Volunteer Connect: July 2026

The Inteleos Foundation is recruiting Technical Advisors for the 2026 MedMissions Program. Technical Advisors are certified ultrasound professionals from the Inteleos network who provide expert guidance to awardee teams. This year’s cohort of awardee teams are implementing obstetric POCUS training programs across sub-Saharan Africa, training frontline providers in low-resource settings. Advisors with expertise in curriculum development or OB/GYN maternal health training are especially encouraged to apply. This volunteer role is flexible, virtual, and incredibly fulfilling as you work with health providers in developing nations.

Fill out the interest form here: https://inteleosfoundation.org/ta

Samantha serves as the Radiography Program Director at Southeast Kentucky Community and Technical College. She began her healthcare career as a Registered Technologist in 2013. Driven by a passion for sonography, she later earned her Bachelor of Health Science degree with an emphasis in Cardiac Sonography and obtained ARDMS credentials in Adult Echocardiography and OBGYN. Outside her career and volunteering, Samantha enjoys spending time with her son and family, as well as baking, painting, and gardening.

“With more than a decade of experience in medical imaging, I am honored to volunteer with the American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonography in support of the continued advancement of the sonography profession.”

“Working as a registered diagnostic medical sonographer has been one of the most rewarding times in my journey.”

Sa’ad is a Registered Diagnostic Cardiac Sonographer, and currently teaches cardiovascular technology and ultrasound scanning at Florida State College at Jacksonville.

Sa’ad has been a volunteer item writer for ARDMS exams since 2023.

Malissa is an experienced pediatric cardiac sonographer with more than 20 years of dedicated service at Duke Health System. She specializes in pediatric cardiac ultrasound and has developed deep expertise in caring for children with complex congenital heart conditions.

Among her many skills, fetal echocardiogram is her favorite, allowing her to support families early in their journey. Throughout her career, Malissa has been recognized for her patient‑centered approach, her calm presence, and her unwavering commitment to delivering high‑quality cardiac imaging for the youngest and most vulnerable patients.

Malissa has written items for the Pediatric and Fetal Echocardiography exams and SKILLS quizzes. Her blend of professional dedication, compassion, and personal balance makes her a trusted and valued member of both her clinical team and her community. Outside of her work and volunteering, Malissa loves spending time with her family outdoors.