Interpretation & Reporting of the Adult Echocardiogram
Fast Track Curriculum, Expert Instruction for Life
Summary
As a non-cardiology resident, it is nearly impossible to access focused technical training in echocardiography. Unlike most meetings on this subject, the setting is small and intimate, fostering interactive dialogue and specialized instruction. Post-conference mentoring continues in perpetuity for free. Earn up to 12 AMA PRA Category 1 CME credits ™.
40 years of practice stand behind this course, now in 27th year. This course fast tracks the framework of protocol and thought for the structure and problem-oriented approach to echocardiography. Though nothing can replace years of diligent practice, this activity distills years of traditional academics into a highly integrated mindset that will shorten the physician's learning curve dramatically.
This is not a hands-on course; depending on your goals, you may find the pace and development of critical visual skills in our Hands-On Cardiac Imaging course more appropriate to your needs. Contact us to explore which approach may be best for you.
As a non-cardiology resident, it is nearly impossible to access focused technical training in echocardiography. Unlike most meetings on this subject, the setting is small and intimate, fostering interactive dialogue and specialized instruction. Post-conference mentoring continues in perpetuity for free. Earn up to 12 AMA PRA Category 1 CME credits ™.
40 years of practice stand behind this course, now in 27th year. This course fast tracks the framework of protocol and thought for the structure and problem-oriented approach to echocardiography. Though nothing can replace years of diligent practice, this activity distills years of traditional academics into a highly integrated mindset that will shorten the physician's learning curve dramatically.
This is not a hands-on course; depending on your goals, you may find the pace and development of critical visual skills in our Hands-On Cardiac Imaging course more appropriate to your needs. Contact us to explore which approach may be best for you.
Target Audience
- Physicians who are contemplating entry into a cardiology residency or fellowship program.
- Physicians who have not completed a formal cardiology fellowship in the field, but desire to learn the systematic framework of echocardiographic analysis.
- Clinicians from any background who desire a deeper understanding of the applied science behind the technology of echocardiography.
- Technologists who wish to refine their knowledge of the why behind echocardiographic analytical parameters.
Schedule
CME Hours
Tuition
9:00-4:00pm, Adjourn 12:00pm Noon second day.
Hands-On Scan Lab open 24 hours during the class
for optional, self-led practice.
CME Hours
Approved for 12 AMA PRA Category I CME credits ™.
Tuition
$1400 (US funds). Includes course attendance, 24 hour Hands-On Laboratory, all course materials, and light lunch on the first day.
Hotel guests are offered complimentary breakfast each morning
and Social Hour with beverages and hot hors d'oeuvres Monday-Thursday. Post conference mentoring support is free forever.
Available Dates
Dallas, Texas
• April 6-7
• June 7-8
• July 19-20
• August 3-4
• November 5-6
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Objectives
Upon successful completion of this course the learner should be able to:
- Identify your own personal level of current proficiency and accuracy in classifying and reporting cardiac ultrasound imaging data.
- Recount the standard formal protocol for systematic assessment of the entire heart and great vessels for each of the following: M-Mode, two-dimensional, and achromatic/ color Doppler ultrasound.
- Validate the quality of a completed examination with regard to relevant data acquisition and operator technique.
- Discuss the differential diagnosis, primary, and secondary ultrasound findings for pathology involving the semilunar valves and great vessels.
- Discuss the differential diagnosis, primary, and secondary ultrasound findings for pathology involving the mitral and tricuspid valves
- Discuss normal and altered ventricular function and its differential diagnosis and ultrasound findings in diseased states.
- Discuss the differential diagnosis and categorize ultrasound findings associated with myocardial infarction.
- Discuss the differential diagnosis and classify ultrasound findings in disease states of the pericardium.
- Discuss the differential diagnosis and ultrasound findings for intracardiac and extra-cardiac masses.
- Articulate a concise, complete recitation of all echocardiographic findings in a report using standard terminology.
- Begin to establish a relevant quality control mechanism within your own clinical service facility.
- More details on:
- Exchange your commitment for your employer's training support: download a contract proposal here
- Download free anatomy charts and more, and visit the
Pre- and Post Conference Reading Room