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| Feb 7 - 11, 2010 | | | 23rd Annual State-of-the-Art Echocardiography |
| | Description: | State-of-the-Art Echocardiography is a premier educational venue for echocardiography in clinical practice. This superbly rated meeting is designed to meet the needs of all who practice the art and science of echocardiography. The program is redesigned yearly to accommodate the evolving needs of inquisitive attendees.
Topics includ quantitative echocardiography, valvular and ischemic heart disease, stress/contrast echocardiography, advances in imaging in coronary disease, state-of-the-art and clinical applications of transesophageal echocardiography (TEE), diastology, physiological disease management and myopericardial diseases. Special Workshops are available on focused topics of interest to the general as well as specialty participants.
Unique Features: Audience response system to enhance immediated feedback. Simultaneous large screen video display of both speaker and presentation. Easy access to faculty members. Workshops that encourage one-on-one interaction. Efforts will be made to introduce the clinical applications using new technology. | | | Location: | InterContinental Montelucia Paradise Valley, AZ USA | | | Contact Name(s): | Amber Buff | | | Director(s): | James Seward, MD/Steven Lester, MD/Thomas Ryan, MD/Michael Picard, MD/Bijoy Khandheris, MD | | | Sponsor: | American Society of Echocardiography (ASE) | | | Comments: | There are a maximum of 39.25 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits available for this educational activity. | | | Phone: | 919-297-7157 | | | Fax: | 919-882-9900 | | | Email: | ase@asecho.org | | | Web Address: | www.asecho.org | | | | | | | | |
| Feb 22 - 25, 2010 | | | Arrhythmias & the Heart |
| | Description: | This symposium will explore approaches to the diagnosis, management and prevention of common rhythm disorders including mini-symposiums on atrial fibrillation and ventricular arrhythmias. In addition, one day will be devoted to the diagnosis and treatment of patients with congestive heart failure and the associated arrhythmias. Mayo Clinic and gues faculty will share "pearls" to aid in the evalutation and assessment of patients with cardiac arrhythmias. Patient management case sessions and an audience interaction system allowing attendees to respond to questions will be used throughout the conference to enhance learning. Attendees are encouraged to bring cases from home for discussion with the faculty. | | | Location: | Wailea Beach Marriott Resort and Spa Wailea, Maui, HI USA | | | Contact Name(s): | Mayo School of Continuous Professional Development | | | Director(s): | Paul A. Friedman, MD/Stephen C. Hammill, MD/Douglas L. Packer, MD | | | Sponsor: | Mayo School of Continuous Professional Development | | | Comments: | There are a maximum of 18 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits available for this educational activity. | | | Phone: | 507-284-2509 | | | Fax: | 507-284-0532 | | | Email: | cme@mayo.edu | | | Web Address: | www.mayo.edu/cme | | | | | | | | |
| Feb 22 - 26, 2010 | | | 15th ANNUAL 2010 CARDIOLOGY AT CANCUN |
| | Description: | The purpose of the meeting is to integrate state-of-the-art knowledge in cardiology with multimodality cardiac imaging in a clinically-based approach. The scope of the program is broad and will cover a wide spectrum of diseases ranging from ischyemic heart disease to cardiac genetics in adults. Expert faculty will present practical clinical approaches to diagnostics and latest management strategies of challenging and controversial topics in cardiology. | | | Location: | Marriott CasaMagna Resort Cancun, MEX | | | Contact Name(s): | Mayo School of Continuous Professional Development | | | Director(s): | Guy S. Reeder, MD, FACC, FAHA & Steve R. Ommen, MD, FACC, FAHA | | | Sponsor: | Mayo Clinic | | | Comments: | There are a maximum of 24.5 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits available for this educational activity. | | | Phone: | 507-284-2509 | | | Fax: | 507-284-0532 | | | Email: | cme@mayo.edu | | | Web Address: | www.mayo.edu/cme | | | | | | | | |
| Mar 1 - 3, 2010 | | | Emergency Ultrasound Introductory Course -- March 2010 |
| | Description: |
Program Name: Emergency Ultrasound Introductory Course -- March 2010
Start Date: 03/01/2010
End Date: 03/03/2010
AMA Cat. 1 CME Credits: 24.0
Other CME Credits: 24.0 ACEP
Advanced Registration: $1,485.00
Regular Registration: $1,525.00
Location: Gulfcoast Ultrasound Institute
Address: 4615 Gulf Blvd., Suite 205
St. Pete Beach, FL 33706
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Course Itinerary
Course follows ACEP guidelines for the basic primary applications.
Emergency Ultrasound Objectives:
At the completion of the program the participant should be able to:
1. Discuss the basic fundamentals of ultrasound physics/instrumentation and recognize image artifacts.
2. Explain the operation of the ultrasound system controls and appropriate transducer selection for different applications.
3. Perform ultrasound evaluation of the trauma patient (FAST exam).
4. Perform the scan protocols for focused evaluation of the abdomen (including aorta), female pelvis and adult heart.
5. New! Demonstrate the use of ultrasound guidance for vascular access and fluid aspirations.
6. Identify normal/abnormal image characteristics of the abdomen (including aorta), female pelvis, first trimester OB, ectopic pregnancy and adult heart.
7. Describe image orientation, transducer preparation, scan protocols for performing an endovaginal GYN exam.
8. Apply the information discussed in a clinical setting, under supervised conditions until an accepted level of proficiency has been achieved.
