American Society of Echocardiography

A professional society for cardiovascular ultrasound professionals. It serves physicians, sonographers, nurses, veterinarians, and scientists in the field. ASE develops practice standards and guidelines for cardiovascular ultrasound, with more than 80 active guidelines covering clinical applications and imaging. Educational offerings include online learning, in-person courses, webinars, and physical products for lab use. The society also hosts events such as comprehensive echocardiography courses and scientific sessions. Its Learning Hub provides online educational resources and related products, including course recordings and clinical reference materials. ASE supports innovation through initiatives such as the Accelerator Program and ImageGuideEcho Registry, which assesses quality metrics and patient outcomes. Membership is open to people interested in cardiovascular ultrasound.