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Anesthesiology

Critical Care

Emergency Medicine

Echocardiography

Musculoskeletal

Obstetrics and Gynecology

Vascular


Ultrasound Guided Regional Anesthesia, Toronto Western Hospital Visit Program

Location: Toronto Western Hospital, Toronto, Ontario
Date: Visit www.usra.ca for the current schedule

This unique program affords visitors the opportunity to learn and observe ultrasound guided regional anesthesia techniques at the Toronto Western Hospital (TWH), Toronto, Ontario, Canada. Over the course of 2 days (approximately seven hours per day), you will be able to:

  • Network with prominent specialists in anesthesiology, observe them in action, and discuss cases of interest with them
  • View the set up and function of the regional anesthesia procedure facility, operating rooms, recovery room and day surgery unit
  • See the latest in regional anesthesia equipment and procedures
  • Meet with colleagues to discuss challenging cases encountered in modern regional anesthesia practice.

Program Package includes clinical demonstrations, didactic lectures, phantom hands-on practice, ultrasound practical guide booklet, CD containing up-to-date references and ultrasound videos. Participation in this program is extremely restricted due to space limitations. If interested, you are urged to make your selection as soon as possible. Please note that all surgical observations are dependent upon that day's operating room schedule.

Registration information:
Christine Drane
Departmental Administrator, Department of Anesthesia, Toronto Western Hospital
399 Bathurst St., McL 2-405
Toronto, ON. M5T 2S8, Canada
Phone: (416) 603-5118
fax: (416) 603-6494
e-mail: christine.drane@uhn.on.ca

Registration fee: Canadian $ 375.00 / US $300.00


Stuart Grant M.D.

Assistant Professor
Division of Orthopedic, Plastics and Regional Anesthesia
Duke University Medical Center
Contact information: Call 1-877-951-7483 or email

One-day program has been structured to accommodate up to 15 attendees.

On-Site Objectives:
* One day training on peripheral nerve blocks and ultrasound guided CVC insertion.
* Discuss the basic fundamental of ultrasound physics and instrumentation
* Describe the basic operator controls on the ultrasound system required for performing a block
* Identify the topographic and cross-sectional brachial plexus and lower extremity anatomy Demonstrate techniques for performing ultrasound-guided brachial plexus anesthesia using inanimate phantoms.
* List the indications and applications for performing ultrasound-guided central venous catheter placement
* Explain criteria for selecting a CVC site.
* Demonstrate ultrasound-guided CVC placement using inanimate phantoms
* Hands on workshop using hand carried ultrasound

On-Site fee: $8,000


Visiting Preceptorship in Intraoperative Transesophageal Echocardiography

Duke University Medical Center, Department of Anesthesiology
Division of Cardiothoracic Anesthesiology and Critical Care Medicine

Course description:

Participants in the Duke Preceptorship spend a one-week block in the cardiac operating suites, observing techniques of Intraoperative TEE and interpretation of images. Preceptors will participate in active discussions with cardiac anesthesia faculty and fellows; learn the basic and comprehensive TEE exam. They will also learn how to troubleshoot difficult cases and enhance their decision-making skills in the operating room. Daily case reviews with expert faculty, handouts and access to image libraries will augment their preceptorship experience.

Features and Daily Activities

  • Preceptorship is observation only*
  • Two preceptors per week
  • Cases in OR Start at 7:00 a.m.
  • Rounds in OR with faculty and TEE fellow
  • Machine knobology, transducer handling and maintenance
  • The basic TEE exam and views to obtain
  • Obtaining good views in difficult cases
  • Interactive discussions in the operating room on decision-making
  • Advanced interpretation
  • Estimating ejection fraction
  • National Board of Echocardiography TEE exam information
  • Discussion on unusual pathology and complex cases
  • Visit to cardiology echo lab
  • Exposure to hand-held ultrasound

Target Audience and Prerequisites

This TEE Preceptorship Course is designed for physicians involved in perioperative care of patients with cardiovascular disease who desire to enhance their diagnostic skills with transesophageal echocardiography. Participating physicians should have a basic understanding of techniques of echocardiography in practice or through other instructional courses. Physicians who plan to take the National Board of Echocardiography examination in perioperative TEE will benefit from the preceptorship experience. The cases reviewed with expert faculty and CME credits obtained during the preceptorship will count towards the NBE certification requirements.

Learning Objectives

At the conclusion of this preceptorship, the learner should be better able to:
* Delineate a comprehensive Intraoperative TEE exam
* Assess global cardiac function and identify valvular pathology
* Identify and assess the severity of native and prosthetic valvular dysfunction

Registration fee: $2,150 for the TEE Preceptorhip week and must be made at least 6 week prior to start date

*No 'hands-on' experience or patient contact permitted. NC Medical Board license and Duke Hospital credentialing is mandatory for clinical patient contact.

