Introduction to OB/GYN and Fetal Echocardiography

Introduction to OB/GYN and Fetal Echocardiography
Thursday, May 20, 2010 - Saturday, May 22, 2010
St. Pete Beach, FL

MEETING SPONSOR:
Gulfcoast Ultrasound Institute
Gulfcoast Staff
4615 Gulf Blvd. Suite 205
Saint Pete Beach, FL 33706
Toll-Free (800) 619-1900
(727) 363-4500
FAX (727) 363-0811
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CONFERENCE CENTER:
Gulfcoast Ultrasound Institute
4615 Gulf Blvd. Suite 205
St. Pete Beach, FL 33706
Toll-Free (800) 619-1900
(727) 363-4500
FAX (727) 363-0811
Email: learn@gcus.com
Website: http://www.gcus.com

MEETING DESCRIPTION:
Program Name: Introduction to OB/GYN and Fetal Echocardiography - May 2010
Start Date: 05/20/2010
End Date: 05/22/2010
AMA Cat. 1 CME Credits: 24.0
Other CME Credits: 22.5 ASRT Cat. A Credits
Advanced Registration: $1,475.00
Regular Registration: $1,515.00
Location: Gulfcoast Ultrasound Institute
Address: 4615 Gulf Blvd., Suite 205
St. Pete Beach, FL 33706

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Course Itinerary

OB/GYN Course Objectives:

At the completion of the program the participant should be able to:
1. Explain the basic fundamentals of U/S physics/instrumentation.
2. Describe routine scan protocols, and measurements for performing transabdominal GYN, endovaginal scanning, and obstetric applications.
3. Identify normal/abnormal img. characteristics of ovarian & uterine pathology.
4. Identify normal fetal anatomy, apply appropriate measurement techniques and discuss commonly seen fetal abnormalities.
5. Perform a biophysical profile examination.
6. State the indications and applications for performing fetal echo.
7. Explain fetal cardiac anatomy and physiology.
8. Identify ultrasound anatomy of the fetal heart.
9. Demonstrate a routine protocol for a fetal echocardiogram.
10. Describe commonly seen fetal heart pathology.
11. Increase knowledge and confidence to perform and/or interpret obstetrical and gynecological ultrasound examinations.
12. Apply the information discussed in a clinical setting, under supervised conditions until an accepted level of proficiency has been attained.

OB/GYN Course Topics:

* Imaging fundamentals
* GYN anatomy and physiology
* GYN scan protocol
* GYN video case studies
* Uterine and ovarian pathology
* 1st trimester evaluation
* Fetal anatomy/biometry/biophysical profile
* Placenta/multiple gestation
* Fetal abnormalities
* OB Interactive case studies review
* Indications for endovaginal exam
* Endovaginal scan techniques/image orientation
* Early gestation/ectopic pregnancy
* Fetal cardiac anatomy and physiology
* Fetal heart screening overview: indications/applications and exam limitations
* 4-chamber

CME HOURS: 24.0

LECTURE TOPICS:
Ultrasound