Diagnostic Medical Sonographers

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Sonographers use ultrasound machines to image the abdomen, heart, blood vessels and pregnancies, and share what they see with doctors. They work in hospitals, imaging centers and clinics.

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• Anatomy and Physiology · Science

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• Physical Education · Health and PE

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• Veterinary Science · Career and Technical

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• English 10 · English

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• Calculus · Math

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• Computer Science Principles · Computer Science

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