Dr. Deepa Shivnani is a pediatric otolaryngologist specializing in airway management and point-of-care ultrasound. With an MBBS, MD, DNB in ENT, and a Pediatric Otolaryngology fellowship, she researches innovative imaging like laryngeal ultrasound. An award-winning author and speaker, she is a consultant for the WIO Leadership and Mentorship Committee. Outside work, she enjoys dancing and cooking diverse cuisines.

Dr. Magdy Imam is an Intensive Care Anaesthesiologist with extensive experience managing critically ill patients. He specializes in point-of-care ultrasound (POCUS) for diagnostics, procedural guidance, and hemodynamic assessment in critical care. Passionate about education and clinical innovation, Dr. Magdy actively trains and mentors healthcare professionals in advanced echocardiography and ultrasound, promoting excellence in bedside diagnostics and decision-making

Dr. Gigi Liu is an Assistant Professor of Medicine at Johns Hopkins University, serving as a hospitalist and proceduralist with expertise in POCUS and ultrasound-guided procedures. She has over a decade of experience in medical education across all levels and is a test author for the NBE Critical Care Echocardiography exam.

Dr. Theodoros K. Aslanidis, currently working as Intensive Care Unit consultant-researcher, has wide experience from different roles in the field of prehospital emergency medicine, anesthesia and critical care. Served as Head of Postgraduate Studies, College of Offshore and Remote Medicine, Pretty Bay, Malta, where he remain currently as faculty member.

Sylvia is a dedicated healthcare professional with a passion for improving the quality of maternal care and outcomes. Being an obstetric sonographer has been a game changer in her efforts to transform maternal health in the settings where she practices. This commitment has led her to take on training roles in point-of-care ultrasound (POCUS), capacity building for obstetric sonographers, and POCUS curriculum development for institutions of higher learning.

William Miller is a Licensed Paramedic and Flight Paramedic serving the greater Houston area, providing advanced care in aeromedical and prehospital settings. He is board-certified as a Flight Paramedic (FP-C) and Tactical Paramedic (TP-C), with a Bachelor’s in Organizational Leadership and completion of the Certified Public Manager (CPM) program. William is actively involved in prehospital ultrasound education through the POCUS Certification Academy and enjoys reading, history podcasts, and spending time outdoors.

Marta Druzbacka, MSN, FNP-FPA, is a Board-Certified Nurse Practitioner, Master Injector, and founder of MD Ventures Medical Spa and Aesthetic Edge Training Center in Chicago. She is known for her precision, artistry, and evidence-based approach, integrating ultrasound-guided injections, regenerative therapies, and advanced aesthetic techniques to optimize outcomes and elevate safety standards in medical aesthetics.

Dr. Alaa Ahmed Mohamed Elzarka is a clinical lecturer and gynecologic oncologist specializing in OB-GYN ultrasound and point-of-care imaging. He holds the RDMS OB/GYN credential and focuses on ultrasound-based diagnosis in women’s health and early pregnancy care. He collaborates with the POCUS Educational Academy as a webinar speaker and contributor to educational content, with academic work integrating ultrasound, artificial intelligence, and precision oncology to improve clinical decision-making.

Falguni Patel is an Advanced Pediatric Sonographer at Lurie Children’s Hospital of Chicago with over 20 years’ experience. She holds degrees from Triton College and Oregon Institute of Technology and multiple ARDMS credentials. Falguni specializes in pediatric MSK ultrasound, research, and education. She volunteers and presents for SPR, ARDMS, and SDMS, chairs ARDMS Pediatric Sonography, and is passionate about the impact of diagnostic imaging on patient care.

Dr. Kelechi Adioha is a dedicated medical doctor with a strong interest in radiology. Passionate about precision medicine and non-invasive diagnostics, he has pursued internationally recognized ultrasound certifications. As a POCUS enthusiast, Dr. Adioha is committed to advancing ultrasound use across Africa and beyond. He is particularly fascinated by advanced ultrasound techniques, including CEUS, elastography, and 3D ultrasound.

Dr. Noreddine Bouarroudj is a consultant anesthesiologist and critical care physician at Clinique Maissalyne with a long career leading anesthesiology, perioperative care, emergency, and intensive care services in Algeria. He has been instrumental in implementing POCUS, ultrasound-guided anesthesia, critical care and emergency ultrasound, interventional pain management, and Enhanced Recovery After Surgery across several institutions. Since 2017, he has directed a masterclass in ultrasound‑guided anesthesia and POCUS, served on the editorial board of Signa Vitae, and taught widely as a regional anesthesia speaker and workshop trainer. He also holds leadership roles in the African Society of Regional Anaesthesia (AFSRA), including Director of Continuing Medical Education for French‑speaking countries and Head of the Scientific Committee, and is the author of a book on POCUS in critical care, anesthesia, and emergency medicine.

