Ultrasound Training - Emergency Medicine Symposium Ultrasound Applications|AHEC
The "Golden Hour" is one of the pillars of emergency medicine. Every minute lost can be a life lost. When you need ultrasound and there is no time to waste; it is not the time to "learn on the job". Be better able to visualize ultrasound images by boosting your understanding of imaging perspectives and recognition of anatomical orientation. Having the skills to perform abdominal trauma exams, the FAST procedure, 1st trimester pregnancy and cardiac ultrasound scans may make the difference! Participants in this course will benefit from "hands on scan labs" where the ultrasound faculty will teach you the essential skill and technique to acquire an ultrasound image to make a quick and accurate diagnosis.
Advanced Health Education Center, Ltd. has taught this course for physicians and technologists in the U.S., China, and South America for a number of years. The course is being expanded with an optional special procedure day for emergency physicians who will be performing ultrasound guided procedures.
Objectives
At the completion of this course, the learner will be able to:
- Successfully complete emergency medicine ultrasound examinations following correct patient preparation and procedure protocols.
- Identify and display appropriate normal anatomy and orientation in the ultrasound field of view.
- Demonstrate a working knowledge of the importance of quality assurance in ultrasound as described in SAEM guidelines.
- Understand variations in scanning protocols for demonstration of pathologies in emergency medicine examinations.
- Be able to develop mapping techniques to approach a variety of scanning situations.
- Be able to identify sources and research reference materials for additional information in emergency medicine ultrasound.
Course Topics
- Physics and Instrumentation
- Prevertebral Vessels (spleen and kidneys)
- Liver and Biliary System
- Abdominal Trauma, the FAST exam
- Cardiac Imaging in the ED
- 1st Trimester Pregnancy with endovaginal imaging
- Ultrasound Appearance of Pathology
- Hands-on Scanning
Target Audience
Emergency Medicine Physicians or Trauma Surgeons who will be performing ultrasound examinations in the Emergency Department or in surgery.
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". |
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