Course Objectives: Upon completion of this program the learner will be able to:

• Identify and analyze the basics of cardiac anatomy/physiology.
• Perform a routine 2D/M-Mode/Doppler (pulsed-wave, continuous wave and Color Flow imaging) echocardiographic examination and appropriate measurements.
• Identify normal/abnormal characteristics of 2D cardiac anatomy and explain the role of cardiac Doppler and the necessary qualitative/quantitative measurements.
• Discuss the ultrasound findings associated with valvular heart disease, cardiomyopathies, ischemic heart disease (CAD), pericardial disease and cardiac masses.
• Assess cardiac Doppler/color indications, applications, normal/abnormal waveform characteristics, Doppler measurements and color characteristics in the adult patient.
• Apply the information discussed in a clinical setting, under supervised conditions, until an accepted level of proficiency has been achieved.
• Increase knowledge and confidence to perform and/or interpret examinations.

Dates:

May 19-23, 2008

Location:

Gulfcoast Ultrasound Institute
4615 Gulf Blvd, Suite 205
St. Pete Beach, Florida 33706

Registration Fee:

$1695.00

To Register:

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Or call: 1-800-619-1900 or (727)363-4500