9. Increase knowledge and confidence to perform and/or interpret examinations. | | | Location: | Gulfcoast Ultrasound Institute Saint Pete Beach, FL USA | | | Contact Name(s): | Gulfcoast Staff | | | Director(s): | James Mateer, MD, RDMS, Corky Hecht, BA, RDMS, RDCS, RVT, RT (N) | | | Sponsor: | Gulfcoast Ultrasound Institute | | | Phone: | 727-363-4500 | | | Fax: | 727-363-0811 | | | Email: | learn@gcus.com | | | Web Address: | http://www.gcus.com/ProgramDetails2.aspx?ID=363&scheduleID=355&type=PROGRAM&mode | | | | | | | | |
| Mar 4 - 5, 2010 | | | Vascular Interpretation |
| | Description: | The two day course will begin with hemodynamics, pathophysiology, and state-of-the-art Doppler instrumentation.
The majority of the course will focus on interpretation of vascular studies and case analysis of cerebrovascular, peripheral arterial, peripheral venous and abdominal Doppler studies. The course will also include some of the more unusual findings in vascular disease. Informal question and answer sessions will be incorporated throughout the program to facilitate a high level interactivity between participants and faculty. Course participants are invited to bring their interesting or challenging cases.
| | | Location: | Jefferson Ultrasound Research and Education Institute Philadelphia, PA USA | | | Sponsor: | Jefferson Ultrasound Research and Education Institute | | | Phone: | 215-955-8533 | | | Fax: | 215-923-9452 | | | Email: | jurei@mail.tju.edu | | | Web Address: | www.jefferson.edu/jurei | | | | | | | | |
| Mar 4 - 5, 2010 | | | Advanced Emergency Ultrasound Course -- March 2010 |
| | Description: | Course Objectives
At the completion of the program the participant should be able to:
1. Identify sonographic characteristics associated with hepatobiliary disease, pancreatic pathology, renal disease and fluid localization.
2. Explain the role of ultrasound for extended applications including, but not limited, to pneumothorax, ocular and musculoskeletal procedures in the emergency department.
3. Demonstrate the use of ultrasound guidance for vascular access and fluid aspirations.
4. Explain imag. techniques & scan planes used in cardiac U/S.
5. Recognize normal cardiac structures & identify ultrasound findings associated with cardiomyopathy, pericardial effusion, cardiogenic shock, dissection & other hypotensive conditions.
6. Discuss imaging techniques, normal and abnormal characteristics associated with lower extremity venous examinations.
7. Explain examination techniques, normal sonographic findings and commonly seen abnormalities associated with testicular ultrasound.
8. Describe scanning techniques used in foreign body localization.
9. Increase knowledge and confidence to perform and/or interpret emergency medicine ultrasound examinations.
10. Apply the information discussed in a clinical setting, under supervised conditions until an acceptable level of proficiency and appropriate hospital credentialing has been achieved. | | | Location: | Gulfcoast Ultrasound Institute Saint Pete Beach, FL USA | | | Contact Name(s): | Gulfcoast Staff | | | Director(s): | James Mateer, MD, RDMS, Corky Hecht, BA, RDMS, RDCS, RVT, RT (N), Andreas Dewitz, MD, RDMS | | | Sponsor: | Gulfcoast Ultrasound Institute | | | Phone: | 727-363-4500 | | | Fax: | 727-363-0811 | | | Email: | learn@gcus.com | | | Web Address: | http://www.gcus.com/ProgramDetails2.aspx?ID=330&scheduleID=322&type=PROGRAM&mode | | | | | | | | |
| Mar 10 - 13, 2010 | | | Ob/Gyn Ultrasound - Core Course |
| | Description: | A comprehensive 3-day review of ultrasound applications in Obstetrics. Focus is on current standards of practice in conventional 2D imaging/Doppler. Typical topics covered include first trimester, detailed fetal anatomic survey, obstetrical measurements workshop, Doppler, fetal anomalies, multiple gestation, placenta and cervix, invasive procedures. An optional supervised hands-on scanning session is offered on Saturday. | | | Location: | Jefferson Ultrasound Research and Education Institute Philadelphia, PA USA | | | Sponsor: | Jefferson Ultrasound Research and Education Institute | | | Phone: | 215-955-8533 | | | Fax: | 215-923-9452 | | | Email: | jurei@mail.tju.edu | | | Web Address: | www.jefferson.edu/jurei | | | | | | | | |
| Mar 16 - 17, 2010 | | | New Review Course! Adult Echocardiography Registry Review - March 2010 |
| | Description: | Back by popular demand, Gulfcoast Ultrasound Institute is offering comprehensive registry reviews! Each review program is taught by a leading expert in the ultrasound profession in an interactive format and includes a mock registry exam using an interactive Audience Response System. The courses, whether in person or via a live webinar, are designed to meet the needs of those individuals taking the ARDMS board exam.
Can’t Travel? No problem. Each program will be broadcasted live on the web for individuals to actively participate in the program. Webinar participants will have the opportunity to submit questions during the review allowing them to be fully engaged in the program. | | | Location: | Gulfcoast Ultrasound Institute, and Online Saint Pete Beach, FL USA | | | Contact Name(s): | Gulfcoast Staff | | | Director(s): | TBA | | | Sponsor: | Gulfcoast Ultrasound Institute | | | Phone: | 727-363-4500 | | | Fax: | 727-363-0811 | | | Email: | learn@gcus.com | | | Web Address: | http://www.gcus.com/ProgramDetails2.aspx?ID=382&scheduleID=374&type=PROGRAM&mode | | | | | | | | |
| Mar 16 - 17, 2010 | | | New Review Course! Vascular Technology Registry Review -- March 2010 |
| | Description: | Back by popular demand, Gulfcoast Ultrasound Institute is offering comprehensive registry reviews! Each review program is taught by a leading expert in the ultrasound profession in an interactive format and includes a mock registry exam using an interactive Audience Response System. The courses, whether in person or via a live webinar, are designed to meet the needs of those individuals taking the ARDMS board exam.
