Laura Berardelli
Dalton
Summary
Dedicated MFM Sonographer with over 20 years of experience in diagnostic imaging and fetal health assessments. Expertise in advanced sonography techniques and teamwork, contributing to improved patient outcomes and accurate diagnosis through meticulous image interpretation.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
MFM Sonographer
Lehigh Valley Maternal Fetal Medicine
Scranton
08.2023 - Current
- Collaborated with medical staff to interpret imaging results, enhancing diagnostic accuracy for patient care.
- Performed detailed fetal ultrasounds to assess maternal and fetal health.
- Collaborated with physicians to develop patient care plans based on ultrasound findings.
- Operated advanced sonography equipment to capture high-quality imaging results.
- Utilized specialized imaging techniques such as 3D and 4D scanning to evaluate fetal anatomy.
- Performed obstetrical measurements on all trimesters of pregnancy including biparietal diameter, head circumference, abdominal circumference, femur length and estimated fetal weight.
- Administered Doppler studies to measure blood flow through vessels in order to diagnose potential problems with placental function or umbilical cord compression.
- Assisted physicians in complex procedures like amniocentesis and chorionic villus sampling, ensuring safe and effective interventions.
- Interpreted ultrasound images for diagnosis and treatment planning purposes.
- Collaborated with obstetricians, radiologists, neonatologists, geneticists, midwives, and nurses in a multidisciplinary team.
Breast Sonographer
Delta Medix/Lehigh Valley Health System
Scranton
09.2014 - 08.2023
- Performed diagnostic ultrasound examinations to assess patient conditions.
- Collaborated with physicians to determine imaging requirements and protocols.
- Documented images and findings accurately in electronic medical records systems.
- Conducted ultrasound scans to accurately diagnose and monitor patient conditions.
- Captured and developed diagnostic images in accordance with physician orders to facilitate effective diagnosis and treatment.
- Compiled comprehensive reports of sonographic findings to support clinical decision-making in diagnosis and treatment plans.
- Collaborated with other healthcare professionals to coordinate patient care.
- Analyzed images for abnormalities or other signs of disease.
- Assisted radiologists with procedures such as biopsies, FNAs, and vascular accesses.
Sonographer
Moses Taylor Hospital
Scranton
03.2003 - 06.2014
- Conducted detailed ultrasound examinations for prenatal assessments.
- Performed ultrasound scans of patients to diagnose and monitor medical conditions.
- Captured and developed images following physicians' orders allowing proper diagnosis and treatment.
- Collaborated with medical staff to accurately interpret imaging results, enhancing diagnostic processes.
- Prepared comprehensive reports on sonographic findings, supporting effective diagnosis and treatment planning.
- Operated mobile imaging equipment to capture medical information at patients' bedsides, operating, and emergency rooms.
- Collaborated with other healthcare professionals to ensure comprehensive patient care.
- Assisted radiologists during biopsies, FNAs, and vascular accesses, contributing to successful procedural outcomes.
Education
Associate of Science - Diagnostic Ultrasound
Crozer Chester Medical Center
Chester, PA03-2003
Bachelor of Science - Medical Imaging
Misericaordia University
Dallas, PA12-2000
Skills
- Obstetrical ultrasound proficiency
- Fetal ultrasound
- Sonography equipment operation
- Doppler studies
- Advanced doppler techniques
- Image interpretation
- Diagnostic imaging
- High-risk pregnancy
- Fetal growth monitoring
- Nuchal translucency assessment
- First trimester screening
- Cervical length measurement
- Amniotic fluid assessment
- Multiple gestation management
- Breast sonography proficiency
- Small parts sonography
- Electronic medical records
- Team collaboration
- Obstetric and gynecologic sonography
Certification
- RDMS
Timeline
MFM Sonographer
Lehigh Valley Maternal Fetal Medicine
08.2023 - Current
Breast Sonographer
Delta Medix/Lehigh Valley Health System
09.2014 - 08.2023
Sonographer
Moses Taylor Hospital
03.2003 - 06.2014
Associate of Science - Diagnostic Ultrasound
Crozer Chester Medical Center
Bachelor of Science - Medical Imaging
Misericaordia University