To register:

For registration questions, please contact Duke Conference Services at (919) 660-1760 or email: ConfServ@notes.duke.edu

For activity questions, please contact Jessical Whitfield, Activity Coordinator, at email: whitf031@mc.duke.edu


Innovative Critical Care Imaging (ICCU Imaging)

Date: Determined by site
Location: Customer site

The ICCU Critical Care Program is a two-day comprehensive course that addresses the primary applications of Critical Care Bedside Ultrasound. Dr. Beaulieu provides an excellent On-Site solution which concentrates on understanding the information in a clear, well-defined Program. Educational Programs are conducted with a didactic component combined with hands-on scanning sessions performed by Yanick Beaulieu, MD. Review Dr. Beaulieu's comments at http://www.sonosite.com/icu/ as he discusses the indications and impact of bedside ultrasound, performance of bedside ultrasound by a Cardiologist / Intensivist, and a perspective that will leave you with wanting more!

Applications include:

- Basic principles of Ultrasound
- Technical aspects of 2-D Imaging, Pulsed Wave Doppler and Color Doppler
- Anatomy, views, orientation
- Goal-directed general ultrasonography
- Goal-directed echocardiography
- Vessel assessment for central venous and peripheral line placement
- Ultrasound guided line insertion (on simulators)
- Pleural space assessment
- Abdominal space assessment (free fluid, aorta and urinary bladder)

Brochures:

Bedside US in the ICU seminar - 2 day course
Bedside US in the ICU seminar - 1 and a half day course
Bedside US in the ICU seminar - 1 day introductory course

Registration:

Website: www.iccuimaging.ca


Introduction to Trauma Sonography Gulfcoast Ultrasound Institute

Date: Determined by site
Location: Customer site

One-day program that covers the basic fundamental of ultrasound physics and instrumentation in a clinical setting, ultrasound evaluation of the trauma patient (FAST Exam), vascular access scan protocols for focused evaluation of the abdomen and abdominal aorta. This program is structured with didactic sessions in the morning and hands-on workshops during the afternoon. Topics can be modified to best meet participant's educational objectives

1-8 Participants - $ 6,550 (2 instructors)
9-12 Participants - $8,970 (3 instructors)
13-16 Participants - $11,115 (4 instructors)

Website: GCUS.com


Ultrasound Guided Vascular Access Gulfcoast Ultrasound Institute

Date: Determined by site
Location: Customer site

One-day program that covers the basic fundamental of ultrasound physics and instrumentation in a clinical setting and ultrasound guidance for vascular access. This program is structured with didactic sessions in the morning and hands-on workshops during the afternoon using live models and inanimate phantoms.

1-8 Participants - $ 6,550 (2 instructors)
9-12 Participants - $8,970 (3 instructors)
13-16 Participants - $11,115 (4 instructors)


Introduction to Emergency Ultrasound Gulfcoast Ultrasound Institute

Date: Determined by site
Location: Customer site

Comprehensive two-day program focused on all aspects of emergency ultrasound. Program covers fundamental of ultrasound physics/instrumentation, ultrasound evaluation of the trauma patient (FAST Exam),vascular access and scan protocols for focused evaluation of the abdomen (including aorta), female pelvis and adult heart. This program is structured with didactic sessions in the morning and hands-on workshops during the afternoon. Topics can be modified to best meet participant's educational objectives


1-8 Participants - $10,330 (2 instructors)
9-12 Participants - $13,819 (3 instructors)
13-16 Participants - $17,225 (4 instructors)

Website: GCUS.com


Advanced Emergency Ultrasound Gulfcoast Ultrasound Institute

Date: Determined by site
Location: Customer site

One-day program focused on advanced applications including pneumothorax, ocular and musculoskeletal, ultrasound guidance for vascular access, testicular ultrasound, foreign body localization, focused cardiac ultrasound and DVT. This program is structured with didactic sessions in the morning and hands-on workshops during the afternoon.

1-8 Participants - $6,550 (2 instructors)
9-12 Participants - $8,970 (3 Instructors)
13-16 Participants - $11,115 (4 instructors)

Website: GCUS.com


Introduction to Emergency Ultrasound EMsono

Date: Determined by site
Location: Customer site

EMsono's traditional ultrasound course is a two-day introductory course that covers all the primary applications of emergency ultrasound. The course can be customized to the education needs of the group. Unique learning tools such as 3-D graphics and video demonstration are used in this program to best illustrate important ultrasound concepts. Generous hands-on scanning opportunities with live models ensure a realistic training experience. Additionally EMsono provides ample faculty coverage to make certain each participant has an exceptional hands-on experience. All participants of Emsono courses have 30 days access to EMsono online learning modules and a 25% discount on an annual EMsono.com subscription.

