Congratulations to Meeney Dhir, M.D., F.A.C.C., assistant professor of medicine in the division of cardiology at the Health Science Center, who was named a fellow of the American Society of Echocardiography (ASE). As a fellow of the ASE, she is recognized for her dedication to the society, and for a diverse set of skills and comprehensive knowledge of all aspects of echocardiography.
Echocardiography, also referred to as ultrasound cardiography, is the use of ultrasound when diagnosing cardiovascular lesions. It records the size, motion and composition of various cardiac structures.
“The basis for the fellow designation is ASE membership, certification by the National Board of Echocardiography and leadership in the echocardiographic community,” said Helen Hammond, associate director of membership and fellowship at the ASE. “Within the last year, about 90 members have been designated as fellows of the ASE (FASE). We are very proud to be able to offer this special recognition to the individuals who show such dedication and interest in their profession.”
The ASE is an organization of professionals committed to excellence in cardiovascular ultrasound and its application to patient care.
“Dr. Dhir is a staff cardiologist who brings to our division new expertise in the areas of cardiac imaging and ultrasound of the heart,” said Robert Chilton, D.O., associate professor of cardiology. “She is currently working on research in both of these fields and has published articles in these areas. We are all pleased to know she has been selected as a fellow of the ASE, as she is very deserving of this honor.”
Dr. Dhir joined the Health Science Center two years ago in the cardiology department and has been a member of the ASE for more than three years. She has advanced training in echocardiography, nuclear cardiology and cardiac MRI.
“Echo[cardiography] is a great non-invasive way of getting critical hemodynamic (blood circulation) information that can facilitate patient needs,” Dr. Dhir said. “I’m very honored to be recognized by the ASE and proud to participate in anything that can further the cause of echo.”