Can’t Travel? No problem. Each program will be broadcasted live on the web for individuals to actively participate in the program. Webinar participants will have the opportunity to submit questions during the review allowing them to be fully engaged in the program. | | | Location: | Gulfcoast Ultrasound Institute, and Online Saint Pete Beach, FL USA | | | Contact Name(s): | Gulfcoast Staff | | | Director(s): | Rob Daigle, BA, RVT, FSVU | | | Sponsor: | Gulfcoast Ultrasound Institute | | | Phone: | 727-363-4500 | | | Fax: | 727-363-0811 | | | Email: | learn@gcus.com | | | Web Address: | http://www.gcus.com/ProgramDetails2.aspx?ID=383&scheduleID=375&type=PROGRAM&mode | | | | | | | | |
| Mar 18 - 19, 2010 | | | Fetal Echocardiography |
| | Description: | This two-day program provides a comprehensive introduction to the science and practice of fetal echocardiography.
The course will provide an understanding of the unique requirements of fetal echo in the diagnosis of structural malformations of the heart and will also include the use of pulsed, continuous wave, and color Doppler as well as M-mode in fetal cardiovascular diagnosis. Findings from the ultrasonographic/Doppler assessment of fetal cardiovascular physiology will be related to the pre- and postnatal management of congenital heart disease. Throughout the program the clinical importance of observations made during the fetal echo exam will be detailed.
| | | Location: | Jefferson Ultrasound Research and Education Institute Philadelphia, PA USA | | | Sponsor: | Jefferson Ultrasound Research and Education Institute | | | Phone: | 215-955-8533 | | | Fax: | 215-923-9452 | | | Email: | jurei@mail.tju.edu | | | Web Address: | www.jefferson.edu/jurei | | | | | | | | |
| Mar 18, 2010 | | | New Review Course! Sonography Principles & Instrumentation Registry Review - March 2010 |
| | Description: | Back by popular demand, Gulfcoast Ultrasound Institute is offering comprehensive registry reviews! Each review program is taught by a leading expert in the ultrasound profession in an interactive format and includes a mock registry exam using an interactive Audience Response System. The courses, whether in person or via a live webinar, are designed to meet the needs of those individuals taking the ARDMS board exam.
Can’t Travel? No problem. Each program will be broadcasted live on the web for individuals to actively participate in the program. Webinar participants will have the opportunity to submit questions during the review allowing them to be fully engaged in the program. | | | Location: | Gulfcoast Ultrasound Institute, and Online Saint Pete Beach, FL USA | | | Contact Name(s): | Gulfcoast Staff | | | Director(s): | Donald Milburn, RDCS, RVT, NACT, FSDMS | | | Sponsor: | Gulfcoast Ultrasound Institute | | | Phone: | 727-363-4500 | | | Fax: | 727-363-0811 | | | Email: | learn@gcus.com | | | Web Address: | http://www.gcus.com/ProgramDetails2.aspx?ID=384&scheduleID=376&type=PROGRAM&mode | | | | | | | | |
| Mar 19, 2010 | | | New Review Course! Abdominal Sonography Registry Review, March 2010 |
| | Description: | Back by popular demand, Gulfcoast Ultrasound Institute is offering comprehensive registry reviews! Each review program is taught by a leading expert in the ultrasound profession in an interactive format and includes a mock registry exam using an interactive Audience Response System. The courses, whether in person or via a live webinar, are designed to meet the needs of those individuals taking the ARDMS board exam.
Can’t Travel? No problem. Each program will be broadcasted live on the web for individuals to actively participate in the program. Webinar participants will have the opportunity to submit questions during the review allowing them to be fully engaged in the program. | | | Location: | Gulfcoast Ultrasound Institute, and Online Saint Pete Beach, FL USA | | | Contact Name(s): | Gulfcoast Staff | | | Director(s): | Corky Hecht, BA, RDMS, RDCS, RVT, RT (N), Theresa Nelson, RDMS, RDCS, RVT | | | Sponsor: | Gulfcoast Ultrasound Institute | | | Phone: | 727-363-4500 | | | Fax: | 727-363-0811 | | | Email: | learn@gcus.com | | | Web Address: | http://www.gcus.com/ProgramDetails2.aspx?ID=332&scheduleID=324&type=PROGRAM&mode | | | | | | | | |
| Mar 22 - 26, 2010 | | | Intro to 2D/M-Mode Echocardiography and Cardiac Doppler/Color Flow Imaging -- March 2010 |
| | Description: | Course Objectives:
At the completion of the program the participant should be able to:
1. Identify and analyze the basics of cardiac anatomy/physiology.
2. Perform a routine 2D/M-Mode/Doppler (pulsed-wave, continuous wave and Color Flow imaging) echocardiographic examination and appropriate measurements.
3. Identify normal/abnormal characteristics of 2D cardiac anatomy and explain the role of cardiac Doppler and the necessary qualitative/quantitative measurements.
4. Discuss the ultrasound findings associated with valvular heart disease, cardiomyopathies, ischemic heart disease (CAD), pericardial disease and cardiac masses.
5. Assess cardiac Doppler/color indications, applications, normal/abnormal waveform characteristics, Doppler measurements and color characteristics in the adult patient.
6. Discuss and apply the guidelines for structuring a dictated Echocardiography report.
7. Apply the information discussed in a clinical setting, under supervised conditions, until an accepted level of proficiency has been achieved.
