2026
📢NEW CONTENT! You can now find the American Society of Echocardiography article on the prevention of work-related musculoskeletal disorders for cardiac sonographers here: bsecho.org/Public/Public/Resources/… #echosky #cardiosky
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British Society of Echocardiography @bsecho.bsky.social · 24/09/2026
[AD] JOB OF THE WEEK Looking for a change? Belfast Health and Social Care Trust are recruiting a Chief Cardiac Physiologist (Echocardiography) Trust Wide Band 7 - closing Tuesday 13 October 2026: jobs.hscni.net/Job/44440/chief-card…
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British Society of Echocardiography @bsecho.bsky.social · 23/09/2026
📞Calling all resident doctors! 💚Don't miss BSE + BJCA Echo skills days 2026, a great chance to gain key skills and practical experience in a supportive setting 📅 Oct - Manchester 📅 Nov - London 📃Hands-on sessions 🧑‍🏫 Expert faculty 🧑‍🏫 eLearning content 🧑‍💻 Book: www.bsecho.org/echoskills
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British Society of Echocardiography @bsecho.bsky.social · 23/09/2026
At this year's conference, we'll be scanning delegates into sessions to track attendance and ensure we can award BSE points accurately If you're attending in person, keep 'scanning' your inbox over the next few weeks for more information! #echosky #cardiosky
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British Society of Echocardiography @bsecho.bsky.social · 22/09/2026
It's so important to use sterile gel in situations inc: 💚Invasive procedures 💚Exams on the severely immunocompromised 💚Intensive care Read more: www.gov.uk/government/publications/…
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British Society of Echocardiography @bsecho.bsky.social · 22/09/2026
There is just a week left to book a place on our conference dinner - don't miss out, there's no late bookings available! 💚Reconnect with friends and colleagues 💚Enjoy a delicious three-course meal 💚Party with DJ John Jones! Book: bsecho.org/iCore/Events/Event_displ…
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British Society of Echocardiography @bsecho.bsky.social · 21/09/2026
TRUSTEE ELECTION VOTING NOW OPEN Your vote matters 💚 Trustees play a vital role by guiding the BSE. You can decide who represents you. Read our candidate statements and vote by 23:45 on Tuesday 6 October Learn more: ow.ly/sf2050ZPzOI
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British Society of Echocardiography @bsecho.bsky.social · 19/09/2026
Professor Martin Stout shares his favourite part of the BSE website for a #SaturdayShoutout today - and somehow we don’t think you'll be surprised… Check it out here: www.bsecho.org/Public/Public/Resour… #echosky #cardiosky
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British Society of Echocardiography @bsecho.bsky.social · 18/09/2026
Want to hone your leadership skills? The BSE Leadership Academy, with Kairos, has developed a new 'Emerging Leaders' course In our blog, Dr Catherine Townsend discusses the Academy's evolution and the new offering Learn more: www.bsecho.org/Public/News/Articles…
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British Society of Echocardiography @bsecho.bsky.social · 18/09/2026
Looking to advance your echo knowledge? Watch our West Midlands regional webinar: Aortic regurgitation on catch-up Earn up to 2 BSE points for every full webinar watched Find it and other webinars here: www.bsecho.org/Public/Public/Educat… #echosky #cardiosky
An image of someone watching the West Midlands regional webinar on catch-up next to an attendee 2026 quote: "Easy to understand, breaking down and recapping on the current guidance was very helpful."
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British Society of Echocardiography @bsecho.bsky.social · 17/09/2026
We are delighted to announce the publication of our updated departmental accreditation standards, strengthening governance and ensuring high-quality patient care from accredited echo departments Find out more: www.bsecho.org/Public/News/Articles…
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British Society of Echocardiography @bsecho.bsky.social · 17/09/2026
JOB OF THE WEEK Looking for a change? Salisbury NHS Foundation Trust are recruiting a Highly Specialised Cardiac Physiologist (Echo) closing Sunday 27 September 2026: www.jobs.nhs.uk/candidate/jobadvert… #echosky #cardiosky
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British Society of Echocardiography @bsecho.bsky.social · 16/09/2026
Interested in research? 🫀@thebhf.bsky.social Translational awards webinar 📅Wednesday 30 September 2026 Take a deep dive into the awards available as well as success stories, and a Q&A Register today: www.bsecho.org/iCore/Events/Event_d… #echosky #cardiosky
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British Society of Echocardiography @bsecho.bsky.social · 16/09/2026
A heartfelt thank you to all those who supported the assessment at Wythenshawe Hospital at the weekend 💚 we couldn't do it without your hard work! #echosky #cardiosky
CHD assessorsTTE and stress assessorsLevel 1 assessorsTOE assessors
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British Society of Echocardiography @bsecho.bsky.social · 16/09/2026
Nominations for our Board of Trustees close TOMORROW - are you ready for the challenge? Find out more about the nomination process here: www.bsecho.org/Public/News/Articles… #echosky #cardiosky
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British Society of Echocardiography @bsecho.bsky.social · 15/09/2026
📢NEW CONTENT! We've added a new inpatient transthoracic triage SOP to the #BSEResourceHub Find it here: www.bsecho.org/Public/Public/Resour… #echosky #cardiosky
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British Society of Echocardiography @bsecho.bsky.social · 15/09/2026
🫀@pccs.bsky.social 9th Annual Conference – New Frontiers in Cardiovascular Care 📅24-25/09/2026 A virtual event for practitioners working across primary and community care exploring the rapidly evolving field of cardiovascular care Register: pccsuk.org/events/1016/pccs_9th_ann…
