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Program Contents and Schedule
Day 1 Morning
Introduction to Ultrasound
- Ultrasound Physics
- Probe functions and types
- Methods of scanning (sliding, rocking, other movements and techniques)
- Probe Settings (depth, “knobology”)
- Hand movements and dexterity
Abdominal Ultrasound
- Aorta (all views, normal anatomy, pathology)
- Biliary Quadrant (gallbladder, stones, techniques)
- Kidney (hydronephrosis, pyelonephritis)
- Trans-abdominal Pelvis
Trauma Ultrasound
- eFAST exam
- Right upper quadrant imaging
- Left upper quadrant imaging
- Bladder Imaging
- Cardiac Imaging
- Lung Imaging
Free Scan with Live Models
- Small groups, team led with hands-on guidance and findings
Day 1 Afternoon
Specialty Ultrasound
- Ocular Ultrasound (retinal detachment, foreign bodies)
- Foreign body imaging
- Ultrasound-Guided IV and Central access technique
- Lower Extremity Vascular Ultrasound
Afternoon Free Scan
- Small groups, team led with hands-on guidance and findings
- Review and individual practice sessions with instructors
- Additional ultrasound applications
- Wrap-Up and Closing
Day 2 Morning
Cardiac Disorders
- Course Introduction
- Cardiac Overview
- EKG Interpretation
- Acute MI (recognition, management)
- Common Dysrhythmias
- Electrolyte Abnormalities and rhythm impacts
- Condition blocks
- Bundle Branch Blocks
- Application to practice
Pulmonary Disorders
- Pulmonary Overview
- Basic Airway Assessment
- Pneumothorax
- Asthma Management
- COPD Management
- Supplemental Oxygenation
- Wells Criteria
- PERC Rule
- Using D-Dimer
- Pulmonary Embolism
- Treatment of Pulmonary Embolism
Introduction to Radiology – Chest and Abdomen
- Overview of Radiograph Interpretation
- Chest, Shoulder, Clavicle Radiographs
- Systemic Reading Process
- Abnormal Radiographs
- Radiographic Signs of Major Diseases
- Suggested treatment guidelines based on findings
- Radiographic Signs of High Impact Injuries
- Foreign body ingestion, aspiration, and insertion
- Pediatric foreign body aspiration and management
Day 2 Afternoon
Procedure Overview
- Procedural Overview
- Needle Decompression
- Chest Tube Insertion
- Tracheostomy Replacement
- Shoulder Reduction and Immobilization
- Upper Extremity Joint Aspiration
- Trigger Point Injection
- Nail Trephination
- Nail Removal
- Foreign Body and Fish Hook RemovalIntroduction to Suture Techniques
The Suturing Course
- Suture Clinic and Equipment Introduction
- Knot Tying
- Simple Interrupted
- Simple Running
- Mattress
- Subcutaneous/Multiple Layer Closure
- Staples
- Skin Adhesive
- Surgeon’s Knot
- Buried Knot
- Billing and Documentation for Sutures
- Local Injections and Digital Blocks
Procedure Workshop
- Knee Injection and Aspiration
- Shoulder Injection
- Needle Decompression
- Chest Tube Insertion
Day 3 Morning
Cervical Spine Injuries
- Long Board and Collar Removal
- NEXUS Criteria
- Unstable Fractures
- Mechanisms of Common Fractures
- Immobilization
- Ordering the Correct Studies
- Correct Consult and Referral
Thoracic and Lumbar Spine Injuries
- Spine form and function
- Mechanisms of Injury
- Unstable Fractures
- Mechanisms of Common Fractures
- Cauda Equina Syndrome
- Epidural Abscess
- Ordering the Correct Studies
- Correct Consult and Referral
Upper and Lower Extremity Injuries
- Speaking Orthopedics
- Common Patterns of Fractures
- Common Dislocation and Reduction Techniques
- Splinting Techniques and Compartment Syndrome
- Clavicle, Shoulder, Humerus, Elbow, Radius. Ulna. Paired fractures, Wrist and Carpal Bones, Hand
- Amputations
- When to Consult Orthopedics
- When to Consider Transfer/EMS
- What to send home
Day 3 Afternoon
Skin Conditions Not to Miss
- Skin and Soft Tissue Conditions
- Emergent Rash Identification
- Cellulitis
- Abscess Incision and Drainage
- DVT Identification and decision rules
- Burn Care and Referral Criteria
- What Not to Send Home
Procedure Workshop
- Procedure Clinic
- Lumbar Puncture
- Splinting Workshop
- Intraosseous Access
- Central Venous Catheter Insertion
We are accredited by the AAPA for Category I Continuing Medical Education (CME). CME transfers to any accreditation board.