8. Increase knowledge and confidence to perform and/or interpret examinations. | | | Location: | Gulfcoast Ultrasound Institute Saint Pete Beach, FL USA | | | Contact Name(s): | Gulfcoast Staff | | | Director(s): | Dennis Atherton, BSBA, RDCS, RCVT, FASE, Corky Hecht, BA, RT, RDMS, RDCS, RVT, Diane Spicer, PA (ASC | | | Sponsor: | Gulfcoast Ultrasound Institute | | | Phone: | 727-363-4500 | | | Fax: | 727-363-0811 | | | Email: | learn@gcus.com | | | Web Address: | http://www.gcus.com/ProgramDetails2.aspx?ID=333&scheduleID=325&type=PROGRAM&mode | | | | | | | | |
| Apr 8 - 10, 2010 | | | Limited Ob Ultrasound |
| | Description: | This program is designed for the nurse-midwife, nurse practitioner, physician assistant or other medical professional who has limited or no formal training in diagnostic ultrasound and wishes to learn the basic concepts of limited ultrasound applications in Obstetrics. | | | Location: | Jefferson Ultrasound Research and Education Institute Philadelphia, PA USA | | | Sponsor: | Jefferson Ultrasound Research and Education Institute | | | Phone: | 215-955-8533 | | | Fax: | 215-923-9452 | | | Email: | jurei@mail.tju.edu | | | Web Address: | www.jefferson.edu/jurei | | | | | | | | |
| Apr 12, 2010 | | | Abdominal Ultrasound |
| | Description: | The three-day Abdominal program covers the broad range of applications for ultrasound evaluation of the abdomen.
Typical course topic areas include: liver, biliary system, kidneys and retroperitoneum, pancreas, spleen, great vessels, scrotum, urinary bladder, thyroid, and parathyroid.
| | | Location: | Jefferson Ultrasound Research and Education Institute Philadelphia, PA USA | | | Sponsor: | Jefferson Ultrasound Research and Education Institute | | | Phone: | 215-955-8533 | | | Fax: | 215-923-9452 | | | Email: | jurei@mail.tju.edu | | | Web Address: | www.jefferson.edu/jurei | | | | | | | | |
| Apr 15 - 17, 2010 | | | ECHO FIESTA - An In-Depth Review of Adult Echocardiography for Sonographers and Physicians |
| | Description: | Echo Fiesta is designed to provide a practical review of the current uses and limitations of two-dimensional echocardiography, Doppler and color flow imaging in the assessment of adult myocardial, ischemic, pericardial and valvular disease. Traditional topics in the field of echocardiography including the assessment of systolic and diastolic function, quantitative Dopper, and stress echocardiography will be presented. In addition, newer techniques including 3D Echo and Doppler and 2D strain imaging will bhe presented. The program will concentrate on practical points regarding daily use of these techniques with illustrative examples from a wide variety of cardiovascular disorders.
The lectures will be illustrated with clinical case examples in echocardiography including an audience response system. Time has also been sllowed for registrants to ask questions as well as interact closely with the course faculty, including time to particiapate in small group breakout sessions on Thursday and Friday. Participants will receive a comprehensive syllabus and hemodynamic guide for their future reference. | | | Location: | Hyatt Regency San Antonio San Antonio, TX USA | | | Contact Name(s): | Mayo School of Continuous Professional Development | | | Director(s): | Fletcher a Miller, Jr, MD, FACC, FASE & William K Freeman, MD, FACC | | | Sponsor: | Mayo Clinic | | | Comments: | There are a maximum of 18 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits available for this educational activity. | | | Phone: | 507-284-2509 | | | Fax: | 507-284-0532 | | | Email: | cvcme@mayo.edu | | | Web Address: | www.mayo.edu/cme/ | | | | | | | | |
| Apr 26 - 28, 2010 | | | ECHOCARDIOGRAPHY in the Nation's Capital - Focus for the Physician |
| | Description: | Echocardiography in the Nation's Capital: Focus for the Physician is designed to provide a practical review of the current uses and limitations of two-dimensional echocardiography, Doppler, and color flow imaging in the assessment of adult myocardial, ischemic, pericardial and valvular disease. Traditional topics in the field of echocardiography including assessment of systolic and diastolic function, quantitative Doppler, and stress echocardiography will be presented. In addition, newer techniques including 3D Echo and Doppler and 2D strain imaging will be presented.
The lectures will be illustrated with clinical case examples in echocardiography including an audience response system. Time has also been allowed for registrants to ask questions as well as interact closely with the coursse faculty. Participants will receive a comprehensive syllabus and hemodynamic guide for their future reference. | | | Location: | Hyatt Regency Crystal City Arlington, VA USA | | | Contact Name(s): | Mayo School of Continuous Professional Development | | | Director(s): | Fletcher a Miller, Jr, MD, FACC, FASE & Patricia A Pellikka, MD, FACC, FAHA, FACP, FASE | | | Sponsor: | Mayo Clinic | | | Comments: | There are a maximum of 20.75 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits available for this educational activity. | | | Phone: | 507-284-2509 | | | Fax: | 507-284-0532 | | | Email: | cme@mayo.edu | | | Web Address: | www.mayo.edu/cme | | | | | | | | |
| May 20 - 22, 2010 | | | Introduction to OB/GYN and Fetal Echocardiography - May 2010 |
| | Description: | OB/GYN Course Objectives:
At the completion of the program the participant should be able to:
1. Explain the basic fundamentals of U/S physics/instrumentation.
2. Describe routine scan protocols, and measurements for performing transabdominal GYN, endovaginal scanning, and obstetric applications.
3. Identify normal/abnormal img. characteristics of ovarian & uterine pathology.
4. Identify normal fetal anatomy, apply appropriate measurement techniques and discuss commonly seen fetal abnormalities.
