The UCLA Fetal Echo Symposium is a pivotal event that focuses on enhancing sonographers’ skills in detecting congenital fetal heart disease. This year’s conference featured a comprehensive curriculum designed for both low-risk and high-risk pregnancies, emphasizing the latest clinical techniques and innovations in fetal cardiac imaging.

Attendees engaged with world-class experts through didactic lectures, round-table discussions, and interactive sessions, including a live-scanning tutorial. Highlights also included personal testimonials from young patients who have overcome significant cardiac challenges, bringing a powerful, human element to the proceedings.

Tracy Francis, Director/Instructor of the Diagnostic Medical Sonography Program, expressed her gratitude for the experience: “One of the most enjoyable parts of the conference is when they bring up the children to share their experiences and how they are thriving. Many have faced major cardiac issues and have undergone multiple open-heart surgeries before the age of five! A big thank you to the MSJC Foundation for allowing our students to participate in this great event. They had a fantastic day and learned invaluable skills to implement in their future careers.”

MSJC is committed to providing students with opportunities that foster professional growth and excellence in the field. The knowledge the DMS students gained at the UCLA Fetal Echo Symposium will enhance their preparation for successful careers in diagnostic medical sonography.

About the DMS Program The Diagnostic Medical Sonography Program at MSJC is dedicated to training the next generation of skilled medical imaging professionals. Our curriculum combines theoretical knowledge with hands-on experience, preparing students for successful careers in the healthcare field.

About UCLA Fetal Echocardiography Symposium

The UCLA Fetal Echocardiography Symposium is an annual event that brings together experts in fetal cardiac imaging to share insights, techniques, and advancements in the field. With a focus on both education and patient experience, the symposium aims to improve outcomes for families affected by congenital heart disease.

About Mt. San Jacinto College

Mt. San Jacinto College (MSJC) is a comprehensive community college serving a 1,700-square-mile area from the San Gorgonio Pass to Temecula, with campuses in San Jacinto, Menifee Valley, Temecula Valley, and San Gorgonio Pass. MSJC offers courses and programs that satisfy the transfer requirements of four-year colleges and universities.

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Designed to meet the standards set by the National Registry of Paramedics, the program maintains an exceptional 6:1 student-faculty ratio to ensure individualized instruction. The comprehensive 1-year program is fully funded by Riverside County, with the grant covering all expenses, including tuition, books, uniforms, labs, parking, and exam fees. MSJC plans to start a new cohort every six months, with funding secured for four total cohorts.

James Scholl, a retired Fire Captain/Paramedic with 27 years of experience in Emergency Medical Services (EMS), serves as the Program Director. Schol has been instrumental in expanding the EMT program at MSJC since joining the college in February 2023. Under his leadership, the EMT program has grown from 30 students to 87 across the San Jacinto and Menifee Valley campuses, with plans to expand to the Temecula Valley Campus in the future. The EMT program, which runs for one semester with cohorts starting in both fall and spring, serves up to 30 students per cohort. Completing the EMT program also provides students additional points toward entry into MSJC’s nursing, radiology, and diagnostic sonography programs. Approximately 50% of EMT students qualify for the Riverside County Regional Equity and Recovery Partnership (RERP) grant, which covers all expenses through October 2025.

Scholl highlights the impact of the EMT program, stating, “This program serves diverse needs and provides students the opportunity to start working immediately at a hospital, fire department, or with an ambulance service. It is a clever way for students to find out if the medical field is the right fit for them.”

Speaking on the new Paramedic Program, Scholl expressed his excitement: “Our paramedic program will fill a void in Southwest Riverside County, where there is high demand from private companies and fire departments. Upon graduation and passing the exam, our students will be making a livable wage. This is a dream come true for me. When I retired from the fire department, this was my dream—to build this program from the ground up. To say I am passionate about it is an understatement.”

For more information on the upcoming Paramedic Program or the EMT program at MSJC, visit MSJC’s official website or contact the San Jacinto Campus.

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About Mt. San Jacinto College

Mt. San Jacinto College (MSJC) is a comprehensive community college serving a 1,700-square-mile area from the San Gorgonio Pass to Temecula, with campuses in San Jacinto, Menifee Valley, Temecula Valley, and San Gorgonio Pass. MSJC offers courses and programs that satisfy the transfer requirements of four-year colleges and universities.

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