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| Aug 23 - 27, 2010 | | | Neurovascular (Carotid & Transcranial Doppler) Ultrasound |
| | Description: | Presents the basic principles of ultrasound physics and technology as well as anatomy, pathophysiology and hemodynamics regarding the extra- and
intracranial cerebral circulation. Carotid duplex sonography, color-flow imaging, carotid intima-media thickness measurement, transcranial Doppler (TCD), embolus detection and new developments in ultrasonographic methods are presented during both lectures and hands-on scanning lab sessions. The emphasis is on clinical applications, case examples and principles of interpretation. The courses are designed as a one week curriculum, and students are encouraged to attend for the entire week. However, the first three days focus on principles, physics and extracranial carotid sonography, while the last two days focus on TCD. Either part may be attended separately. | | | Location: | Wake Forest University Baptist Medical C Winston-Salem, NC USA | | | Contact Name(s): | Program for Medical Ultrasound | | | Director(s): | Charles Tegeler, IV, MD | | | Sponsor: | Wake Forest University School of Medicine | | | Comments: | A maximum of 37 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits are available. | | | Phone: | 336-716-4505 | | | Fax: | 336-716-2447 | | | Email: | cmu@wfubmc.edu | | | Web Address: | www.wfubmc.edu/ultrasound | | | | | | | | |
| Oct 25 - 26, 2010 | | | HANDS-ON INTRODUCTION TO CAROTID DUPLEX/COLOR FLOW IMAGING |
| | Description: | At the completion of the program the participant should be able to: Identify the anatomy/physiology of the cerebrovascular system; Discuss Doppler/color physics and be able to (sonographers) apply these principles to optimize system controls or (physicians) utilize this information for identifying technical errors which may result in misdiagnosis; Perform routine scan protocols, and Doppler calculations in a complete carotid duplex/color examination; Identify normal/abnormal spectral Doppler/ color characteristics; explain methods for obtaining quantitative information and state the diagnostic relevance of each measurement; Describe and characterize plaque and other pathology associated with cerebrovascular disease; Discuss Intima-Media Thickness measurements and evaluation and their clinical significance as a screening method for cardiovascular disease; 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. | | | Location: | Gulfcoast Ultrasound Institute Saint Petersburg Beach, FL USA | | | Contact Name(s): | Gulfcoast Ultrasound | | | Director(s): | Lori Green, BA, RT(R), RDMS, RDCS, RVT | | | Comments: | 24 AMA PRA Category 1 CME credits. | | | Phone: | 727-363-4500 | | | Email: | learn@gcus.com | | | Web Address: | www.gcus.com | | | | | | | | |
| Oct 28 - 29, 2010 | | | HANDS-ON INTRODUCTION TO PERIPHERAL VASCULAR DUPLEX/COLOR FLOW IMAGING COURSE |
| | Description: | At the completion of the program the participant should be able to: Identify the anatomy/physiology of the upper and lower extremity venous and arterial systems; Discuss Doppler/color physics and be able to (sonographers) apply these principles to optimize system controls or (physicians) utilize this information for recognizing technical errors which may result in misdiagnosis; Perform routine scan protocols & document Doppler waveforms for arterial & venous evaluations of the lower extremity; Perform routine scan protocol for upper extremity venous evaluation; Identify normal/abnormal spectral Doppler/color characteristics & waveform characteristics for identifying arterial & venous disease. Explain methods for obtaining quantitative information & the diagnostic relevance of each measurement; Recognize image characteristics of acute versus chronic DVT; State the indications and applications of indirect testing methods for lower arterial disease; 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. | | | Location: | Gulfcoast Ultrasound Institute Saint Petersburg Beach, FL USA | | | Contact Name(s): | Gulfcoast Ultrasound | | | Director(s): | Lori Green, BA, RT(R), RDMS, RDCS, RVT | | | Comments: | 16 AMA PRA Category 1 CME credits. | | | Phone: | 727-363-4500 | | | Email: | learn@gcus.com | | | Web Address: | www.gcus.com | | | | | | | | |
