In this week’s episode, we sit down with Jan Sloves, RVT, RCS, FASE, a nationally recognized vascular imaging expert and educator who has spent decades working at the intersection of ultrasound, clinical decision making, and physician training. The conversation explores the real-world gaps he sees in vascular imaging labs, from inconsistent studies and communication breakdowns between physicians and sonographers to operational challenges that affect diagnostic accuracy and patient care.
Jan also shares how he built Ultrasound Unlocked, a global education platform where he publishes weekly vascular case discussions and training resources for clinicians worldwide. Throughout the episode, he explains how he works directly with practices to improve imaging performance, why physicians need to stay closely involved in their labs, and what it actually takes to produce scans clinicians can trust when making treatment decisions.
04:02 The mission behind Ultrasound Unlocked and building a global education community
07:34 Communication gaps between physicians and sonographers in vascular imaging
09:36 Developing a lower extremity arterial protocol and improving diagnostic workflows
13:58 How Jan evaluates practices and approaches lab training
19:55 Why physicians must actively teach and review scans with their staff
22:54 The importance of detailed scans to avoid procedural surprises
38:02 Why the overall standard of vascular imaging needs improvement
39:43 The real cost of turnover and why investing in staff improves patient care
Who Should Listen
Vascular surgeons, interventional physicians, sonographers, and clinicians involved in vascular imaging who want to understand how ultrasound quality, lab culture, and physician engagement impact clinical decision making.
About Jan Sloves, RVT, RCS, FASE
Jan Sloves is a nationally recognized vascular imaging expert and educator with more than 30 years of experience advancing ultrasound techniques and training healthcare professionals. He founded Ultrasound Unlocked to help clinicians elevate their skill sets by mastering the techniques that turn good scans into great diagnostics. Through the platform, he has built a global community dedicated to collaboration and excellence in vascular imaging. Whether you are a physician or an RVT, this training sharpens technical and interpretive skills, builds confidence, and elevates patient care.
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🔗 Website: UltrasoundUnlocked.com
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