[Congressional Record (Bound Edition), Volume 153 (2007), Part 18]
[House]
[Page 24516]
[From the U.S. Government Publishing Office, www.gpo.gov]




            ULTRASOUND: THE STETHOSCOPE OF THE 21ST CENTURY

  (Mr. WILSON of South Carolina asked and was given permission to 
address the House for 1 minute and to revise and extend his remarks.)
  Mr. WILSON of South Carolina. Mr. Speaker, I rise to recognize the 
talented and dedicated students, faculty, and staff of the School of 
Medicine of the University of South Carolina for the innovative work 
they are doing in the development and use of ultrasound technology.
  Often called the stethoscope of the 21st century, ultrasound holds 
great potential for future advancements in medicine. With the growing 
portability and accessibility of modern ultrasound devices, this 
technology will help physicians better diagnose and treat patients for 
conditions such as heart failure, gallstones, aneurysms, and much more, 
particularly in rural areas. USC is leading the way by establishing an 
ultrasound institute to ensure graduates are well trained in the use of 
ultrasound technology.
  I appreciate Dr. Richard Hoppman, Dr. Prakash Nagarkatti, and Dr. 
Stanley Fowler for taking the time to introduce me to this training 
program, as well as for the extraordinary work they are doing on behalf 
of the USC community in the advancement of health care.
  In conclusion, God bless our troops, and we will never forget 
September the 11th.

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