Scanning with Heart: A Deep Dive into Fetal Cardiac Evaluation

In this episode, we’re focusing on one of the most detail-driven parts of the anatomy survey: the fetal heart. Whether you’re just learning or teaching others, getting consistent, high-quality cardiac views can be one of the biggest challenges in OB ultrasound.

Join your host — a sonographer with over 32 years of OB/GYN experience — as she walks through practical strategies to boost your confidence and improve your cardiac imaging technique every time you scan.

💡 In This Episode, You'll Learn:

Why the fetal heart is more than just the 4-chamber view

How to approach outflow tract and 3-vessel views with clarity

Tips for adjusting when fetal position isn’t ideal

How to troubleshoot maternal habitus

🎯 Who This Episode Is For:
Students, new grads, instructors, providers and any sonographer looking to refine their fetal heart imaging skills.

📌 Pro Tip from the Episode:
“Start with the 4-chamber, but don’t stop there — tracing the flow helps you understand the structure.”

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