5. Perform a biophysical profile examination.
6. State the indications and applications for performing fetal echo.
7. Explain fetal cardiac anatomy and physiology.
8. Identify ultrasound anatomy of the fetal heart.
9. Demonstrate a routine protocol for a fetal echocardiogram.
10. Describe commonly seen fetal heart pathology.
11. Increase knowledge and confidence to perform and/or interpret obstetrical and gynecological ultrasound examinations.
12. Apply the information discussed in a clinical setting, under supervised conditions until an accepted level of proficiency has been attained | | | Location: | Gulfcoast Ultrasound Institute Saint Pete Beach, FL USA | | | Contact Name(s): | Gulfcoast Staff | | | Sponsor: | Gulfcoast Ultrasound Institute | | | Phone: | 727-363-4500 | | | Fax: | 727-363-0811 | | | Email: | learn@gcus.com | | | Web Address: | http://www.gcus.com/ProgramDetails2.aspx?ID=373&scheduleID=365&type=PROGRAM&mode | | | | | | | | |
| May 22, 2010 | | | Introduction to Fetal Echocardiography - May 2010 |
| | Description: | Fetal Echocardiography Course Objectives:
At the completion of the program the participant should be able to:
1. State the indications and applications for performing fetal echocardiography.
2. Explain fetal cardiac anatomy and physiology.
3. Identify ultrasound anatomy of the fetal heart.
4. Demonstrate a routine protocol for a fetal echocardiogram.
5. List standard 2D and Doppler measurements included in a routine fetal heart ultrasound examination.
6. Describe commonly seen fetal heart pathology.
7. Increase knowledge and confidence to perform and/or interpret fetal echo exams.
8. Perform a fetal heart screening under supervised co0nditions until an accepted level of proficiency has been achieved. | | | Location: | Gulfcoast Ultrasound Institute Saint Pete Beach, FL USA | | | Contact Name(s): | Gulfcoast Staff | | | Director(s): | Jill Beithon, RT, RDMS, RDCS, RVT, Jane J.K. Burns, AS, RT, RDMS | | | Sponsor: | Gulfcoast Ultrasound Institute | | | Phone: | 727-363-4500 | | | Fax: | 727-363-0811 | | | Email: | learn@gcus.com | | | Web Address: | www.gcus.com/ProgramDetails2.aspx?ID=375&scheduleID=367&type=PROGRAM&mode=View | | | | | | | | |
| Jun 21 - 25, 2010 | | | Intro to 2D/M-Mode Echocardiography and Cardiac Doppler/Color Flow Imaging -- June 2010 |
| | Description: | Course Objectives:
At the completion of the program the participant should be able to:
1. Identify and analyze the basics of cardiac anatomy/physiology.
2. Perform a routine 2D/M-Mode/Doppler (pulsed-wave, continuous wave and Color Flow imaging) echocardiographic examination and appropriate measurements.
3. Identify normal/abnormal characteristics of 2D cardiac anatomy and explain the role of cardiac Doppler and the necessary qualitative/quantitative measurements.
4. Discuss the ultrasound findings associated with valvular heart disease, cardiomyopathies, ischemic heart disease (CAD), pericardial disease and cardiac masses.
5. Assess cardiac Doppler/color indications, applications, normal/abnormal waveform characteristics, Doppler measurements and color characteristics in the adult patient.
6. Discuss and apply the guidelines for structuring a dictated Echocardiography report.
7. Apply the information discussed in a clinical setting, under supervised conditions, until an accepted level of proficiency has been achieved.
8. Increase knowledge and confidence to perform and/or interpret examinations. | | | Location: | Gulfcoast Ultrasound Institute Saint Pete Beach, FL USA | | | Contact Name(s): | Gulfcoast Staff | | | Director(s): | Dennis Atherton, BSBA, RDCS, RCVT, FASE: Corky Hecht, BA, RT, RDMS, RDCS, RVT: Diane Spicer, PA (ASC | | | Sponsor: | Gulfcoast Ultrasound Institute | | | Phone: | 727-363-4500 | | | Fax: | 727-363-0811 | | | Email: | learn@gcus.com | | | Web Address: | www.gcus.com/ProgramDetails2.aspx?ID=341&scheduleID=333&type=PROGRAM&mode=View | | | | | | | | |
| Jul 8 - 10, 2010 | | | Limited Ob Ultrasound |
| | Description: | This program is designed for the nurse-midwife, nurse practitioner, physician assistant or other medical professional who has limited or no formal training in diagnostic ultrasound and wishes to learn the basic concepts of limited ultrasound applications in Obstetrics. | | | Location: | Jefferson Ultrasound Research and Education Institute Philadelphia, PA USA | | | Sponsor: | Jefferson Ultrasound Research and Education Institute | | | Phone: | 215-955-8533 | | | Fax: | 215-923-9452 | | | Email: | jurei@mail.tju.edu | | | Web Address: | www.jefferson.edu/jurei | | | | | | | | |
| Jul 15 - 17, 2010 | | | Abdominal Ultrasound |
| | Description: | The three-day Abdominal program covers the broad range of applications for ultrasound evaluation of the abdomen.
Typical course topic areas include: liver, biliary system, kidneys and retroperitoneum, pancreas, spleen, great vessels, scrotum, urinary bladder, thyroid, and parathyroid.
| | | Location: | Jefferson Ultrasound Research and Education Institute Philadelphia, PA USA | | | Sponsor: | Jefferson Ultrasound Research and Education Institute | | | Phone: | 215-955-8533 | | | Fax: | 215-923-9452 | | | Email: | jurei@mail.tju.edu | | | Web Address: | www.jefferson.edu/jurei | | | | | | | | |
| Jul 21 - 24, 2010 | | | Vascular Imaging and Doppler |
| | Description: | This three day course will provide a foundation for the use of state-of-the-art techniques in vascular diagnosis. Emphasis is placed on a thorough understanding of the basic principles underlying the Doppler examination and clinical applications using color and spectral Doppler techniques. | | | Location: | Jefferson Ultrasound Research and Education Institute Philadelphia, PA USA | | | Sponsor: | Jefferson Ultrasound Research and Education Institute | | | Phone: | 215-955-8533 | | | Fax: | 215-923-9452 | | | Email: | jurei@mail.tju.edu | | | Web Address: | www.jefferson.edu/jurei | | | | | | | | |
| Sep 14 - 15, 2010 | | | Introduction to Emergency Ultrasound -- September 2010 |
| | Description: | At the completion of the program the participant should be able to:
1. Discuss the basic fundamentals of ultrasound physics/instrumentation and recognize image artifacts.
2. Explain the operation of the ultrasound system controls and appropriate transducer selection for different applications.
