Thomas Jefferson University Student JoAnn Aichroth Published in Journal of Diagnostic Medical Sonography

PHILADELPHIA, PA (02/18/2013)(readMedia)-- JoAnn Aichroth, a sonography student at Thomas Jefferson University's Jefferson School of Health Professions, and assistant professor Traci Fox, MS, RT(R), RVT, RDMS, were published in the February issue of the Journal of Diagnostic Medical Sonography (JDMS). This bimonthly publication contains the latest information about diagnostic and interpretation methods of medical sonography. Aichroth's article, "Retroaortic Left Renal Vein," gives an overview of an unusual condition in which the left renal vein passes posterior to the abdominal aorta and anterior to the vertebrae. This is considered to be of clinical importance, especially during surgical procedures.

"This article was a beneficial way to expand knowledge on the evaluation of the anatomy with the use of ultrasound," says Aichroth. "Thanks to my professor and co-author, Traci Fox, I genuinely enjoy furthering my education especially when it comes to ultrasound, and I hope to share this knowledge and passion with others. The hard work and dedication that went into writing this article came from my father. Unfortunately, he passed shortly before the publication and never had a chance to see the article, but I hope this made him proud."

Fox is certainly proud of her student. She says, "The article will inform students and sonographers about a renal vasculature anomaly that, if missed, could adversely impact surgeons and their patients. The fact that it was published without revisions is extraordinary, especially at her level, and is a testament to her talents. She is at the beginning of a very exciting career if she stays on her current path."

To read the article, "Retroaortic Left Renal Vein" in the Journal of Diagnostic Medical Sonography (JDMS), please click here.

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About Thomas Jefferson University

The Radiologic Sciences program at Jefferson School of Health Professions is part of Thomas Jefferson University (TJU), the largest free standing academic medical center in Philadelphia and nationally renowned for medical and health sciences education and innovative research. Founded in 1824, TJU also includes Jefferson Medical College (JMC), the Jefferson Schools of Nursing, Health Professions and Population Health and the Graduate School of Biomedical Sciences. Jefferson University Physicians is TJU's multi-specialty physician practice consisting of the full-time faculty of JMC. Thomas Jefferson University partners with its clinical affiliate, Thomas Jefferson University Hospitals.