CME Medical Conferences

Ultrasound: Office, Hospitalist and Emergency w/ Transvaginal Scanning

A Seminar for Medical Office, Hospitalist, Emergency and Transvaginal Ultrasound Scanning
CME Conference Description:

This course provides an excellent introduction into the use of medical ultrasound.  The goal of the course is to encourage the incorporation of ultrasound techniques into everyday practice to facilitate diagnosis, and improve patient satisfaction. Participants will learn to use the ultrasound probe like a stethoscope to uncover patient anatomy and pathology that lies just below the skin.

2010
This activity has been reviewed and is acceptable for up to 15 Prescribed credits by the American Academy of Family Physicians.
The Texas Academy of Family Physicians designates this educational activity for a maximum of 15 AMA PRA Category 1 credits TM.
Physicians should only claim credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.
2011
Application for CME credit has been filed with the American Academy of Family physicians. Determination of credit is pending.
The Texas Academy of Family Physicians designates this educational activity for a maximum of 15 AMA PRA Category 1 credits TM.
Physicians should only claim credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.

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CME Conference Credits: 15
CME Conference Objectives

·   Understand the physics, applications, indications and limitations for office and emergency department ultrasound.
·   Understand ultrasound anatomy.
·   Review equipment needs and use.
·   Provide ample hands-on learning with live patients.
·   Recognize the benefits and limitations of office, and emergency department ultrasound.
·   Understand and be comfortable with scanning the “primary” indications for ultrasound in the emergency department.

CME Conference Fee: $1350


  Location Dates Discounted Fee
Charleston Marriott Hotel
Charleston, SC
Instructor(s): David James		4/14/2011 – 4/15/2011By Mar 14 2011 then $1250.00


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CME Conference Agenda

Breakfast and Registration
7:30am – 8:00am  

There will also be a 15 minute mid-morning and a 15 minute mid-afternoon break.

Day One
8:00am-Noon
Physics of ultrasound, probe selection, anatomy, basic “knobology”
Ultrasound of gallbladder, kidneys, and aorta, hands-on scanning

Noon-1:00pm
Lunch

1:00-5:00pm
OB/pelvic ultrasound, overview of transvaginal scanning, hands-on scanning (pending available models)
Cardiac ultrasound, hands on scanning

Day Two
8:00am-12:30pm
Recap of day 1, questions
FAST scan for intra-abdominal trauma, hands-on scanning
Thyroid and vascular applications, hands-on scanning

Noon-1:00pm
Lunch

1:00-5:00pm
Billing and coding, hands-on scanning, individual skills assessment
Questions, hands-on scanning

CME Conference Reviews

"Hands on US with models - excellent!" - Mark Hansen, MD, April 2010

"Good overview of US use in ER" - Anonymous, April 2010

"Sufficiently complete to allow for immediate application of new skills" - Anonymous, April 2010

"Dr. James is excellent! The hands on experience was so valuable. Definitely one of the best NPI courses." - Anonymous - February 2006