2 to 8 Participants - $8,000
12 to 15 Participants - $11,250
Each participant over 15 - $615

Website: EMsono.com


Blended Learning Ultrasound Course: EMsono

Date: Determined by site
Location: Customer site

EMsono offers a customized one-day program that combines on-line and in-person education. Program content is designed to meet the learning needs of the participants. The course offers online pre-course materials, which cover the basics so time in the classroom is heavily focused on hands-on experience. One year of full access to the EMsono website is included with this program. EMsono features interactive online learning modules, weekly case studies for the beginner/intermediate leaner, challenging cases for the advanced learner, monthly journal reviews and forums. The addition of this on-line product will dramatically improve the educational experience of the participants

Each participant $995 (for up to 10 learners)

Website: emsono.com


Introduction to Emergency/Critical Care Ultrasound Emergency Ultrasound Consultants

Date: Determined by site
Location: Customer site

One-day program that features basic introduction to emergency ultrasound scanning. Program topics include: overcoming political and administrative issues, billing/documentation, basic physics, anatomy and orientation, ultrasound indications and techniques for ultrasound guided vascular access, aorta, and trauma ultrasound. Lectures and scanning workshops are used to enhance learning. This course meets ACEP and SCCM training guidelines. Other topics may be adjusted or added as required.

2 - 10 participants - $7,000
11-15 participants - $9,000
Each additional participant -$500

Website: eusconsultants.com


The Emergency Ultrasound Course - The Introductory Course

Date: Determined by site
Location: Customer site

The Emergency Ultrasound Course is a two-day introductory course that covers all the primary applications of emergency ultrasound. The course is arranged so lectures are given in the morning with concentrated hands on lab experience in the afternoon both days. The lab uses live models for a realistic training experience and we provide adequate faculty coverage to ensure significant hands on experience for each participant.

The vast majority of introductory courses are taught as import courses where we bring the faculty and machines to your location to teach your entire staff. Importing the course to your location is a tremendous strategy for a group that is seriously thinking about using ultrasound in their ED. Learning together provides a collective synergy that is lost when everyone's education is piecemeal

Registration Fee: Varies based on number of participants, 2-8 participants $8,000, Each additional person $630, 12-15 students $11,500
Website: www.emergencyultrasound.com


The Emergency Ultrasound Course - The Advanced Ultrasound Course

Date: Determined by site
Location: Customer site
The Advanced Ultrasound Course is designed for students to learn more advanced techniques for the use of ultrasound at the bedside. Students are expected to have a good working knowledge of ultrasound prior to this course. We will cover topics from advanced cardiac ultrasound to pulmonary applications. This course also has extensive hands on training following lectures.

Registration Fee: Varies based on number of participants, 2-8 participants $6,500, Each additional person $390, 12-15 students $8,000
Website: www.emergencyultrasound.com


The Emergency Ultrasound Course - The Trauma Course

Date: Determined by site
Location: Customer site

Due to participant requests over the last few years we have developed a one day course that focuses primarily on ultrasound applications in trauma patients. This course follows a similar format to the 2-day course but some material has been removed and there is only a single day of hands on lab experience

Registration Fee: 1 to 8 students $6,500, Each additional person $390
12 to 15 students $8,000, Each additional person $360
Website: www.emergencyultrasound.com


The Emergency Ultrasound Course - The Vascular Access Course

Date: Determined by site
Location: Customer site

The Vascular Access Course is designed for anyone involved in vascular access. This course will teach you how to use ultrasound to improve your success rates and improve patient care when placing lines, both central and peripheral. We cover the basics of ultrasound and line placement with ultrasound and then spend a great deal of time in lab practicing placing lines in multiple different types of phantoms. Models are also used to practice identifying the anatomy and landmarks.

Registration Fee: Varies based on number of participants, 2-8 participants $6,500, Each additional person $390, 12-15 students $8,000
Website: www.emergencyultrasound.com


Sonoran Ultrasound On-Site Education

Date: Determined by site
Location: Customer site

Sonoran Ultrasound provides on-site education in most locations in the U.S. for physicians striving to advance their ability to implement ultrasound into their bedside skill set.

