On-site Course
Canine
Feline

Introduction to Ultrasound: The Basics

Carlsbad, United States
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Type
On-site Course
Species
Canine
Feline
Venue
Academy West - Carlsbad, United States
Date
Dec 09-10, 2023
Language
English
By
Academy of Veterinary Imaging
Website
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Description:

This highly practical 2-day course with practical sessions  

on both days was designed to allow veterinarians to start to get familiar with the ultrasound machine.  By the end of the course, it is expected that delegates will be proficient in some of the basic techniques of ultrasound. 

Objectives:

Course Objectives include, principles governing image  

generation, using equipment controls, recognition of normal organ structure, hands-on scanning of FAST exam, hands-on scanning of the liver, spleen, kidneys, and bladder, aspirate and biopsy practice on phantoms as well as incorporating ultrasound into practice 

  • Principles governing image generation 
  • What, when, and why of equipment controls 
  • Recognition of normal organ structure 
  • Hands-on scanning of FAST exam 
  • Hands-on scanning of the “Big 5” (liver, spleen, kidneys, and bladder) 
  • Incorporation of ultrasound into your practice 

Who Should Attend?  

This course is for veterinarians and technicians who wish to begin, or build upon, ultrasound skills and incorporate this diagnostic tool into their practice. 

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Each year, the Sound® Academy of Veterinary Imaging provides more veterinary ultrasound instruction than all other vendors and North American Universities combined. After attending the Sound® Academy of Veterinary Imaging, you will possess the training to perform specific ultrasound exams accurately, efficiently, and confidently. Sound® instructors are hand-picked board certified specialists chosen for their clinical application and ultrasound teaching experience. With low instructor to student ratios, attendees are guaranteed one-on-one attention during each hands-on scanning session.
With over sixty courses annually, the ultrasound learning curve is realistically addressed. On-going customized training, webinar instruction, and individual seminars are also available.

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