3. Perform ultrasound evaluation of the trauma patient (FAST exam).
4. Perform the scan protocols for focused evaluation of the abdomen (including aorta), female pelvis and adult heart.
5. New! Demonstrate the use of ultrasound guidance for vascular access and fluid aspirations.
6. Identify normal/abnormal image characteristics of the abdomen (including aorta), female pelvis, first trimester OB, ectopic pregnancy and adult heart.
7. Describe image orientation, transducer preparation, scan protocols for performing an endovaginal GYN exam.
8. Apply the information discussed in a clinical setting, under supervised conditions until an accepted level of proficiency has been achieved.
9. Increase knowledge and confidence to perform and/or interpret examinations. | | | Location: | Gulfcoast Ultrasound Institute Saint Pete Beach, FL USA | | | Contact Name(s): | Gulfcoast Staff | | | Director(s): | James Mateer, MD, RDMS, Corky Hecht, BA, RDMS, RDCS, RVT, RT (N) | | | Sponsor: | Gulfcoast Ultrasound Institute | | | Phone: | 727-363-4500 | | | Fax: | 727-363-0811 | | | Email: | learn@gcus.com | | | Web Address: | www.gcus.com/ProgramDetails2.aspx?ID=366&scheduleID=358&type=PROGRAM&mode=View | | | | | | | | |
| Sep 16 - 17, 2010 | | | Advanced Emergency Ultrasound Course -- September 2010 |
| | Description: | At the completion of the program the participant should be able to:
1. Identify sonographic characteristics associated with hepatobiliary disease, pancreatic pathology, renal disease and fluid localization.
2. Explain the role of ultrasound for extended applications including, but not limited, to pneumothorax, ocular and musculoskeletal procedures in the emergency department.
3. Demonstrate the use of ultrasound guidance for vascular access and fluid aspirations.
4. Explain imag. techniques & scan planes used in cardiac U/S.
5. Recognize normal cardiac structures & identify ultrasound findings associated with cardiomyopathy, pericardial effusion, cardiogenic shock, dissection & other hypotensive conditions.
6. Discuss imaging techniques, normal and abnormal characteristics associated with lower extremity venous examinations.
7. Explain examination techniques, normal sonographic findings and commonly seen abnormalities associated with testicular ultrasound.
8. Describe scanning techniques used in foreign body localization.
9. Increase knowledge and confidence to perform and/or interpret emergency medicine ultrasound examinations.
10. Apply the information discussed in a clinical setting, under supervised conditions until an acceptable level of proficiency and appropriate hospital credentialing has been achieved. | | | Location: | Gulfcoast Ultrasound Institute Saint Pete Beach, FL USA | | | Contact Name(s): | Gulfcoast Staff | | | Director(s): | James Mateer, MD, RDMS, Charlotte Derr, MD, RDMS, FACEP, Corky Hecht, BA, RDMS, RDCS, RVT, RT (N) | | | Sponsor: | Gulfcoast Ultrasound Institute | | | Phone: | 727-363-4500 | | | Fax: | 727-363-0811 | | | Email: | learn@gcus.com | | | Web Address: | www.gcus.com/ProgramDetails2.aspx?ID=347&scheduleID=339&type=PROGRAM&mode=View | | | | | | | | |
| Sep 20 - 24, 2010 | | | Intro to 2D/M-Mode Echocardiography and Cardiac Doppler/Color Flow Imaging -- September 2010 |
| | Description: | Course Objectives:
At the completion of the program the participant should be able to:
1. Identify and analyze the basics of cardiac anatomy/physiology.
2. Perform a routine 2D/M-Mode/Doppler (pulsed-wave, continuous wave and Color Flow imaging) echocardiographic examination and appropriate measurements.
3. Identify normal/abnormal characteristics of 2D cardiac anatomy and explain the role of cardiac Doppler and the necessary qualitative/quantitative measurements.
4. Discuss the ultrasound findings associated with valvular heart disease, cardiomyopathies, ischemic heart disease (CAD), pericardial disease and cardiac masses.
5. Assess cardiac Doppler/color indications, applications, normal/abnormal waveform characteristics, Doppler measurements and color characteristics in the adult patient.
6. Discuss and apply the guidelines for structuring a dictated Echocardiography report.
7. Apply the information discussed in a clinical setting, under supervised conditions, until an accepted level of proficiency has been achieved.
