Michael Russo, D
Assistant Professor
Director, AEMUS Fellowship
Assistant Director, Emergency Ultrasound
Core Ultrasound Faculty
mjrusso@salud.unm.edu

Wendy Hanna, MD

Associate Professor 

Division Director, Emergency Ultrasound

Core Ultrasound Faculty

whanna@salud.unm.edu

Pamela Gipson, RDMS, MBA

Lecturer III 

Assistant Director, Emergency Ultrasound

Sonographer, Core Ultrasound Faculty

pgipson@salud.unm.edu

Amanda Medoro, MD

Associate Professor

POCUS Committee Chair

Gillian Baty, MD, MPH, FACEP

Trent Wray, MD

Keith Azevedo, MD

Cori Poffenberger, MD

Oli Ezell, MD (they/them)

Bio- “Born and raised in Austin, TX, Dr. Ezell attended OHSU in Portland, OR for medical school and UNM for their Emergency Medicine residency. They stayed on for fellowship to focus on UNM’s robust resuscitative TEE opportunities. Outside of ultrasound, their interests include studio arts, climbing, and their rescue Frenchie/Pitt mix.”

Abe Keisuke, MD (2023-2024)

Adinda Demske, MD (2022-2023)

• Accredited through the Emergency Ultrasound Fellowship Accreditation Council (EUFAC)
• Duration of fellowship: 1 year
• Two-academic sites: UNM-Hospital and UNM-North Campus (Sandoval Regional Medical Center
  • Level 1 Trauma center and academic facility with high patient acuity (UNMH)
  • Level 3 Center providing a well-rounded community emergency medicine experience
  • ~120,000 patient visits/year between the two sites
• Pediatric Emergency Medicine Department at UNMH and PEM fellowship program
• Opportunities for collaboration with other fellowship programs in: Wilderness Medicine, EMS, Critical Care, Sports Medicine, and Medical Education
• Numerous ultrasound machines to become proficient with including: Sonosite, GE, Phillips, and Mindray. Opportunities to use handheld devices such as Butterfly and GE VScan
• Ultrasound image management with web-based image archival system and wireless image transfer
• Broad, comprehensive, and multi-modal educational curriculum
• Competitive salary and benefits
• Outstanding quality of life in Albuquerque, northern New Mexico, and the American Southwest

An AEMUS fellowship is not just about becoming proficient and an expert in the performance and interpretation of point-of-care ultrasound studies. Fellows will be trained in all aspects of emergency ultrasound, including advanced ultrasound applications (TEE, regional anesthesia, etc), ultrasound education, research, ultrasound system workflow, ultrasound-related information technology (IT) managment, ultrasound equipment upkeep and maintenance, credentialing and privileging, billing, documentation and reimbursement. The ultimate goal is for our graduates to be equipped with skills and knowledge required to function competently in the role of emergency ultrasound director or emergency ultrasound fellowship director in an environment of their choosing.

Upon completion of training, the fellow will receive a certificate of fellowship training from the University of New Mexico.

• Proctored scanning shifts
• Advanced ultrasound applications
• Special emphasis on novel ultrasound applications (ie, Transesophageal echocardiography, ultrasound-guided regional anesthesia)
• Bimonthly ultrasound meetings with focus on ultrasound program management
• Weekly clip review with residents and other learners
• Journal clubs
• Comprehensive Emergency Ultrasound lecture portfolio based on EUFAC requirements
• Image management
• Ultrasound workflow training
• Image Quality assurance review
• Credentialing, billing, and reimbursement
• Research project development and implementation

• Attending shifts: 6-8 shifts/month
• 5 scanning shifts/month
• Minimum of 1,000 ultrasound examinations
• Participation in the weekly ultrasound clip-review conference
• Coordinate and instruct the  resident ultrasound rotation
• Bedside teaching to faculty, residents and medical students
• 4 ultrasound lectures to residents and faculty
• Organize monthly ultrasound skills workshops, with rotators, Emergency Medicine Interest Group (EMIG), and other departments 
• Organize ultrasound journal club
• Implement point-of-care ultrasound protocols
• Complete one original research or scholarly project
• Assist in ongoing quality assurance program
• Maintain ultrasound equipment

• Salary: $120,000 per year
• Ability to internally and externally moonlight
• 401k with match, 403b, and 457b retirement plan options
• Health, Vision, and Dental insurance
• Life insurance options
• Disability insurance options
• Eligibility for tuition-remission through UNM

Training in Albuquerque

Fellows at the University of New Mexico not only gain world-class ultrasound training, but also the opportunity to live and learn in one of the most vibrant and diverse regions in the country. Albuquerque is a city of wide-open skies, rich culture, and endless opportunities for adventure.

Why Albuquerque?

• Culture & Community: Known as one of the oldest continually inhabited regions in the U.S., Albuquerque blends Native, Hispanic, and Anglo influences. Enjoy year-round festivals, world-class museums, and a thriving arts and music scene. Sports enthusiasts will enjoy college athletics through the University of New Mexico, the city's minor league baseball team the Albuquerque Isotopes, and the state's professional soccer team the New Mexico United. 

• Food Scene: Experience iconic New Mexican cuisine, from green chile smothered burritos to award-winning craft breweries and farm-to-table dining.

• Outdoor Recreation: With 310 days of sunshine, the Sandia Mountains, Rio Grande Valley, and high desert are at your doorstep. Hiking, skiing, climbing, cycling, and hot-air ballooning make Albuquerque a hub for outdoor enthusiasts.

• Affordable Living: Albuquerque offers a lower cost of living than many major cities, making it easier to enjoy everything the region has to offer.

• Location: Within hours you can explore Santa Fe’s art and culture, Taos’s world-class skiing, or the dramatic landscapes of national parks like White Sands and Carlsbad Caverns. You are also a short drive away from northern Arizona, southern Utah, and Colorado.

Discover More:

• Events, dining, and local attractions in Albuquerque (https://www.visitalbuquerque.org/)

• Official tourism guide to the state (https://www.newmexico.org/)

All applicants must have graduated from an ACGME-accredited emergency medicine residency and be board-certified or board-eligible with the American Board of Emergency Medicine. In addition, the applicant must qualify for New Mexico medical licensure.

All applicants should apply online via the Emergency Ultrasound Fellowship website. (https://www.eusfellowships.com/programs/applicants)

If you have any questions regarding the application process, please email our Fellowship Coordinator Miriam Bustillos at: mbustillos@salud.unm.edu

Thank you for your interest in our program! We look forward to reviewing your application and learning more about you!