Through a series of modules the participant will gain both image acquisition and image interpretational skills to advance their clinical practice to the next level. Bedside evaluation for abdominal aortic aneurysm, ectopic pregnancy, gallstones, deep vein thrombosis, hydronephrosis, soft-tissue
abscess, hemoperitoneum, pericardial tamponade, hemothorax, and procedure
guidance under ultrasound are just a few of the topics covered.

1-day Trauma and Aorta course or 1-day Trauma and Vascular Access course:
1-day for up to 5 students: $4500
1-day for up to 10 students: $6000
1-day for up to 15 students: $7500
1-day for up to 20 students: $8500

2-day course includes Trauma, Aorta, Vascular Access as well as Gallbladder, Renal, and Pelvic
2-day for up to 5 students: $6000
2-day for up to 10 students: $8500
2-day for up to 15 students: $10,500
2-day for up to 20 students: $12,500

www.sonoranultrasound.com


Adult Echocardiography - Inside Ultrasound

Date: Determined by site, 2 days
Location: Customer site

This introductory level course provides a basic understanding for both the technologist and physician. The course includes: the basics of Doppler and transducers, physiology, anatomy, hemodynamics, physical examination, patient history, color and spectral Doppler, M-Mode, cardiac calculations, imaging and Doppler techniques, protocols, disease states and basic echo interpretation, validation and reporting. Normal course length is 3 days, up to 12 hours of CME available.

Registration Fee: 1 to 6 students, $4,660.00
Inside Ultrasound Program Information


Adult Echocardiography: Gulfcoast Ultrasound Institute

Gulfcoast Ultrasound Institute offers onsite education for groups of 5 or more. Onsite education is customized to the specific needs of the group and is offered in all specialty areas. Each program is taught by registered sonographers and/or physicians who are national-recognized. All courses include course materials and AMA Cat 1 credit.

For a free quote and consultation specific to your training needs contact:
Gulfcoast Ultrasound Institute, Inc.
1-800-619-1900


Musculoskeletal Ultrasound: Gulfcoast Ultrasound

Gulfcoast Ultrasound Institute offers onsite education for groups of 5 or more.
Two-day Musculoskeletal Ultrasound Programs:

Objectives

At the completion of the program the participant should be able to:

  • Discuss ultrasound physics principles and imaging fundamentals
  • Describe techniques and protocols for performing shoulder, elbow, wrist, hand, knee, ankle and foot examinations
  • Identify normal sonographic musculoskeletal anatomy of the shoulder, elbow, wrist, hand, knee, ankle and foot examinations
  • Recognize the capabilities and limitations of musculoskeletal ultrasound
  • Identify sonographic characteristics of commonly seen pathology in the shoulder, elbow, wrist, hand, knee, ankle and foot
  • Apply the information discussed in a clinical setting under supervised conditions until an accepted level of proficiency has been achieved

Topics

  • Introduction to physics/imaging fundamentals
  • Anatomy and scan techniques of the upper and lower extremities
  • Normal and abnormal sonographic characteristics for upper and lower extremities
  • Case studies
  • Hands-on sessions
  • Lectures presented by leading expert in MSK ultrasound. Assistance coordinating additional ultrasound equipment available if needed.

Fees include: All speakers, hands-on instructors, course materials, and AMA Cat. 1 credits. Add instructor travel expenses to course fees.

Requesting facility provides: Meeting space, A/V equipment, ultrasound equipment, models, and food/beverage (if desired).

Customized programs also available upon request (other fees may apply).

For a free quote and consultation specific to your training needs contact:
Gulfcoast Ultrasound Institute, Inc.
1-800-619-1900


Basic Overview of Anatomy and Protocol Real Time Scanning of the Shoulder: Level 1, Great Lakes Musculoskeletal Ultrasound

Date: Determined by site (2 day program)
Location: Customer site

In a small group session, participants will be taught to describe and identify tissue differences between muscles and tendons. Recognize artifacts related to musculoskeletal ultrasound. Review all major tendons visualized for shoulder rotator cuff injuries. Scanning workshops will include real-time imaging of the shoulder anatomy and imaging protocols. CME credits are provided for this training program.

Registration Fee: $450 per participant, 3-4 participants per session (travel and accommodations not included)


Basic Overview of Anatomy and Protocol Real Time Scanning of the Shoulder: Level 2, Great Lakes Musculoskeletal Ultrasound

Date: Determined by site (2 day program)
Location: Customer site

In a small group session, participants will be taught to describe basic pathology seen in the shoulder joint and trauma related injuries to the tendons and ligaments. Identify types of rotator cuff disease, glenohumeral joint disease and trauma related injuries. Scanning workshops will include real-time imaging of the shoulder anatomy and imaging protocols. CME credits are provided for this training program.

