About the Degree Program
The Bachelor of Science in Diagnostic Medical Sonography Program is a full-time program consisting of four fall and spring semesters with one intervening summer session. It teaches students to use non-invasive techniques that utilizes high frequency ultrasound waves with detectors and a display apparatus to produce diagnostic images of internal organs and structures.
Learn MoreThe Sonography Profession
Sonographers assist the physician in gathering pertinent anatomical, physiological, and/or pathological sonographic data and images necessary to diagnose a variety of conditions and diseases.
Learn MoreInformation Sessions
The Bachelor of Science in Diagnostic Medical Sonography Program occasionally hosts information sessions meant to inform prospective students about the program requirements, the curriculum, or just to answer questions they may have.
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Explore essential links for students and alumni of our Bachelor of Science in Diagnostic Medical Sonography Program. Discover accrediting and credentialing organizations, professional organizations and valuable resources to advance your career.
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The program has two location sites in Arkansas: Little Rock and Fayetteville. Learn more about the vibrant communities in both cities.
Diagnostic Medical Sonography News & Announcements
Spotlight on the Department of Imaging and Radiation Sciences
The Department of Imaging and Radiation Sciences offers bachelor of science programs in diagnostic medical sonography, nuclear medicine imaging sciences and radiologic imaging sciences. In this issue’s column, their directors provide updates on recent developments and growth in their programs.
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Winners of College’s 2024 Staff Excellence Awards Named
In April, the College of Health Professions announced the recipients of the 2024 Staff Excellence Awards. Tammy Brooks, executive assistant in the Nuclear Medicine Imaging Sciences and Diagnostic Medical Sonography programs, was the recipient of the Excellence in Customer Service Award. CJ Carrell, college business administrator, was the recipient of the Excellence in Performance Award.
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UAMS Graduates 1,134 Health Care Professionals
The University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS) on May 18 conferred degrees and certificates to 1,134 students in its five colleges and graduate school. UAMS awarded 175 degrees or certificates to students in the College of Medicine, 172 in the College of Nursing, 583 in the College of Health Professions, 78 in the College…
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Layla Simmons, Thao Vu Honored with 2023 Faculty Excellence Awards
The recipient of this year’s Excellence in Teaching Award is Layla Simmons, M.Ed., RDCS, RDMS, assistant professor in the Department of Imaging and Radiation Sciences, Diagnostic Medical Sonography program. This award recognizes an educator who has exemplified the mission of UAMS and CHP by educating future and current health professionals and the public. Simmons’ extensive,…
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Accreditation
The diagnostic medical sonography program at the University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences is accredited by the Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs (CAAHEP), upon the recommendation of The Joint Review Committee on Education in Diagnostic Medical Sonography (JRC-DMS). The contact information for CAAHEP is 9355 113th St. N #7709, Seminole, Florida 33775. Telephone: 727-210-2350 https://www.caahep.org/. The contact information for JRCDMS is P.O. Box 2050, Ellicott City, Maryland 21041. Telephone: 443-973-3251 http://www.jrcdms.org.
Contact Information
Primary Contacts
General Information
Phone: 501-686-6848
Fax: 501-686-8770
Email: DMSProgram@UAMS.edu
Layla Q. Simmons, M.Ed., RDCS, RDMS
Program Director
Email: LQSimmons@UAMS.edu
Tammy Brooks
Executive Assistant I
Email: BrooksTammyL@UAMS.edu
Mailing Address
Division of Diagnostic Medical Sonography
Department of Imaging and Radiation Sciences
College of Health Professions
University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences
4301 W. Markham St., Slot 563B
Little Rock, AR 72205-7199