Modular ultrasonography online - interactive online CPD lectures

TUE 12 OCTOBER TO WED 1 DECEMBER 2010

Course fee: £999

This exciting CPD format offers participants the flexibility of online learning as well as a substantial practical component. The course is designed to provide veterinary surgeons with the knowledge and skills required to perform a basic abdominal ultrasonographic examination and identify normal anatomy and changes seen with common diseases.

The course is for beginners. No previous knowledge of ultrasound or experience with ultrasonographic examinations is required or expected.

The theoretical component of this course will be delivered through the medium of five 2 hour online interactive lectures. The lecture format not only allows you to hear the lecturer and see slides and ultrasound images and clips but also allows interaction between participants and the lecturer. It's a fun, convenient and efficient way of learning and earning some CPD hours without the hassle of travelling. "Attending" the lecture is easy - you only need internet access (broadband preferred) and an email address (specific instructions will be sent to registered participants) - no special computer skills or programs are required.

The lectures will be scheduled at 1:00pm GMT (see dates below) – there will be a 30 minute familiarisation period before the first lecture. The lectures will be followed by two “hands-on” scanning days (whole day) at the RVC on 17th November and 1st December to assist consolidate theoretical knowledge. If you are unable to “attend” some lectures at the scheduled times or would like to review the lecture later in the course you will be able to view a recorded version at a more convenient time.

Key areas:

- Physics of diagnostic ultrasound
- Ultrasonographic artifacts
- Machine set-up and image recording
- Review of normal ultrasonographic appearance
- Ultrasonography of liver, biliary tract and spleen, gastrointestinal tract and pancreas, urinary tract, reproductive tract, adrenal glands, lymph nodes and abdomen in general
- Ultrasound guided invasive procedures

Online lecture schedule - each lecture runs from 1pm to 3pm:

Tuesday 12 October
Thursday 14 October
Thursday 21 October
Thursday 28 October
Thursday 4 November

The two practical days will involve imaging of all the relevant body systems as well as ultra-sound guided biopsies. The approximately two week gap between days will allow participants to practice their technique after the first practical and fine tune it during the second practical. The practical days are a required part of this course.

Veterinarians who cannot attend the RVC for practicals are advised to consider our other ultrasonography online course later in the year where the practical scanning day is optional (see dates earlier in 2010).

Programme for practical days:

Day 1 - Wednesday 17th November
08.30-09.00 Registration and refreshments
09.00-09.30 Familiarisation with machines
09.30-10.30 Liver, GB spleen
10.30-11.00 Tea/Coffee break
11.00-12.30 GI tract and pancreas
12.30-13.30 Lunch
13.30-14.15 Urinary tract
14.15-15.00 Reproductive tract
15.00-15.30 Tea/Coffee break
15.30-16.30 Adrenals and sublumbar lymph nodes
16.30-17.00 US-guided biopses

Day 2 - Wednesday 1st December
08.30-09.00 Registration and refreshments
09.00-09.45 Liver, GB spleen
09.45-10.45 GI tract and pancreas
10.45-11.15 Tea/Coffee break
11.15-12.15 Urinary tract
12.15-13.15 Lunch
13.15-13.45 Reproductive tract
13.34-14.45 Adrenals and sublumbar lymph nodes
14.45-15.00 US-guided biopsies
15.00-15.30 Tea/Coffee break
15.30-16.30 Review abdomen

Proudly supported by BCF Technology

Veterinary portable ultrasound scanners and digital x-ray equipment

TUTORS:
Pete Mantis, DVM DipECVDI FHEA MRCVS
Senior Lecturer in Radiology
The Royal Veterinary College

RVC Continuing Professional Development (CPD) Unit

Modular ultrasonography online - interactive online CPD lectures

CPD

RVC Continuing Professional Development
(CPD) Unit