Here’s What You Get When you Take Our Workshop
Designed for Nurse Practitioners, Physician Assistants, and Physicians in any clinical setting. Take your practice to another level! We will teach you the skills to become strong clinical leader.
We combined our original 2-day program with our Ultrasound course!
The original Advanced Practice Provider Clinical Skills and Procedure Workshop was designed by a team of actively practicing emergency physicians, nurse practitioners, and physician assistants. It has been consistently 5-star rated since its inception. Our Ultrasound Course is also highly rated, taught by certified Physicians, APP’s and Sonographers, and in small group format to maximize your hands on time.
This is a HIGHLY EFFICIENT and FUN way to earn Category I Continuing Medical Education
Fast-Paced, Thorough, and Concise.
Morning lectures are well timed and paired with afternoon procedure sessions. At completion, participants will have heard, seen, felt, touched, and fully understand key clinical conditions and their stabilization and management.
Only available 3 times per year in Orlando, FloridC
DAY 1
The Ultrasound Course
- Includes high quality and detailed presentations from our expert faculty
- Hands on instruction with live models
- Instructor and model ratio is matched to class size to ensure plenty of individual attention and free scanning time
- Uses the latest wireless high resolution portable equipment (all program members get a discount on device purchasing)
DAYS 2 and 3
The Clinical Skills and Procedure Workshop
- Perfect for any provider in primary care, hospitalist, emergency, or urgent care medicine
- Interactive, current, evidence-based presentations combined with hands on procedure workshops
Dedicated and focused instruction in a small group format
We don’t go above 30 students, and we staff to a 6:1 ratio for the Skills and Procedure Workshop. Our staff auditions, orients, and also goes through extensive training to give you the best experience possible.
Well timed didactic sessions, frequent breaks, coffee, beverages, and lunch
Our fast pace will keep you engaged, interested, and also keep your mind active.
Approachable Faculty who are able to answer your questions personally
Unlike large conference settings, our programs are kept small to maximize your education and also encourage discussion with our team.
Documentation and Ordering Tips
We take every opportunity to interject risk-protective charting tips, improved coding and billing techniques, and also ways to document in a safer manner to protect your practice.
Sim Vivo (R) Suture Simulator, Instruments, Suture Material, and PPE Tote Bag.
Just show up! Nothing to ship, everything is waiting for you at the program.
A full day of Point of Care Ultrasound Training with Live Models
Combined didactic and hands-on training will familiarize you with ultrasound technique, application, interpretation, and also management.
A total of 37 Category I CME Credits
23 Category I Continuing Medical Education Credits for the Skills Workshop AND 14 CME Credits for the Ultrasound Course. Additional contact hours for pharmacology and emergency procedures are also included.
Category I CME credits are accredited by the AAPA and also interchangeable with every major Physician Assistant and Nurse Practitioner Board. Additional Pharmacology and Procedure Credits are included and can be applied toward certification requirements.
Focused, Current, and Concise Content
We cover a lot of material by focusing on the critical points you need to know.
A Printed Course Companion, Pocket Ultrasound Guide, and optional Pocket companion.
A full size text is included with the Clinical Skills and Procedure Workshop and contains all of the program slides in full color format, along with room for taking notes. The Ultrasound Guide is a pocket-sized book and contains all program slides and also room for note-taking.
The pocket companion includes normal radiology images, room for note taking, and high yield clinical guidelines for use in practice. This is only available for purchase when you book your course online.
PLUS: 1 YEAR FREE ACCESS to all lecture videos from the workshop
Live lecture videos are available online and include all slides from every presentation in the workshop.
PLUS: 1 FREE YEAR of access to our Clinical Toolkit and Optional Certification
The toolkit includes additional resources, videos, and online training opportunities, including the optional certification exam which, if passed, will get you a letter of reference for potential employers! You will also have access to all of the ONLINE Ultrasound Course Content.
| Included with Purchase | Value |
|---|---|
| The Live Ultrasound Course | $1095 |
| The 2-Day Workshop | $1895 |
| 1 Year Access to all Videos and Slides | $1890 |
| 1 Year Access to the Clinical Toolkit | $150 |
| Suture Simulator, Instruments, Tote Bag, and Course Book | $170 |
| TOTAL VALUE |
Regular Price $2,595
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3 Day Ultrasound + Skills and Procedure Conference
November 21-23, 2024
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$2595
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June 12-14, 2025
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