8. Increase knowledge and confidence to perform and/or interpret examinations. | | | Location: | Gulfcoast Ultrasound Institute Saint Pete Beach, FL USA | | | Contact Name(s): | Gulfcoast Staff | | | Director(s): | Dennis Atherton, BSBA, RDCS, RCVT, FASE, Corky Hecht, BA, RT, RDMS, RDCS, RVT, Diane Spicer, PA (ASC | | | Sponsor: | Gulfcoast Ultrasound Institute | | | Phone: | 727-363-4500 | | | Fax: | 727-363-0811 | | | Email: | learn@gcus.com | | | Web Address: | www.gcus.com/ProgramDetails2.aspx?ID=349&scheduleID=341&type=PROGRAM&mode=View | | | | | | | | |
| Sep 22 - 25, 2010 | | | Ob/Gyn Ultrasound - Core Course |
| | Description: | A comprehensive 3-day review of ultrasound applications in Obstetrics. Focus is on current standards of practice in conventional 2D imaging/Doppler. Typical topics covered include first trimester, detailed fetal anatomic survey, obstetrical measurements workshop, Doppler, fetal anomalies, multiple gestation, placenta and cervix, invasive procedures. An optional supervised hands-on scanning session is offered on Saturday. | | | Location: | Jefferson Ultrasound Research and Education Institute Philadelphia, PA USA | | | Sponsor: | Jefferson Ultrasound Research and Education Institute | | | Phone: | 215-955-8533 | | | Fax: | 215-923-9452 | | | Email: | jurei@mail.tju.edu | | | Web Address: | www.jefferson.edu/jurei | | | | | | | | |
| Oct 1 - 2, 2010 | | | Muscoloskeletal Ultrasound |
| | Description: | This one and a half day classroom course will provide participants with a comprehensive introduction to musculoskeletal ultrasound. Optional Hands-on scanning will be incorporated into a half of day on the second day of the program. | | | Location: | Jefferson Ultrasound Research and Education Institute Philadelphia, PA USA | | | Sponsor: | Jefferson Ultrasound Research and Education Institute | | | Phone: | 215-955-8533 | | | Fax: | 215-923-9452 | | | Email: | jurei@mail.tju.edu | | | Web Address: | www.jefferson.edu/jurei | | | | | | | | |
| Oct 7 - 9, 2010 | | | Limited Ob Ultrasound |
| | Description: | This program is designed for the nurse-midwife, nurse practitioner, physician assistant or other medical professional who has limited or no formal training in diagnostic ultrasound and wishes to learn the basic concepts of limited ultrasound applications in Obstetrics. | | | Location: | Jefferson Ultrasound Research and Education Institute Philadelphia, PA USA | | | Sponsor: | Jefferson Ultrasound Research and Education Institute | | | Phone: | 215-955-8533 | | | Fax: | 215-923-9452 | | | Email: | jurei@mail.tju.edu | | | Web Address: | www.jefferson.edu/jurei | | | | | | | | |
| Oct 20 - 23, 2010 | | | Vascular Imaging and Doppler |
| | Description: | This three day course will provide a foundation for the use of state-of-the-art techniques in vascular diagnosis. Emphasis is placed on a thorough understanding of the basic principles underlying the Doppler examination and clinical applications using color and spectral Doppler techniques. | | | Location: | Jefferson Ultrasound Research and Education Institute Philadelphia, PA USA | | | Sponsor: | Jefferson Ultrasound Research and Education Institute | | | Phone: | 215-955-8533 | | | Fax: | 215-923-9452 | | | Email: | jurei@mail.tju.edu | | | Web Address: | www.jefferson.edu/jurei | | | | | | | | |
| Oct 25, 2010 | | | Abdominal Ultrasound |
| | Description: | The three-day Abdominal program covers the broad range of applications for ultrasound evaluation of the abdomen.
Typical course topic areas include: liver, biliary system, kidneys and retroperitoneum, pancreas, spleen, great vessels, scrotum, urinary bladder, thyroid, and parathyroid.
| | | Location: | Jefferson Ultrasound Research and Education Institute Philadelphia, PA USA | | | Sponsor: | Jefferson Ultrasound Research and Education Institute | | | Phone: | 215-955-8533 | | | Fax: | 215-923-9452 | | | Email: | jurei@mail.tju.edu | | | Web Address: | www.jefferson.edu/jurei | | | | | | | | |
| Oct 28 - 29, 2010 | | | Fetal Echocardiography |
| | Description: | This two-day program provides a comprehensive introduction to the science and practice of fetal echocardiography.
The course will provide an understanding of the unique requirements of fetal echo in the diagnosis of structural malformations of the heart and will also include the use of pulsed, continuous wave, and color Doppler as well as M-mode in fetal cardiovascular diagnosis. Findings from the ultrasonographic/Doppler assessment of fetal cardiovascular physiology will be related to the pre- and postnatal management of congenital heart disease. Throughout the program the clinical importance of observations made during the fetal echo exam will be detailed.
| | | Location: | Jefferson Ultrasound Research and Education Institute Philadelphia, PA USA | | | Sponsor: | Jefferson Ultrasound Research and Education Institute | | | Phone: | 215-955-8533 | | | Fax: | 215-923-9452 | | | Email: | jurei@mail.tju.edu | | | Web Address: | www.jefferson.edu/jurei | | | | | | | | |
| Nov 4 - 5, 2010 | | | Vascular Interpretation |
| | Description: | The two day course will begin with hemodynamics, pathophysiology, and state-of-the-art Doppler instrumentation.
