• Principles governing image generation
• What, when, and why of equipment controls
• Hands-on scanning of the “Big 5” (liver, spleen, kidneys, and bladder) and right-sided views of the heart
• Recognition of normal organ structure
• Measurement of cardiac size and function

• Learn pathology and differential diagnoses of common soft tissue diseases
• Refinement of abdominal scanning techniques through hands-on instruction
• Imaging of the more difficult organs (pancreas, adrenals, lymph nodes, etc…)
• Case studies and discussions

• This course will cover Doppler imaging and its applications for portosystemic shunt evaluation as well as imaging non-cardiac thoracic structures, ocular, and cervical region
• Case studies and discussions
• Will include hands-on scanning

• This course will cover Doppler imaging and its applications for portosystemic shunt evaluation as well as imaging non-cardiac thoracic structures, ocular, cervical region, and neurologic imaging with case examples, as well as other subjects
• Will include hands-on scanning

• A general view of cardiology from ECG’s to treatment plans
• Hands-on instruction of cardiac scanning techniques for right and left-sided views and M-Mode
• Diagnostic principles of echocardiography
• Case studies and discussion
• Acquired cardiac diseases

• Understand the basics of Doppler physics and principles
• Recognize normal and abnormal flow profiles
• Through hands-on scanning, be able to obtain all views to collect Doppler information pertaining to regurgitant volumes, intracardiac pressures, pressure gradients, and stroke volumes

• This course will take a case based approach to trouble shooting common but complex clinically relevant cardiac problems
• This course will focus on the utility of echocardiography and will build on the attendees experience with 2D and Doppler
• Lecture only

• This course will focus on echocardiographic interpretation in practical case based format
• It will cover common clinical presentations of acquired heart disease and the utility of echocardiography in diagnosis and management
• Lecture only

• A practical approach to canine and feline electrocardiography
• Following this comprehensive 2 day ECG course, attendees will be able to interpret clinically relevant canine and feline ECG abnormalities
• This course will review the basics of ECG interpretation and use a clinically relevant case based approach to demonstrate clinical utility
• This course has no specific background requirements
• All relevant information will be covered
• Taught by a board certified Cardiologist
• Lecture only

• Obtain a better understanding of disease processes pertaining to felines
• Increase skill level of hands-on scanning techniques for both the abdomen and heart
• Learn current therapies used for treatment of feline diseases

• Expand on skills acquired in Basic and Diagnostic courses
• Hands-on scanning only, no lecture

Parts 1 and 2 (taught by a Boarded Specialist)

• This course will include a 2 part lecture series regarding the clinical and sonographic presentations of all major organ systems in canine, feline, and ferret medicine
• The approach for Parts 1 and 2 will take the attendee from the moment the patient presents to the clinician, through the clinical workup, and culminating with the sonographic presentation, followed by a brief summary of the clinical outcome
• The objective of the course is to aid the clinical sonographer to recognize and integrate the sonographic pathology into the clinical workup, recognize the pathological tendencies, and stimulate clinical objectivity
• Sampling techniques, recommendations, and procedures will also be addressed.
  Parts 1 and 2 will be accompanied by a short hands-on scanning session reinforcing techniques

Parts 1 and 2 (taught by a Boarded Specialist)

• This course will include a 2 part lecture series regarding the clinical and sonographic presentations of all major organ systems in canine, feline, and ferret medicine
• The approach for Parts 1 and 2 will take the attendee from the moment the patient presents to the clinician, through the clinical workup, and culminating with the sonographic presentation, followed by a brief summary of the clinical outcome
• The objective of the course is to aid the clinical sonographer to recognize and integrate the sonographic pathology into the clinical workup, recognize the pathological tendencies, and stimulate clinical objectivity
• Sampling techniques, recommendations, and procedures will also be addressed.
  Parts 1 and 2 will be accompanied by a short hands-on scanning session reinforcing techniques

Part 3 (taught by an Internist)

• Discussion of common disease conditions as well as case-based discussions in small animal (canine and feline) medicine will be presented
• Case discussions will follow the problem-oriented approach, and will include initial case evaluation leading to the ultrasound exam, integration of the ultrasound findings and other diagnostic tests into the case as a whole and case management
• Attendee participation, case presentation and discussion will be encouraged (please submit any case material for class discussion prior to the course)

• This course will cover basic abdomen and cardiac scanning, encompassing anatomy, physics, principles, knobology, image acquisition, image protocols, normals and abnormals, and case studies

• This course will cover intermediate abdomen and cardiac scanning encompassing anatomy, knobology, image protocols, normals and abnormals, case studies, and “what to do if" scenarios

• The first three days will give you an understanding of the basics of Doppler physics and principles
• Recognize normal and abnormal flow profiles
• Through hands-on scanning, be able to obtain all views to collect Doppler information pertaining to regurgitant volumes, intracardiac pressures, pressure gradients, and stroke volumes
• Hands-on scanning on days two and three
• Days four and five will be all lecture and take a case based approach to trouble shooting common but complex clinically relevant cardiac problems and focus on the utility of echocardiography as well as build your experience with 2D and Doppler

• This course is comprised of 4 weeks of onsite training spread out over a year’s time, taking the student from a Basic to an Advanced Imaging level in both abdomen and cardiac ultrasound
• Digital Radiography, MRI, and CT are also touched upon. Anatomy, Physics and Principles, Image Acquisition, Protocols, Knobology, Normals, etc… are all addressed
• Students are held accountable through written tests and practicums, as well as homework
• Upon completion of the course, they will receive a Certificate of Completion in Advanced Imaging. Click here for full details

• Hone and continue to build your scanning skills
• Address any problem areas experienced by the technician
• Introduce new topics in veterinary ultrasound
• 1 day of abdomen and 1 day of cardiac scanning, with little or no lecture

• This course will cover both thoracic and abdominal imaging, special procedures such as esophagrams and upper gastrointestinal procedures as well as how to perform these procedures
• Case based presentations to apply the information learned will be covered on day 2
• Taught by a board certified Radiologist

• Knobology and machine function and setup
• Tendon, ligament, and joint scanning principles
• Normals and abnormals Case studies Hands-on scanning

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