Ultrasound Imaging of the Female Patient

Covering all the bases with ultrasound scanning of the female patient can place demands on a sonographers skills. This one day course will deal with examinations routinely performed in OB/GYN offices and imaging facilities. This exceptional faculty member will begin with basic ultrasound physics to allow attendees to refresh their knowledge. This course will explore ultrasound imaging of the female breast to include basic anatomy and how it varies on the mammographic and sonographic examination. A look will be taken at both normal and abnormal breast images. The remainder of the course will be dedicated to ultrasound assessment of the female pelvis. Sonographers will be able to hone their skills through the presentation of both normal and abnormal anatomy in a broad variety of sonographic images.

You will learn about the sonographic appearance of causes of abnormal uterine bleeding, incompetent cervix and ectopic pregnancies. Come spend the day with other sonographers as you build your skills and leave with a new enthusiasm for your role as a healthcare provider.

Course Topics
• Basic Ultrasound Concepts
• Breast Imaging
• Mammographic Anatomy
• Breast US Imaging
• Ultrasound Evaluation of the Female Pelvis
• Pathology of the Female Pelvis
• Unusual Anatomy
• Sonographic appearances of common causes of abnormal uterine bleeding
• Early Pregnancy to Include Incompetent Cervix
• Ectopic Pregnancies
• Case studies