Dr. Greenbaum pointed out that the two societies programs compliment each other. The AACE physician certification and recertification process will ensure that endocrinologists have access to ongoing training in the latest advances in thyroid ultrasound technology and procedures. Participation in the AIUM practice accreditation program will help physicians maintain the highest standards for performing these services in a practice setting. The ultimate beneficiary of the agreement will be the patient through enhanced quality and safety in ultrasound procedures, Greenbaum said.

AACE is a national professional medical organization with over 5,500 members in the United States and 84 other countries. Founded in 1991, AACE is dedicated to the optimal care of patients with endocrine disorders. AACE initiatives inform the public about endocrine disorders. AACE also conducts continuing education programs for clinical endocrinologists, physicians whose advanced, specialized training enables them to be experts in the care of endocrine disease, such as diabetes, thyroid disorders, growth hormone deficiency, osteoporosis, cholesterol disorders, hypertension and obesity.


AIUM is a multidisciplinary association dedicated to advancing the safe and effective use of ultrasound in medicine through professional and public education, research, development of guidelines, and accreditation. AIUMs members include physicians and sonographers from varying specialties, scientists, and engineers. AIUM has established standards for the accreditation of ultrasound practices which serve as a benchmark for professionals seeking to meet nationally accepted protocols for performing ultrasound related examinations. Practices accredited by the AIUM have demonstrated competency in every aspect of their operation.

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