{"product_id":"introduction-to-ultrasound","title":"Introduction to Ultrasound (December 5, 2026)","description":"\u003cp class=\"carina-rte-public-DraftStyleDefault-block\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCourse Description\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003eThis practical 2-day course provides attendees with the opportunity to become familiar with ultrasound and its incorporation into clinical practice through hands-on sessions complemented by practical lectures and case studies. This course covers basic ultrasound physics, knobology, scanning techniques, image optimization and acquisition, an introduction to FNA techniques, point-of-care ultrasound, and fundamental abdominal ultrasound. Hands on scanning will be focused on reinforcing didactic content along with recognizing normal tissue and the concept of edge-to-edge evaluation of abdominal organs.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eObjectives\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003eAttendees will leave with the knowledge to:\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDidactic\u003c\/span\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"carina-rte-public-DraftStyleDefault-ul\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUnderstand core principles and techniques of abdominal ultrasonography. \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCompare and contrast echogenicity, echotexture \u0026amp; explain their relevance to image formation. \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRecognize what, when, and why of equipment controls and their correlation to “optimizing” an ultrasound image. \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIdentify normal organ structure and techniques essential to locating and assessing them completely. \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAssess and document the “Big 5” organs through proper technique.  \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIncorporate ultrasound into clinical practice through appropriate case recognition.  \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReview core concepts, indications, and interpretation of POCUS\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"carina-rte-public-DraftStyleDefault-block\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHands on Scanning \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"carina-rte-public-DraftStyleDefault-ul\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDevelop skills and techniques for proper identification and evaluation of the “Big 5” (Liver, Kidneys, Spleen, Urinary Bladder). \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAcquire skills to begin recognizing optimal image quality. \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePractice image acquisition and scanning techniques for POCUS examinations\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"carina-rte-public-DraftStyleDefault-block\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePre-Course Materials\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003eEnhance your learning experience by watching two online videos on physics and artifacts before attending the course. These resources provide useful insights to help you better understand the live sessions. Access will be provided upon course acceptance. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"carina-rte-public-DraftStyleDefault-block\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e(Note: Pre-course materials do not include CE credits.)\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"carina-rte-public-DraftStyleDefault-block\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWho Should Attend\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis course is geared towards Veterinarians and Veterinary Technicians who wish to begin or build upon ultrasound skills and incorporate ultrasound as an additional diagnostic tool into their practice.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Academy of veterinary Imaging","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49531724923018,"sku":"GYNT83FZC67","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0774\/5834\/2026\/files\/Antech-lifestyle-blone-woman-with-dog.webp?v=1783612482","url":"https:\/\/academy.soundvet.com\/products\/introduction-to-ultrasound","provider":"Academy of Veterinary Imaging","version":"1.0","type":"link"}