High-frequency, point-of-care ultrasound is no longer confined to the radiology department. Across plastic surgery, aesthetic medicine, orthopedics, and pain management, clinicians are turning to the modern portable ultrasound machine to transform procedural safety and patient outcomes. 

In a recent video interview with Clarius conducted in Spanish, Dr. Enrique Tang Villanueva, a musculoskeletal radiologist, advisor to international medical societies, and founder of Ultrasonolab, shared his journey from traditional cart-based units to a handheld portable ultrasound machine. He explained how high-definition scanning builds confidence for experienced operators and non-radiologist clinicians alike. 

Watch our video interview in Spanish below to see how Dr. Tang uses his Clarius to teach real-time anatomical awareness, or read on for key insights from the conversation.  

Moving Beyond “Indecipherable Black and White Images” 

For many traditional specialists, adopting ultrasound imaging used to carry a steep learning curve dominated by complex console interfaces and heavy, fixed machinery. Dr. Tang notes that using Clarius produces high-frequency, high-resolution imaging on a smartphone or tablet interface, breaks down these historical barriers. 

Building “Anatomical Awareness” in Real Time 

Whether evaluating facial vascular pathways for dermal fillers, guiding closed rib remodeling, or mapping soft tissue layers before body contouring, Dr. Tang emphasizes that a portable ultrasound machine serves as a live visual roadmap. 

Any specialist who wants to learn to use the ultrasound machine and has some fear or dread or is undecided, understand that what you are going to do is evaluate the anatomy in real time…” he says. “this is the way to be able to understand where you injected, what the injected volume is, whether or not there is a collection, whether or not there is a lesion.

I invite you to pick up an ultrasound machine, pick up a Clarius, see how intuitive it is, and use this tool because it really will change your ability to make decisions quickly,” he adds. this is the way to be able to understand where you injected, what the injected volume is, whether or not there is a collection, whether or not there is a lesion.” 

This approach, what Dr. Tang calls “anatomical dissection in real time“, ensures every injection, biopsy, or aspiration is performed in the exact intended anatomical plane. 

Preventing Complications and Improving Procedural Safety 

Using a portable ultrasound machine at the point of care plays a crucial role in mitigating risk and resolving complications across surgical and non-surgical procedures: 

• Soft Tissue Collections Without Complications: Immediate bedside identification and percutaneous drainage of seromas or hematomas after abdominoplasty, liposuction, or breast surgery. 

• Aesthetic Procedure Safety: Mapping underlying facial vasculature to prevent accidental intravascular injection, and guiding precise hyaluronidase placement if an occlusion occurs. 

• Clear Guidance for Advanced Interventions: Real-time guidance during closed rib remodeling to protect against pneumothorax or hemothorax. 

Being able to understand where the collection is, the volume of the collection, and do an ultrasound-guided percutaneous drainage has improved the patient experience and the safety of the procedures, avoiding a perforation or unnecessary navigation of the needles.” 

Why Clarius Is the Ideal Ultrasound Portable Machine for Modern Workflows 

Transitioning from large institutional systems requires a platform that does not compromise image quality for mobility. Having trained over 750 physicians across 18 cities globally, Dr. Tang highlights several feature advantages that he believes make Clarius an effective portable ultrasound machine for both clinical practice and teaching: 

• High-Definition Resolution: Delivers the clarity required to visualize fine facial vessels, fascial planes, and superficial soft tissues. 

• Mobility & Flexibility: Compact design allows specialists to travel easily between operating rooms, outpatient clinics, and satellite offices without heavy equipment. 

• Intuitive Controls: Wireless operation, touch-based adjustments, and voice commands shorten the onboarding timeline for new users. 

• Remote Assistance & Casting: Live screen casting and cloud connectivity enable real-time feedback, remote mentorship, and collaborative case reviews. 

Clarius has had the ideal formula to impact new operators around the world… the innovation incites them, invites them, and makes their desire to learn grow.” 

Take Your Ultrasound Skills Further with Dr. Enrique Tang

Interested in taking your ultrasound skills further? Dr. Enrique Tang and Ultrasonido Lab offer CME-certified ultrasound training for physicians across the US and Latin America, with hands-on education designed to build confidence in real-world clinical applications.

Courses cover topics including Plastic Surgery, Aesthetic Medicine, Dermatology, Urology, Orthopedics, and Sports Medicine, with programs ranging from foundational ultrasound training to advanced ultrasound-guided procedures, cadaver labs, and training with real patients.

Explore upcoming courses and training opportunities: Ultrasonolab

Free Ultrasound Book for Clarius Users

As part of his commitment to ultrasound education, Dr. Tang is also offering his UltrasonoTips book free to Clarius users in English and Spanish.

Get the free UltrasonoTips book

See Clarius in Action with Dr. Tang 

Whether you are seeking to enhance safety in aesthetic medicine, refine your interventional technique, or incorporate POCUS into your daily workflow, adopting a handheld portable ultrasound machine provides the real-time clarity required for confident decision-making. 

Watch our Spanish-language video interview with Dr. Tang to learn about his scanning protocols, training methodologies, and advice for physicians adopting a portable ultrasound machine. 

Sign up to receive information about Dr. Tang’s upcoming ultrasound-guided plastic surgery training. If you’re interested in learning more about Clarius ultrasound for your practice, a Clarius expert is available to provide a custom virtual demonstration.