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British Society of Echocardiography @bsecho.bsky.social · 14/09/2026
The British Society of Echocardiography Annual General Meeting will take place during BSEcho 2026 on Saturday 17 October 2026 in Manchester. Find out more here: www.bsecho.org/Public/News/Articles… #echosky #cardiosky
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British Society of Echocardiography @bsecho.bsky.social · 13/09/2026
Ever wondered where echo equipment in clinics comes from? Debbie Wilson, echocardiographer, details her exciting new role - Clinical Specialist in Diagnostics, Capital Equipment and Services for NHS Supply Chain Learn more: www.bsecho.org/Public/News/Articles…
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British Society of Echocardiography @bsecho.bsky.social · 13/09/2026
Best of luck to all those taking their practical assessment today - you've got this! 💚 #echosky #cardiosky
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British Society of Echocardiography @bsecho.bsky.social · 12/09/2026
Excited for the BSEcho conference quiz? Could you be an echo egghead or a myocardial mastermind? Dr Abbas Zaidi, quizmaster and Consultant Cardiologist, reflects on last year's quiz as a starter for ten! Read his blog: www.bsecho.org/Public/News/Articles…
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British Society of Echocardiography @bsecho.bsky.social · 12/09/2026
Best of luck to all those taking their practical assessment today - you can do it! 💚 #echosky #cardiosky
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British Society of Echocardiography @bsecho.bsky.social · 11/09/2026
This weekend is our 73rd practical assessment in TTE, Level 1, TOE, congenital and stress echo and we're looking forward to welcoming our candidates to Manchester! #echosky #cardiosky
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British Society of Echocardiography @bsecho.bsky.social · 11/09/2026
Did you know that as a BSE member, you may be eligible for reduced cost indemnity insurance? As an echo practitioner, this is so vital! Find out more through Partners&: www.partnersand.com/businesses/busi… #echosky #cardiosky
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British Society of Echocardiography @bsecho.bsky.social · 10/09/2026
Nominations for our Board of Trustees are open until next Thursday 17 September 2026 - are you ready for the challenge? Find out more about the nomination process here: www.bsecho.org/Public/News/Articles… #echosky #cardiosky
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British Society of Echocardiography @bsecho.bsky.social · 10/09/2026
JOB OF THE WEEK Looking for a change? Royal Surrey NHS Foundation Trust are recruiting a Highly Specialist Cardiac Physiologist - Echocardiography closing Monday 14 September 2026: www.jobs.nhs.uk/candidate/jobadvert… #echosky #cardiosky
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British Society of Echocardiography @bsecho.bsky.social · 09/09/2026
Taking the TTE, TOE, Level 1 or ACCE practical exam in Basildon on Sunday 15 November 2026? Logbooks must be submitted by Wednesday 30 September 2026 to secure a space For further information, please click here: www.bsecho.org/iCore/Events/Event_d… #echosky
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British Society of Echocardiography @bsecho.bsky.social · 09/09/2026
Have you received your copy of ECHO journal? We'd love to hear which articles inspired or intrigued you! You can also read the ECHO journal here: www.bsecho.org/Public/Resources/Pub… #echosky #cardiosky
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British Society of Echocardiography @bsecho.bsky.social · 09/09/2026
Our team are out of the office today for team training - please bear with us as there will be a slightly longer email and call response time
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British Society of Echocardiography @bsecho.bsky.social · 09/09/2026
Our team are out of the office today for team training - please bear with us as there will be a slightly longer email and call response time
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British Society of Echocardiography @bsecho.bsky.social · 08/09/2026
🫀@pccs.bsky.social 9th Annual Conference – New Frontiers in Cardiovascular Care 📅24-25/09/2026 A virtual event for practitioners across primary and community care exploring the rapidly evolving field of cardiovascular care Register now: pccsuk.org/events/1016/pccs_9th_ann…
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British Society of Echocardiography @bsecho.bsky.social · 08/09/2026
🚨BOOK NOW 💚 North West regional webinar: Sports cardiology 📅 Thursday 1 October 2026 🖥️ Webinar 📜 2 BSE points View the programme and secure your place: www.bsecho.org/iCore/Events/Event_d… #echosky #cardiosky
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British Society of Echocardiography @bsecho.bsky.social · 07/09/2026
Curious about clinical research? Don't forget Foundations in Research Skills and Techniques (FIRST) - a half-day course tailored to help you take the first steps in clinical research 🗓 Thursday 15 October 2026 📍Manchester Book: bsecho.org/iCore/Events/Event_displ…
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British Society of Echocardiography @bsecho.bsky.social · 06/09/2026
Nominations for our Board of Trustees are open until Thursday 17 September 2026 - are you ready for the challenge? Find out more about the nomination process here: www.bsecho.org/Public/News/Articles… #echosky #cardiosky
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British Society of Echocardiography @bsecho.bsky.social · 05/09/2026
Our Workforce and Leadership committee address key issues such as career development Next up is Catrin Williams, Lead Clinical Scientist, who talks professional and personal journeys #BSEBehindTheScenes Learn more: bsecho.org/Public/News/Articles/202…
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