Dr. Abdolghader Pakniyat is an Emergency Medicine consultant specializing in critical care, trauma, and point-of-care ultrasound (POCUS). He is the co-founder of EM Mastery Academy, a FOAMed platform focused on practical, case-based emergency medicine education. He is particularly passionate about bedside decision-making and using ultrasound to guide time-critical diagnosis and resuscitation in high-acuity settings. A former Assistant Professor, he continues to support clinician development through teaching, workshops, and educational publications, with an emphasis on building confident teams and safer emergency care systems.

Amos Gideon is a results-driven Biomedical Engineer with experience in medical device technical support, MedTech R&D, regulatory affairs, and innovation mentorship. He is passionate about advancing healthtech by integrating advanced technologies with sustainable infrastructure. His skills span installation, calibration, troubleshooting, and maintenance of diverse medical equipment. With ISO 13485:2016 certification, he understands the full medical device innovation cycle from concept to commercialization.

Dr. Thushini Goonewardene MBBS, PG. Dip. HSDM (Col), MD Emergency Medicine (Col), POCUS – ARDMS, is an Emergency Physician from Sri Lanka with a special interest in trauma and point of care ultrasound. She is passionate about teaching and enjoys composing music in her spare time.

Tara brings over 18 years of experience in diagnostic medical sonography, with a passion for clinical excellence, education, and innovation. She has served as Lead Sonographer, Clinical Educator, Interim Vascular Lab Supervisor, POCUS Liaison, and in Medical Affairs. Credentialed through ARDMS in multiple specialties and ARRT in sonography, she also holds the distinguished FSDMS title and serves on the SDMS and SDMS Foundation Board of Directors. Tara is a published author, active committee member, and hands-on educator who continues to shape the future of sonography through leadership, scholarship, and training.

Dr. Georgios Tsangalis is a nephrologist with 14 years of experience specializing in ultrasound. He practices at a teaching university hospital and a dialysis clinic, blending patient care and education. Actively involved in ultrasound training (POCUS and vascular access), Dr. Tsangalis regularly teaches interns, junior doctors, and nursing staff, promoting excellence in nephrology and ultrasound-guided care.

Di Lacey is a senior healthcare and academic executive with over three decades of leadership experience spanning health systems, academia, strategy, innovation, and clinical operations. She currently serves as Vice Provost for Strategy, Growth & Transformation at Western University of Health Sciences, leading growth initiatives, partnerships, and innovation across multiple campuses. A board-registered sonographer and radiologic technologist, she holds a DHSc from Pacific University and a BS in Medical Imaging Technology from the University of Nebraska. Known as a trusted, outcomes-focused leader, she excels at bridging academia, clinical practice, and industry to create scalable solutions that drive sustainable growth and impact.

Luis Alberto Rodríguez Linares, MD, PhD, MBA, is an anesthesiologist and PhD in Sciences at the University of São Paulo (USP), currently an MBA candidate in Digital Health at USP. He completed fellowships in Regional Anesthesia and Pain Medicine at Hospital Sírio‑Libanês and Cardiovascular Anesthesia at Western University. He coordinates the Point‑of‑Care Ultrasound (POCUS) Core at the São Paulo Society of Anesthesiology (SAESP) and teaches in the Regional Anesthesia and Pain Medicine postgraduate program at Faculdade Sírio‑Libanês. He is active in national and international societies, including the ESRA International Committee and IARS Grants & Awards Working Group.

Dr. Michael Voight has been a leading educator and clinical physical therapist for over 40 years, specializing in orthopedic and sports injury rehabilitation. He is a tenured professor in Belmont University’s School of Physical Therapy and directs sport and orthopedic clinical residency programs in collaboration with Tennessee Orthopaedic Alliance and the Tennessee Titans. He has served as a physical therapist and consultant for NFL, NBA, MLB, NHL, MLS, and United States Olympic teams, and continues to work clinically with PGA Tour players. A co‑founder of the Selective Functional Movement Assessment (SFMA), he has authored numerous publications and textbooks, lectured internationally, and received multiple national awards recognizing his lifetime contributions to education and sports physical therapy.

Dr. Hector Lopez Cardona is a medical educator with a focus on clinical simulation and point-of-care ultrasound (POCUS) education. With dedicated training in POCUS curriculum design and bedside ultrasound instruction, he develops engaging, competency-based learning experiences that integrate image acquisition, interpretation, and clinical reasoning. His work centers on improving how learners build practical ultrasound skills through deliberate practice, feedback, and simulation-based assessment.

Dr. Ariel Caparas , MD, DPBR, FPCR, MPA, is a Board-Certified Radiologist with 23 years of experience in General Radiology and Ultrasound. He finished his MD from PLM College of Medicine in 2001, completed Radiology Residency Training at QCGH in 2007, and Ultrasound Fellowship Training at EAMC in 2008. A Fellow of the Philippine College of Radiology, he was also the Past President of the Philippine College of Radiology- Southern Luzon in 2021-2023. At present, he is the Chairman of the Department of Radiology at Batangas Medical Center, a tertiary level teaching and training government hospital in the Philippines. He helped establish the Fellowship Training Program in Ultrasound at Batangas Medical Center in 2019 during his time as Training Coordinator.