Abdominal Ultrasound Course - June 15-17, 2017

Philadelphia, PA US
June 15, 2017 to June 17, 2017
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The two-day Abdominal program covers the broad range of applications for ultrasound evaluation of the abdomen.  The program consists of lectures and case reviews.  The Saturday optional hands-on experience with live models provides an opportunity for clinicians to hone skills and develop new ones. 

Specific lecture topics include a review of principles of ultrasound physics, instrumentation and imaging techniques including Doppler, and ultrasound evaluation of:

  • Great Vessels
  • Liver
  • Biliary System
  • Pancreas
  • Kidneys
  • Spleen
  • Transplants
  • Basic Fetal Anatomy
  • Abdominal Doppler (liver, renal, and mesentery)
  • Thyroid & Parathyroid
  • Scrotum
 

A typical class day runs from 9:00 am to 5:00 pm. An optional hands-on scanning session is available on Saturday morning from 9:00 am to approximately noon. This session allows students the opportunity to scan models using a variety of ultrasound equipment.

ACCREDITATION INFORMATION

Sidney Kimmel Medical College at Thomas Jefferson University is accredited by the ACCME to provide continuing medical education for physicians.  Sidney Kimmel Medical College at Thomas Jefferson University designates this live activity for a maximum of 15.0 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit(s)™. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.

Target Audience

This program is designed for physicians, clinicians, medical professionals, and cross-training technologists interested in the sonographic manifestations of normal and pathologic conditions of abdominal organs. Scanning experience is recommended.

Learning Objectives

Through attending this course, the participant should be able to:

  • Recognize the acoustic representation of normal abdominal anatomy and identify pathologies of the abdomen from ultrasound images
  • Understand and discuss the capabilities and limitations of ultrasound evaluation of the abdomen
  • Demonstrate improved case interpretation ability
Additional information
Jefferson Content Development By: 
Sidney Kimmel Medical College (SKMC)
Thomas Jefferson University Hospital (TJUH)
Content Areas: 
Radiology
Ultrasound
Course Format: 
Live Conference
Course summary
Available credit: 
  • 15.00 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™
  • 15.00 Attendance
Course opens: 
06/01/2017
Course expires: 
06/01/2018
Event starts: 
06/15/2017 - 9:00am
Event ends: 
06/17/2017 - 5:00pm
Cost:
$0.00
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Thomas Jefferson University Hospital
132 S. 10th Street
780L Main Building
Philadelphia, PA 19107
United States

All faculty at continuing educating activities for nurses, physicians and allied health professionals are required to disclose to the audience (1) any significant financial relationships with the manufacturer(s) of any commercial products, goods or services and (2) any unlabeled/unapproved uses of drugs or devices discussed in their presentations.  Such disclosures will be made in writing in the course presentation materials.  Jefferson Conflict of Interest resolution process may result in changes to the agenda.

Available Credit

  • 15.00 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™
  • 15.00 Attendance

Accreditation Period

Course opens: 
06/01/2017
Course expires: 
06/01/2018

Price

Cost:
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