| Oct 28 - 29, 2010 | | | HANDS-ON INTRODUCTION TO VENOUS IMAGING AND ULTRASOUND EVALUATION FOR VEIN THERAPY COURSE |
| | Description: | At the completion of the program the participant should be able to: Identify the anatomy/physiology of the upper and lower extremity venous systems, discuss Doppler/color physics and be able to (sonographers) apply these principles to optimize system controls or (physicians) utilize this information for recognizing technical errors which may result in misdiagnosis, perform routine scan protocols and document Doppler waveforms for venous evaluations of the lower extremity for DVT and venous insufficiency. Recognize image characteristics of acute versus chronic DVT. Scan superficial vessels and perforators to rule in venous insufficiency and to determine if the patient is at risk for revascularization of a ligated vein. Increase the participant's knowledge to better perform and/or interpret lower extremity venous evaluation for vein closure procedures. Apply the information discussed in a clinical setting, under supervised conditions until an accepted level of proficiency has been achieved. | | | Location: | Gulfcoast Ultrasound Institute Saint Petersburg Beach, FL USA | | | Contact Name(s): | Gulfcoast Ultrasound | | | Director(s): | Lori Green, BA, RT(R), RDMS, RDCS, RVT | | | Comments: | 16 AMA PRA Category 1 CME credits. | | | Phone: | 727-363-4500 | | | Email: | learn@gcus.com | | | Web Address: | www.gcus.com | | | | | | | | |
| Nov 4 - 5, 2010 | | | VASCULAR INTERPRETATION COURSE |
| | Description: | A COURSE FOR PHYSICIANS & ADVANCED SONOGRAPHERS
At the completion of the program the participant should be able to: Identify the anatomy/physiology of the upper and lower extremity venous systems, discuss Doppler/color physics and be able to (sonographers) apply these principles to optimize system controls or (physicians) utilize this information for recognizing technical errors which may result in misdiagnosis, perform routine scan protocols and document Doppler waveforms for venous evaluations of the lower extremity for DVT and venous insufficiency. Recognize image characteristics of acute versus chronic DVT. Scan superficial vessels and perforators to rule in venous insufficiency and to determine if the patient is at risk for revascularization of a ligated vein. Increase the participant's knowledge to better perform and/or interpret lower extremity venous evaluation for vein closure procedures. Apply the information discussed in a clinical setting, under supervised conditions until an accepted level of proficiency has been achieved. | | | Location: | Gulfcoast Ultrasound Institute Saint Petersburg Beach, FL USA | | | Contact Name(s): | Gulfcoast Ultrasound | | | Director(s): | Lori Green, BA, RT(R), RDMS, RDCS, RVT | | | Comments: | 16 AMA PRA Category 1 CME credits. | | | Phone: | 727-363-4500 | | | Email: | learn@gcus.com | | | Web Address: | www.gcus.com | | | | | | | | |
| Nov 6, 2010 | | | Advancing Awareness, Prevention and Treatment of Vascular Disease |
| | Description: | With the prevalence of diabetes and obesity on the rise, the severity of patients who present for evaluation and management of peripheral vascular disease is overwhelming. Understanding the unique challenges of this patient population is essential to reducing the incidence of these diseases and administering prompt treatment.
The conference will focus on the educational needs of physicians and health professionals interested in learning about the latest developments in the screening, diagnosis and optimal treatment of vascular disease. Attendees will gain an in-depth perspective on vascular disease and ways to enhance care for this patient population. Leading experts in the field will present state-of-the-art practices in abdominal aorta, thoracic aorta, carotid, and lower extremity vascular disease – as well as new non-invasive diagnostic imaging options and vascular screening programs.
| | | Location: | Hard Rock Hotel San Diego, 207 5th Avenu San Diego, CA USA | | | Contact Name(s): | Shelley Berthiaume | | | Sponsor: | Sharp Grossmont Hospital | | | Phone: | 1-800-82-SHARP | | | Email: | cnaburgos@hotmail.com | | | Web Address: | www.sharp.com | | | | | | | | |
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