Registration Fee: $500 per participant, 3-4 participants per session (travel and accommodations not included)


Gynecology - Inside Ultrasound

Date: Determined by site, 2 days
Location: Customer site

This course provides basic comprehensive fundamentals of ultrasound physics, review of normal gynecological anatomy and physiology (uterus, ovaries), uterine and ovarian pathology, identifies normal sonographic anatomy of the uterus and ovaries, describes routine scan protocols, and measurements for performing transabdominal and transvaginal gynecological ultrasound and normal and abnormal imaging characteristics of ovarian and uterine pathology.

Registration Fee: 1 to 6 students, $4,660.00
Inside Ultrasound Program Information


Obstetrics - Inside Ultrasound

Date: Determined by site, 2 days
Location: Customer site

This is a comprehensive course in the basic fundamentals of ultrasound physics, routine scan protocols for performing transabdominal and transvaginal obstetrical ultrasound, recognition of normal fetal anatomy, 1st trimester, 2nd trimester - GI, GU, CNS, skeletal, cardiac, face, thorax, applying calipers and known landmarks for measuring fetal parameters, amniotic fluid, normal and abnormal placental anatomy, evaluate placenta position and grade, sonography of the multiple gestation, and review 1st trimester unsuccessful pregnancies and sonographic findings of common abnormal fetal pathology.

Registration Fee: 1 to 6 students, $4,660.00
Inside Ultrasound Program Information


OBGyn Gulfcoast Ultrasound

Gulfcoast Ultrasound Institute offers onsite education for groups of 5 or more. Onsite education is customized to the specific needs of the group and is offered in all specialty areas. Each program is taught by registered sonographers and/or physicians who are national-recognized. All courses include course materials and AMA Cat 1 credit.

For a free quote and consultation specific to your training needs contact:

Gulfcoast Ultrasound Institute, Inc.
1-800-619-1900


Carotid & Vertebral Testing - Inside Ultrasound

Date: Determined by site, 2 days
Location: Customer site

This introductory level course includes: physics, anatomy and hemodynamics, physical examination, patient history, clinical overview or cerebral vascular disease, conventional carotid and vertebral artery duplex scanning, color Doppler, intima media thickness, diagnostic criteria, test validation studies, examination protocol and reporting.

Registration Fee: 1 to 6 students, $4,660.00
Inside Ultrasound Program Information


Peripheral Venous Testing - Inside Ultrasound

Date: Determined by site, 2 days
Location: Customer site

This introductory level course includes: physics, anatomy and hemodynamics and pathophysiology of the venous system, clinical aspects of disease, patient history and physical examination. Peripheral venous testing will include Doppler testing, impedance plethysmography, photoplethysmography, air plethysmography and venous imaging of the upper and lower extremities in both gray scale and color.

Registration Fee: 1 to 6 students, $4,660.00
Inside Ultrasound Program Information


Vascular Interpretation for Physicians - Inside Ultrasound

Date: Determined by site, 2 days
Location: Customer site

This introductory level course includes: peripheral vascular anatomy and hemodynamics components form a basis for descriptions of duplex ultrasound techniques used currently to diagnose peripheral vascular disorders. Interpretation examples of normal/abnormal studies will be presented, plus discussion of their clinical implications. Information will be imparted by a combination of PowerPoint presentations/photographic slides, audio/video tapes and self-assessment quizzes.

Registration Fee: 1 to 6 students, $4,660.00
Inside Ultrasound Program Information


Transcranial Doppler and Duplex Imaging - Inside Ultrasound

Date: Determined by site, 2 days
Location: Customer site
This introductory level course provides a basic understanding for both technologists and physicians. The course includes basics of Doppler and transducers, anatomy & hemodynamics of the carotid, vertebral and intracranial arterial system, physical examination and patient history, disease states and treatment, TCD testing techniques, examination protocol, diagnostic criteria, reporting and testing validation. Normal course length is 2 days, 15 hours CME available from the Society of Vascular Ultrasound.

Registration Fee: 1 to 6 students, $4,660
Inside Ultrasound Program Information


Gulfcoast Ultrasound

Gulfcoast Ultrasound Institute offers onsite education for groups of 5 or more. Onsite education is customized to the specific needs of the group and is offered in all specialty areas. Each program is taught by registered sonographers and/or physicians who are national-recognized. All courses include course materials and AMA Cat 1 credit.

For a free quote and consultation specific to your training needs contact:

Gulfcoast Ultrasound Institute, Inc.
1-800-619-1900