Australian Institute of Ultrasound

29/10/2025

We’re inviting pregnant women to join us for a complimentary pregnancy ultrasound.

These supervised scanning sessions offer a unique opportunity to see your baby, whilst also assisting with training doctors in ultrasound.

Important information:
—Volunteers between 7-36 weeks gestation.
—Appointments are held in-person at our Broadbeach, Gold Coast location.
—No doctor referral required.
—Support people and partners welcome.
—These scans are not medical check-ups and don’t replace your regular pregnancy care.
Plus, all of our pregnant volunteers will receive goodies and a voucher.

Register your interest here https://www.aiu.edu.au/free-pregnancy-ultrasound/

27/10/2025

Happy Australasian Sonographers Day!

Today we celebrate the incredible sonographers who are at the heart of AIU’s training and education.

From guiding clinicians through their first ultrasound scan, to supporting experienced practitioners in refining their skills, their impact is seen and heard in every session we deliver. Our sonographers aren’t just experts behind the probe; they’re educators, mentors, and role models who bring real-world clinical experience into every course. Their skill and dedication ensure that our training at AIU remains practical, relevant, and exceptional.

To all our sonographers — thank you for the expertise, enthusiasm, and professionalism you bring to AIU every day.

21/10/2025

Still need to complete your CPD hours before year’s end? Refine your ultrasound skills and enhance clinical decision making with AIU’s hands-on, small-group training, guided by our team of practising doctors and sonographers.

With 30 years leading the way in point-of-care ultrasound education, AIU is trusted by thousands of healthcare professionals each year for:
—Real-patient scanning with our unmatched volunteer database
—Expert teaching from clinicians and sonographers
—Courses tailored to every stage of your ultrasound journey

Limited places remain in our final 2025 course offerings.

Explore upcoming dates and secure your spot today: https://www.aiu.edu.au/ultrasound-courses/

10/10/2025

We are delighted to announce that The Resuscitative TEE Project will be returning to AIU to host their Gold Coast Workshop on November 22nd.

This one-day course equips clinicians with both the knowledge and skills to perform Focused Transesophageal Echocardiography (TEE/TOE) in critically ill patients within acute care settings.

To learn more about the workshop, please visit https://www.resuscitativetee.com/goldcoast

30/09/2025

We're pleased to share that our 2026 MSK Ultrasound Guided Injection Course dates are now live!

Aimed at doctors and allied health professionals, this courses focuses on integrating ultrasound guided injections into the diagnosis and management of common upper and lower limb conditions.

Our 2025 courses filled quickly. If you’re planning for 2026, now’s the best time to secure your place.

Explore our upcoming intakes and register here: https://www.aiu.edu.au/ultrasound-courses/msk/guided-injections-4day

26/09/2025

AIU's first Intermediate Echo Course offering wrapped up today! Our fully-booked course saw healthcare professionals build their point-of-care echocardiography expertise through advanced imaging techniques, assessments, and real-world clinical applications.

A big thank you to our incredible faculty and dedicated cohort for making the first iteration of this course a great success.

Don't miss out on the chance to advance your echocardiography skills. We have limited places remaining in our 2026 offerings, secure yours now.

Register here: https://www.aiu.edu.au/ultrasound-courses/cardiac/intermediate-echo-course

12/09/2025

Final 2025 Intake | 3 Nov 2025

Don’t miss our Third Trimester Ultrasound for Midwives!

This one-day course builds practical third-trimester PoCUS skills you can use on your next shift.

With sonographer-led small-group teaching and live scanning with pregnant women, participants will receive personalised guidance in a practical learning environment.

Secure your place: https://www.aiu.edu.au/ultrasound-courses/midwives/third-trimester-ultrasound

09/09/2025

One of our longest-serving volunteers, Jean, has joined us nearly 550 times! She keeps coming back because she enjoys helping doctors practise their scanning skills, as well as the friendly chats with our team.

Volunteers like Jean are at the heart of AIU. If you’d like to get involved, register your interest today: https://www.aiu.edu.au/ultrasound-volunteer/

14/08/2025

Join us on the Gold Coast this November for hands-on MSK training led by world-renowned Prof Carlo Martinoli and leading local experts.

—Advanced ultrasound scanning techniques
—MSK ultrasound-guided interventions, including hydrodissection & barbotage
—Diagnostic and interventional approaches to pain
—Live scanning demonstrations with integrated case discussions.

Designed for clinicians working in pain, MSK, and sports medicine, this two-day symposium blends real-world practice with world-class faculty.

📅 1–2 November 2025
📍 AIU, Gold Coast

Learn more → https://martinoliultrasound.com/innovations-in-musculoskeletal-imaging-diagnostics-and-pain-management/

Don’t forget to use discount code 'AIU' to receive $75 off your ticket price!

06/08/2025

Volunteer call out!

We're looking for pregnant volunteers to help with training doctors in ultrasound techniques. Enjoy a complimentary ultrasound session, inclusive of a FREE bounty bag filled with goodies, and see your baby whilst supporting essential medical training.

Requirements:
—Pregnant women at 7-13 weeks or 24-36 weeks gestation.
—Able to attend in-person at our location in Broadbeach on the Gold Coast.

No doctor referral required, express your interest in volunteering by registering via the link below today.

We’re inviting pregnant women to join us for a supervised scanning session and help doctors learn how to safely perform pregnancy ultrasound. These appointments are free, friendly, and held at our Gold Coast centre.

21/07/2025

Calling Parents of Brave Little Helpers! 👶🧒🧑‍🦱
We’re seeking children aged 0–14 to take part in our Paediatric Ultrasound Course this August — a gentle, hands-on experience that helps qualified doctors refine their ultrasound skills when scanning children.

✨ $20 gift card for each participating child
🧸 A calm and friendly environment
🎨 Quiet activities available while you wait
👩‍⚕️ Scans are performed by qualified doctors training in Paediatric Ultrasound
🕐 Each session takes around 1 hour, with flexible booking times

📍 WHERE: Australian Institute of Ultrasound – 2 Miami Key, Broadbeach Waters
📅 WHEN: Monday 11 – Friday 15 August, between 9 AM and 4 PM
👨‍👩‍👧 A parent or guardian must attend

📞 Call us on 07 5526 6655 or submit the form to register your interest.

Support medical education and give your child a memorable, meaningful experience.

Help us train the next generation of doctors …and have fun at the same time! Children aged 2-14 years required as ultrasound patient models to assist in Paediatric ultrasound training. Course led by Paediatric specialist. Hands-on learning for Children in anatomy and physics; Dedicated education r...

16/07/2025

🚨URGENT CALL OUT🚨
– Pregnant Volunteers Needed THIS FRIDAY!

Due to last-minute cancellations (and births!), we’re in urgent need of a few more pregnant volunteers for our Intrapartum Ultrasound course this week, 18-19 July on the Gold Coast.

👶 Ideally 36+ weeks
👩‍⚕️ No referrals needed
🎁 Complimentary bounty bags + vouchers
👨‍👩‍👧 Partners and support people welcome
🍼 A unique chance to see bub again before birth!

Your support helps doctors improve their ultrasound skills during labour — a rare and vital opportunity.

Can you help? Or know someone who can?
Please message us or sign up here https://www.aiu.edu.au/free-pregnancy-ultrasound/ — we’d be so grateful. ❤️