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Vascular Ultrasound Training Course
Location & Dates
- Milwaukee, WI | Oct 21 - 23, 2016
- Milwaukee, WI | Mar 24 - 26, 2017
- Milwaukee, WI | Oct 20 - 22, 2017
- Milwaukee, WI | Oct 21 - 23, 2016
- Milwaukee, WI | Mar 24 - 26, 2017
- Milwaukee, WI | Oct 20 - 22, 2017
Overview
About this Course
This 3-day Vascular Ultrasound course is designed for sonographers, echocardiographers, interventional technologists and physicians seeking intensive training on the essential aspects of vascular ultrasound. This course provides an opportunity to complement the professional’s existing skills with non-invasive vascular examination techniques. The course begins with a review of the basic physical principles of gray scale imaging and Doppler ultrasound including discussions on instrumentation and methods that are used to optimize the quality of diagnostic data obtained by the use of gray scale ultrasound as well as color, power and spectral Doppler modes. Specific applications are then addressed beginning with a review of the relevant anatomy and physiology followed by in-depth presentations on examination techniques, protocols and diagnostic criteria. The specific applications that will be addressed include: Extra-cranial cerebrovascular, abdominal and retroperitoneal (including large vessels as well as organs), and peripheral arterial and venous imaging and non-imaging assessments.
The didactic course work for each application will be complemented by supervised scanning sessions conducted in small groups using live models and experienced instructors on a variety of ultrasound systems. Additional topics covered in the course will include recent advances in technology, practice issues as well as quality assurance measures. This course would also be appropriate for preparing for the registry in vascular ultrasound (RVT). Ample time will be provided each day for interactive discussions and questions.
Educational Objectives
At the completion of this seminar, participants will be able to:
- Describe how gray scale ultrasound, color flow imaging and spectral Doppler are used in the evaluation of the vascular system.
- Describe the essential components of a sonographic examination the extracranial cerebrovascular system.
- List the most common abdominal and retroperitoneal applications of vascular ultrasound imaging.
- List the characteristics of normal and abnormal peripheral arterial Doppler flow signals.
- Describe the ultrasound findings of venous thrombosis and the features used to distinguish acute from chronic venous disease.
Schedule
Day One
| 8:00 am | Registration and Coffee |
| 8:30 am | Overview of Ultrasound Physics and Doppler Fundamentals Practical Doppler Principles Review
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| 9:30 am | Cerebrovascular Anatomy
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| 10:10 am | Informal Discussion and Break |
| 10:20 am | Carotid and Vertebral Duplex Exam
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| 12:00 pm | Lunch - (on your own) |
| 1:00 pm | Introduction to Peripheral Arterial Testing
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| 2:00 pm | Hands-on Scanning Lab
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| 3:00 pm | Informal Discussion and Break |
| 3:00 pm | Hands-on Scanning Lab (continued) |
| 4:30 pm | Adjourn for the Day |
Day Two
| 8:00 am | Physiologic Testing for Peripheral Arterial Disease-Lower Extremities
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| 9:00 am | Color Duplex Imaging-Lower Extremities
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| 10:00 am | Informal Discussion and Break |
| 10:10 am | Hands-on Scanning Lab for Physiologic Testing and Color Duplex Imaging |
| 12:00 pm | Lunch - (on your own) |
| 1:00 pm | Upper Extremity Venous Applications
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| 2:40 pm | Informal Discussion and Break |
| 2:50 pm | Lower Extremity Venous Applications
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| 5:30 pm | Adjourn for the Day |
Day Three
| 8:00 am | Abdominal and Retroperitoneal Applications
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| 10:00 am | Informal Discussion and Break |
| 10:10 pm | Scan Protocols - Diagnostic Techniques |
| 11:10 pm | Hands-on Scanning |
| 12:30 pm | Adjourn Course |
Audience
- Physicians
- Sonographers
- Nurses
- Interventional Technologists
- Echocardiographers
- Technologists
This course is intended for healthcare professionals who already perform and/or interpret other ultrasound-based imaging examinations but desire more in-depth knowledge regarding the use of ultrasound imaging and other assessment techniques for vascular examinations. Prior to attending this course attendees are expected to possess knowledge on the following topics:
- Human anatomy and physiology
- Basic principles of ultrasound physics and instrumentation
- Fundamental concepts of clinical care and patient safety
Faculty
Name
Rob Daigle, BA, RVT, FSVU
Education Training Consultant
Summer Publishing LLC, President/Owner
Littleton, Colorado
Name
Nichole Markham, MS, RT, RDMS, RVT
Nikki is a Sonographer for Columbia St. Mary’s, located in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. She performs general and vascular sonography. She is also a clinical and didactic instructor for ultrasound students. She is a registered Sonographer through the ARDMS as well as a registered Radiologic Technologist through the ARRT. Nikki obtained her Bachelor of Science in Radiologic Technology and her Master of Science in Organizational Leadership and Quality from Marian University in Fond du Lac, WI.
Credits
CME
The Medical Technology Management Institute is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education to provide continuing medical education for physicians.
The Medical Technology Management Institute designates this live activity for a maximum of 18 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits ™. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity
Nursing CBRN
Provider approved by the California Board of Registered Nursing, Provider Number CEP# 16205 for 18 contact hours.
SVU
This program provides a total of 18 credit hours that meet the criteria for SVU-CMEs which are accepted by the American Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonographers® (ARDMS®), The American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) for Category A credit, Cardiovascular Credentialing International (CCI) and the Intersocietal Accreditation Commission (IAC) for laboratory accreditation.
Location
Milwaukee/Menomonee Falls,WI- October 21-23, 2016
Accommodations:
Four Points by Sheraton Milwaukee North Shore
8900 North Kildeer Court
Brown Deer, WI 53209
Reservations: 800-368-7764- Ask for the MTMI-Vascular Ultrasound Group Rate or Click Here
Rate: $109.00 per night + Tax Single or Double
Make Reservations No later than October 06, 2016
Guest Room Rate Includes Complimentary:
*Airport Shuttle from MKE between the hours of 6AM-10PM
call hotel to reserve- need 48 hours notice.
Airport to Four Points Hotel/MTMI can be a 60 minute commute dependent on traffic-Schedule flights accordingly.
If airport shuttle is needed outside of scheduled hours - Attendee on own for arrangements.
*Daily group shuttle to/from course location at MTMI
*Hot Breakfast Buffet Daily
*Hot Appetizers Mon-Thurs 5PM-7PM in 8900 Bar & Bistro
*1 drink coupon per room per stay*WIFI in guestroom and common areas in hotel*Bottled water in each guest room
*Use of fitness center, pools and business center
*Microwaves available- request when making reservation
*Shuttle to Bayshore Mall with 48 hours advance notice, based on availability
Course Location:
MTMI Education Center
at Herzing University
W140N8917 Lilly Road
Menomonee Falls, WI 53051
262-717-9797
Note: Lunch on own
