Introduction to MSK Ultrasound - Lower Extremities

Tuition - $405.00

(12 months access)

Product Details

6.00 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit(s)™

Date of Original Release: 1/1/2017
This edition valid for credit through: 1/1/2020
Product Code: OC-MSKL161

Introduction to MSK Ultrasound - Lower Extremities

Introduction to MSK Ultrasound - Lower Extremities Online Course is designed to increase knowledge and competence in order to better perform and/or interpret lower extremity musculoskeletal ultrasound. This course is made up of five (5) modules, which include recommended reading assignments, online video lectures, case presentations, and online interactive activities, including post-module exams. Enrollment is valid for 12 months (365 days) and begins the moment the participant is enrolled. Extend your online course access another 3 months with the addition of an onsite hands-on workshop or registration for a regularly scheduled GCUS scan workshop.

12 months UNLIMITED access from your computer, tablet or phone. No lockouts, or hidden limitations after a certain amount of views.
A variety of learning components including: video lectures, scan demonstrations, course handouts, interactive components/quizzes, and more to improve diagnostic accuracy.
All online courses are approved for AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™ upon successful completion.
All online courses cover the same topics as our comprehensive live courses. Add a Hands-On Workshop (Not Valid for Registry Reviews) and receive 3 additional months of access. See our Blended Course Learning Format for more details.
Group pricing is available for groups of 5 or more (Not Valid for Registry Reviews). Add a Custom Onsite Hands-On Workshop for training consistency, time and cost effectiveness, with the highest quality ultrasound training in the industry.
Private Hands-On Workshops are also available for the learner who prefers the 1-1 learning format. Receive 3 additional months of unlimited online access (Not Valid for Registry Reviews) with a Private Hands-On Course. See our Private Hands-On Course Learning Format for more details.
All online courses have been broken down as micro-learning lessons in our Training Video Learning Format (Not Valid for Registry Reviews). All Training Videos are available in DVD and Online Video viewing options, with or without CME Credits. (CME Credits can be purchased at a later date). For more micro-learning options, see our selection of Protocol Manuals.

Topics & Objectives Audience Instructors CME Credits Freebies

Topics

Musculoskeletal Ultrasound Imaging Fundamentals and Tissue Characterization
Ultrasound Evaluation of the Knee
Ultrasound Evaluation of Knee Pathology
Ultrasound Evaluation of the Foot & Ankle
Ultrasound Evaluation of the Hip

Objectives

Demonstrate the participant's knowledge to better perform and/or interpret MSK ultrasound examinations.
State the basic fundamentals of ultrasound physics.
Demonstrate proper transducer manipulation to produce diagnostic images.
Identify normal ultrasound imaging characteristics of musculoskeletal anatomy.
Recognize normal ultrasound characteristics associated with the knee.
Recognize common knee artifacts and pitfalls.
Explain the typical patterns of knee pathology.
Apply appropriate techniques and protocols for performing foot and ankle static and dynamic ultrasound examinations.
Identify normal and variant anatomy during musculoskeletal ultrasound imaging of the foot and ankle.
Recognize common patterns of foot and ankle pathology to optimize the diagnostic and treatment capabilities of musculoskeletal ultrasound of the foot and ankle.
Outline the hip anatomy and recognize ultrasound appearance of the normal hip.
Identify common hip pathology as seen with ultrasound.

Target Audience

Physicians and sonographers who are involved with the ultrasound evaluation of the musculoskeletal system of the lower extremities. Physician participants may include (but are not limited to) those involved with specialties in: radiology, orthopedics, sports medicine, physical therapy, chiropractic medicine, rheumatology, and emergency medicine.

Course Faculty

Paul Lento MD

Fellowship Trained, Triple Board Certified in Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation
Sarasota Orthopedic Associates.
Sarasota, FL.
No relevant financial relationships to disclose.

Jon Jacobson MD, RMSK

Professor of Radiology.
Director of Musculoskeletal Radiology.
Department of Radiology
University of Michigan, Ann Arbor, MI.
GUI QI Task Force Subcommittee
No relevant financial relationships to disclose.

Timothy J. Mazzola MD, CAQSM, RMSK

Board Certified in Family Medicine, Sports Medicine and Musculoskeletal Ultrasound.
Cornerstone Orthopaedics & Sports Medicine.
Denver, Colorado.
GUI QI Task Force Subcommittee
No relevant financial relationships to disclose.

Theresa Jorgensen RDMS, RDCS, RVT

Ultrasound Consultant – Phoenix, Arizona
No relevant financial relationships to disclose.

Faculty & Content Disclosures...

Faculty Disclosure
Gulfcoast Ultrasound Institute, Inc. adheres to ACCME Essential Areas, Standards, and Policies regarding industry support of CME. Speakers will disclose any relevant commercial relationships prior to the start of the educational activity.

Content Validation
All presentations for this CME activity were reviewed and approved by members of the GUI CME Review Committee to determine content validity and to ensure that no conflicts of interest exist prior to the activity commencement or material compilation.

Disclosure of Individuals in Control of Content
In addition to the faculty listed the following individuals are recognized by GUI as being in control of content of this program:

James Mateer, MD, RDMS (Medical Director-planner, QI Task Force)
Medical Director, Gulfcoast Ultrasound Institute
No relevant financial relationships to disclose.

Andreas Dewitz, MD, RDMS(Member of Advisory Board, QI Task Force Subcommittee)
Associate Professor of Emergency Medicine
Vice Chair of Ultrasound Education
Boston Medical Center
Boston, MA
No relevant financial relationships to disclose

Lori Green, BA, RT, RDMS, RDCS, RVT (Program Director/planner and reviewer, QI Task Force)
President, Gulfcoast Ultrasound Institute, Inc.
No relevant financial relationships to disclose

Brian Schenker, MBA, RDMS, RVT (Program Coordinator/planner and reviewer, QI Task Force)
Program Coordinator, Gulfcoast Ultrasound Institute, Inc.
No relevant financial relationships to disclose

Disclosure of Commercial Support
There was no commercial support involved in the planning, development/implementation of this activity.

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Accreditation Statement

The Gulfcoast Ultrasound Institute is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME) to provide continuing medical education for physicians.

The Gulfcoast Ultrasound Institute designates this enduring material for a maximum of 6.00 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit(s)™. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.

This course also meets CME/CEU requirements for ARDMS. Note: While offering the CME credit hours noted above, activities are not intended to provide extensive training or certification for exam performance or interpretation.