The majority of the course will focus on interpretation of vascular studies and case analysis of cerebrovascular, peripheral arterial, peripheral venous and abdominal Doppler studies. The course will also include some of the more unusual findings in vascular disease. Informal question and answer sessions will be incorporated throughout the program to facilitate a high level interactivity between participants and faculty. Course participants are invited to bring their interesting or challenging cases.
| | | Location: | Jefferson Ultrasound Research and Education Institute Philadelphia, PA USA | | | Sponsor: | Jefferson Ultrasound Research and Education Institute | | | Phone: | 215-955-8533 | | | Fax: | 215-923-9452 | | | Email: | jurei@mail.tju.edu | | | Web Address: | www.jefferson.edu/jurei | | | | | | | | |
| Nov 10 - 13, 2010 | | | Ob/Gyn Ultrasound - Core Course |
| | Description: | A comprehensive 3-day review of ultrasound applications in Obstetrics. Focus is on current standards of practice in conventional 2D imaging/Doppler. Typical topics covered include first trimester, detailed fetal anatomic survey, obstetrical measurements workshop, Doppler, fetal anomalies, multiple gestation, placenta and cervix, invasive procedures. An optional supervised hands-on scanning session is offered on Saturday. | | | Location: | Jefferson Ultrasound Research and Education Institute Philadelphia, PA USA | | | Sponsor: | Jefferson Ultrasound Research and Education Institute | | | Phone: | 215-955-8533 | | | Fax: | 215-923-9452 | | | Email: | jurei@mail.tju.edu | | | Web Address: | www.jefferson.edu/jurei | | | | | | | | |
| Nov 11 - 13, 2010 | | | Introduction to OB/GYN and Fetal Echocardiography - Nov. 2010 |
| | Description: | OB/GYN Course Objectives:
At the completion of the program the participant should be able to:
1. Explain the basic fundamentals of U/S physics/instrumentation.
2. Describe routine scan protocols, and measurements for performing transabdominal GYN, endovaginal scanning, and obstetric applications.
3. Identify normal/abnormal img. characteristics of ovarian & uterine pathology.
4. Identify normal fetal anatomy, apply appropriate measurement techniques and discuss commonly seen fetal abnormalities.
5. Perform a biophysical profile examination.
6. State the indications and applications for performing fetal echo.
7. Explain fetal cardiac anatomy and physiology.
8. Identify ultrasound anatomy of the fetal heart.
9. Demonstrate a routine protocol for a fetal echocardiogram.
10. Describe commonly seen fetal heart pathology.
11. Increase knowledge and confidence to perform and/or interpret obstetrical and gynecological ultrasound examinations.
12. Apply the information discussed in a clinical setting, under supervised conditions until an accepted level of proficiency has been attained. | | | Location: | Gulfcoast Ultrasound Institute Saint Pete Beach, FL USA | | | Contact Name(s): | Gulfcoast Staff | | | Sponsor: | Gulfcoast Ultrasound Institute | | | Phone: | 727-363-4500 | | | Fax: | 727-363-0811 | | | Email: | learn@gcus.com | | | Web Address: | www.gcus.com/ProgramDetails2.aspx?ID=372&scheduleID=364&type=PROGRAM&mode=View | | | | | | | | |
| Nov 13, 2010 | | | Introduction to Fetal Echocardiography - Nov. 2010 |
| | Description: | Fetal Echocardiography Course Objectives:
At the completion of the program the participant should be able to:
1. State the indications and applications for performing fetal echocardiography.
2. Explain fetal cardiac anatomy and physiology.
3. Identify ultrasound anatomy of the fetal heart.
4. Demonstrate a routine protocol for a fetal echocardiogram.
5. List standard 2D and Doppler measurements included in a routine fetal heart ultrasound examination.
6. Describe commonly seen fetal heart pathology.
7. Increase knowledge and confidence to perform and/or interpret fetal echo exams.
8. Perform a fetal heart screening under supervised co0nditions until an accepted level of proficiency has been achieved. | | | Location: | Gulfcoast Ultrasound Institute Saint Pete Beach, FL USA | | | Contact Name(s): | Gulfcoast Staff | | | Director(s): | Jill Beithon, RT, RDMS, RDCS, RVT, Jane J.K. Burns, AS, RT, RDMS | | | Sponsor: | Gulfcoast Ultrasound Institute | | | Phone: | 727-363-4500 | | | Fax: | 727-363-0811 | | | Email: | learn@gcus.com | | | Web Address: | www.gcus.com/ProgramDetails2.aspx?ID=369&scheduleID=361&type=PROGRAM&mode=View | | | | | | | | |
| Dec 6 - 10, 2010 | | | Intro to 2D/M-Mode Echocardiography and Cardiac Doppler/Color Flow Imaging -- Dec. 2010 |
| | Description: | Course Objectives:
At the completion of the program the participant should be able to:
1. Identify and analyze the basics of cardiac anatomy/physiology.
2. Perform a routine 2D/M-Mode/Doppler (pulsed-wave, continuous wave and Color Flow imaging) echocardiographic examination and appropriate measurements.
3. Identify normal/abnormal characteristics of 2D cardiac anatomy and explain the role of cardiac Doppler and the necessary qualitative/quantitative measurements.
4. Discuss the ultrasound findings associated with valvular heart disease, cardiomyopathies, ischemic heart disease (CAD), pericardial disease and cardiac masses.
5. Assess cardiac Doppler/color indications, applications, normal/abnormal waveform characteristics, Doppler measurements and color characteristics in the adult patient.
6. Discuss and apply the guidelines for structuring a dictated Echocardiography report.
7. Apply the information discussed in a clinical setting, under supervised conditions, until an accepted level of proficiency has been achieved.
8. Increase knowledge and confidence to perform and/or interpret examinations. | | | Location: | Gulfcoast Ultrasound Institute Saint Pete Beach, FL USA | | | Contact Name(s): | Gulfcoast Staff | | | Director(s): | Dennis Atherton, BSBA, RDCS, RCVT, FASE, Corky Hecht, BA, RT, RDMS, RDCS, RVT, Diane Spicer, PA (ASC | | | Sponsor: | Gulfcoast Ultrasound Institute | | | Phone: | 727-363-4500 | | | Fax: | 727-363-0811 | | | Email: | learn@gcus.com | | | Web Address: | www.gcus.com/ProgramDetails2.aspx?ID=370&scheduleID=362&type=PROGRAM&mode=View | | | | | | | | |
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