An introduction into some of the applications of ultrasound which you may see in ICU, operating theatres and the ward. It will cover the following topics:

Principles of Ultrasound
Regional Anaesthesia and Pain Medicine
Vascular Procedures
Thoracic Ultrasound
Abdominal Ultrasound
Echocardiography

Radiology Basics is an online radiology teaching course organised by foundation doctors from the United Kingdom to improve your confidence in interpreting radiology imaging as medical students, foundation doctors and interns.

Certificates will be awarded for each session on completion of the feedback form.

If you have any questions about the teaching session please email will.wong3@nhs.net.

Summary

This informative teaching session titled "Ultrasound: Applications in Critical Care and Anaesthesia" offers medical students and foundation doctors a foundational understanding of ultrasound applications across various settings, including ICU, theatre, and wards. The session will introduce the following topics: Principles of Ultrasound, Regional Anaesthesia and Pain Medicine ,Vascular Procedures, Thoracic Ultrasound, Abdominal Ultrasound, Echocardiography.

The session is part of the Radiology Basics online teaching course spearheaded by UK foundation doctors. Attendees will receive certificates upon completion. Don't miss this fantastic learning opportunity to bolster your medical knowledge.

Learning objectives

Understand and explain the basic principles of ultrasound
Identify the uses and roles of ultrasound in the intensive care unit (ICU), the operating theatre, and the ward
Gain familiarity with the practical applications of ultrasound for procedural guidance in critical care and anaesthesia, including vascular access, nerve blocks, and thoracic/abdominal evaluation

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