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Ultrasound Training -
Musculoskeletal Ultrasound
Musculoskeletal ultrasound is an accurate, quick, non-invasive and cost-effective diagnostic tool for evaluating injuries and pathology in tendons, ligaments, joints and soft tissues. It is widely used around the world as the primary diagnostic method in these areas. Don't miss this opportunity to explore the applications of this exciting technology with a pioneer in this field. Our intensive two-day program combines lectures with hands-on training to provide you with an excellent foundation of knowledge and skill to get you started in musculoskeletal ultrasound.
Course Topics
Upper Extremity
- Shoulder
- Elbow
- Wrist / Hand
Lower Extremity
- Knee
- Ankle/Foot
Other Areas
- Soft tissue and muscle
- Interventions
At the conclusion of the course, participants will be able to:
Understand wide areas of applications for musculoskeletal ultrasound
Identify normal anatomy in upper and lower extremities
Identify pathology in upper and lower extremities
Understand the basis of interventional musculoskeletal ultrasound
Perform basic musculoskeletal ultrasound exams
Use reliable testing protocols
Target Audience
Physicians (Sports Medicine, Rheumatology, PM&R, Orthopedic, Radiology) seeking entry level information in musculoskeletal ultrasound, scanning and interpretation. Sonographers or health professionals (Trainers) learning musculoskeletal ultrasound.
CME Credits
"The Advanced Health Education Center is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education to provide continuing medical education for physicians."
"The Advanced Health Education Center designates this educational activity for a maximum of 16 hours AMA PRA Category I. Physician should claim credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity."
Fee includes lecture, scanning laboratory instruction with models, and supplies for the classroom and laboratory, Students are responsible for textbooks, housing and transportation.
Courses cater to convenience
Our course content is aimed at the future - your future. In addition to imaging skills coursework, there is a complete line of continuing education seminars that will connect you with the latest information. Seminars are available throughout the year in different cities making it convenient to update existing skills. Partnership classes sponsored in health care facilities can make the education available in smaller geographic venues with the choice of subject content catering to the local audience.
Services are customizable
Faculty is available for private consulting, tutorials, and instruction. Our experts can provide a range of services including image assessment, quality control and quality assurance, accreditation, education, hands-on training, and project management. If you can not wait for a class on our regular schedule, we can arrange for private tutorials. We also provide classes on-site for physicians' groups and radiology departments. We still make "House Calls".