Inside SMA’s 2026 Annual Scientific Assembly: Orthopaedic Surgeon Dr. John Fowler on Point-of-Care Ultrasound
In this special preview episode for SMA’s Annual Scientific Assembly in Houston taking place November 6–7, 2026, SMA President Dr. David Netscher is joined by John Fowler, MD, for an engaging conversation on the growing role of musculoskeletal ultrasound in clinical practice. A professor in the Department of Orthopaedic Surgery at the University of Pittsburgh, Dr. Fowler shares how point-of-care ultrasound is helping physicians diagnose and manage musculoskeletal conditions with greater precision.
From evaluating tendon injuries and peripheral nerve compressions to guiding injections and assessing rotator cuff pathology, Dr. Fowler highlights how ultrasound has become an increasingly valuable extension of the physical exam. He also discusses the growing accessibility of ultrasound technology, practical ways physicians can begin incorporating it into practice, and the importance of hands-on learning to build confidence.
The conversation also explores the future of ultrasound, including the expanding role of artificial intelligence in identifying structures, measuring abnormalities, and assisting with diagnosis in real time. Dr. Fowler additionally addresses equipment selection and reimbursement considerations for physicians interested in integrating ultrasound into their workflows.
This episode offers a preview of what’s ahead at the Assembly, where Dr. Fowler will present “Office-Based Ultrasound – In Diagnosis and Therapy/Guiding Treatment.”
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